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Sustainability

Carbon Credits

For more than 15 years, Trimble has been working with farmers and large final emitters in a carbon credit program that has delivered more than $50 million back to farmers.

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Get paid for sustainable practices

Reduce your farm's carbon footprint

Discover new efficiencies that save time and money

Align with consumer demands

Leverage data to document emission reductions

Demonstrate your commitment to feeding a growing world sustianably

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About the program

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

How does the program work?
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The purpose of the project is to generate direct and indirect emission reductions through nitrogen management by individual farmers in Canada. Projects that are implemented according to this protocol generate carbon offsets by switching to an integrated set of Beneficial Nitrogen Management Practices (BMPs) for annual cropping systems.

Nitrous oxide emissions that are quantified using the method defined in NERP depend on three variables and several related emissions factors, namely:

  • Total nitrogen applied (as synthetic nitrogen or manure)
  • Crop yield
  • Field location, which defines the appropriate emission factor to apply related to local soil and climatic conditions

These BMPs manage applied nitrogen (N) sources in a more comprehensive and sophisticated way to reduce N2O emissions associated with nitrogen fertilizer application. They are integrated into a Comprehensive 4R (Right Source at the Right Rate, at the Right Time and in the Right Place) Nitrogen Stewardship Plan.

What is the upside for farmers?
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Farmers stand to generate new revenue from being part of this program. The offsets generated by adopting these protocols will produce a new revenue stream for farmers.

What are the requirements for signing up?
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Farmers must live in Canada and implement a 4R crop production plan that has been approved by an Accredited Professional Advisor (APA). Once completed they must, with their agronomist, submit data providing verification of compliance with the plan.

How do I get started?
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Contact Trimble to learn how you can participate in NERP.

Interested in learning more?

Farmers wanting to participate in Trimble's carbon credit program should contact Trimble for more information. Businesses looking to purchase carbon credits can explore Trimble's Connected Climate Exchange.