Mountain View Carbon project
The Mountain View Carbon Project, part of Justin Costello’s 422-hectare farming operations, has successfully achieved its first issuance of Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs), marking a significant milestone in sustainable agriculture through enhanced productivity and soil health. Launched in 2020, the project focuses on improving soil capability and increasing the land's carrying capacity through innovative management practices.
Since the project's inception, Justin has successfully increased his stocking rates, reflecting a 26% improvement and the positive outcomes of his sustainable practices. The transition from monoculture annual rye to diverse multi-species pastures has allowed for a reduction in synthetic fertiliser use, achieving both economic and ecological benefits.
Mountain View Carbon project
Justin’s intent is to leverage the ACCUs issued from the Mountain View Carbon Project to access premium carbon-neutral beef markets. The issuance of these credits not only enhances the farm’s profitability but also serves as validation for the effective grazing management practices he has implemented. By demonstrating his commitment to sustainability through carbon farming, Justin is positioning his farm as a leader in the industry, aligning with consumer demand for environmentally responsible products.
The project has generated
Project Highlights:
Herd insights through the Tags for Tonnes program
26% increase in stocking rate
ACCU utility unlocked
Mountain View Carbon project
Results
The management approach incorporates trials aimed at improving moisture management and soil health, benefiting deeper rooting and drought resilience. This focus on innovative practices has resulted in significant advancements in productivity. As one of the initial landholders to adopt the Tags for Tonnes program, Justin is utilising digital herd insights to facilitate infrastructure improvements on his farm.
This data-driven approach aids in better management of grazing practices, leading to enhanced pasture quality and overall farm productivity.
Justin Costello: “Utilising the Tags for Tonnes program we have gained insights into our herd. These insights highlighted the importance of a better system for troughs and also implementation into the future for more shade for animals because we have been able to see a real benefit and also a real animal welfare benefit for having shade and shelterbelts”
‘The insights gained from soil testing and the shift towards rotational and mob grazing have improved our pasture quality and allowed us to manage our resources more sustainably.'“
WHY AGRIPROVE
AgriProve uses data driven tools and unique financing mechanisms to make regenerative grazing accessible and profitable for farmers. Partnering with landholders and industry leaders to mutually benefit from carbon project success. Our unique ACCU success fee model removes the risk and creates a true partnership for the entirety of the project.
Utilising AgriProve’s innovative, digitally enabled Soil Organic Carbon (SOC) model project partners benefit from the expedited soil sampling and carbon crediting process.
““With AgriProve, we truly felt like they were collaborating with us on the project rather than just managing it. This was very important for our family when choosing to partner with them. AgriProve is a real business with real people who can deliver real results.”
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