Kellanova and ADM Regenerative Agriculture Program Improves Soil Health on 120,000 Acres, Supports Farmers in Southeast United States
Kellanova (NYSE: K) and ADM (NYSE: ADM) have announced successful results from their two-year regenerative agriculture collaboration spanning 120,000 acres across Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. The program, involving over 180 farms during 2023-2024, focused on implementing sustainable farming practices such as cover cropping and reduced tillage.
The initiative achieved significant environmental impacts in 2024, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 16,000 MT and sequestering 42,000 MT of carbon in soil, equivalent to removing 13,000 gas-powered cars from roads annually. Notably, 15,000 acres are farmed by National Black Growers Council members, supporting Kellanova's Better Days™ Promise for agricultural sustainability and farmer wellbeing.
Kellanova (NYSE: K) e ADM (NYSE: ADM) hanno annunciato i risultati positivi della loro collaborazione biennale in agricoltura rigenerativa, che si estende su 120.000 acri in Alabama, Florida e Georgia. Il programma, che ha coinvolto oltre 180 aziende agricole nel 2023-2024, si è concentrato sull’implementazione di pratiche agricole sostenibili quali colture di copertura e riduzione della lavorazione del terreno.
L’iniziativa ha avuto significativi impatti ambientali nel 2024, con una riduzione delle emissioni di gas serra di 16.000 MT e la carbonizzazione di 42.000 MT nel suolo, equivalenti all’eliminazione di 13.000 auto alimentate a benzina ogni anno. Da notare che 15.000 acri sono coltivati da membri del National Black Growers Council, a sostegno della Better Days™ Promise di Kellanova per la sostenibilità agricola e il benessere degli agricoltori.
Kellanova (NYSE: K) y ADM (NYSE: ADM) han anunciado resultados exitosos de su colaboración de agricultura regenerativa de dos años, que abarca 120,000 acres en Alabama, Florida y Georgia. El programa, que involucró a más de 180 granjas durante 2023-2024, se centró en implementar prácticas agrícolas sostenibles como cultivos de cobertura y tillage reducido.
La iniciativa logró impactos ambientales significativos en 2024, reduciendo las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero en 16,000 MT y sequestrando 42,000 MT de carbono en el suelo, lo que equivale a retirar 13,000 coches a gasolina de las carreteras cada año. Cabe destacar que 15,000 acres son cultivados por miembros del National Black Growers Council, apoyando la Better Days™ Promise de Kellanova para la sostenibilidad agrícola y el bienestar de los agricultores.
Kellanova (NYSE: K) 및 ADM (NYSE: ADM)은 알라바마, 플로리다, 조지아 전역에 걸친 120,000에이커에 걸친 2년 간 재생농업 협력의 성공적인 결과를 발표했습니다. 2023-2024년 동안 180개 이상 농가가 참여한 이 프로그램은 피복 작물 재배와 경운 감소 등 지속 가능한 농업 관행의 구현에 중점을 두었습니다.
4년의 환경적 영향으로 2024년에는 온실가스 배출량이 16,000 MT 감소하고 토양에 42,000 MT의 탄소가 격납되어 연간 도로에서 가스 차량 13,000대를 제거하는 것과 맞먹는 효과를 냈습니다. 특히 15,000에이커가 National Black Growers Council 구성원에 의해 재배되고 있어 Kellanova의 Better Days™ 약속이 농업의 지속가능성과 농민의 복지를 지지합니다.
Kellanova (NYSE: K) et ADM (NYSE: ADM) ont annoncé des résultats réussis de leur collaboration pluriannuelle en agriculture régénérative couvrant 120 000 acres dans l’Alabama, la Floride et la Géorgie. Le programme, impliquant plus de 180 exploitations en 2023-2024, s’est concentré sur la mise en œuvre de pratiques agricoles durables telles que les cultures de couverture et une réduction du travail du sol.
Cette initiative a généré des impacts environnementaux importants en 2024, avec une réduction des émissions de gaz à effet de serre de 16 000 MT et une séquestration de 42 000 MT de carbone dans le sol, équivalant au retrait de 13 000 voitures à essence des routes chaque année. À noter que 15 000 acres sont cultivés par des membres du National Black Growers Council, soutenant la Better Days™ Promise de Kellanova pour la durabilité agricole et le bien-être des agriculteurs.
Kellanova (NYSE: K) und ADM (NYSE: ADM) haben Ergebnisse aus ihrer zweijährigen Zusammenarbeit im Bereich regenerativer Landwirtschaft bekannt gegeben, die sich über 120.000 Acres in Alabama, Florida und Georgia erstreckt. Das Programm, an dem mehr als 180 Farmen in 2023-2024 beteiligt waren, konzentrierte sich auf nachhaltige landwirtschaftliche Praktiken wie Fruchtfolgen mit Zwischenfrüchten und Reduzierung der Bodenbearbeitung.
Die Initiative erzielte im Jahr 2024 erhebliche Umweltwirkungen: Reduktion der Treibhausgasemissionen um 16.000 MT und Bindung von 42.000 MT Kohlenstoff im Boden, was dem Entfernen von 13.000 benzingetriebenen Autos von den Straßen pro Jahr entspricht. Bemerkenswert ist, dass 15.000 Acres von Mitgliedern des National Black Growers Council bewirtschaftet werden, was Kellanovas Better Days™ Promise für landwirtschaftliche Nachhaltigkeit und das Wohlergehen der Bauern unterstützt.
Kellanova (NYSE: K) وADM (NYSE: ADM) قد أعلنوا عن نتائج ناجحة من تعاونهم في الزراعة التجديدية لمدة سنتين والذي يغطي 120,000 فدان عبر ألاباما وفلوريدا وجورجيا. البرنامج، الذي شمل أكثر من 180 مزرعة خلال 2023-2024، ركز على تطبيق ممارسات زراعية مستدامة مثل المحاصيل الغطاء وتقليل تقليب التربة.
أثرت المبادرة بيئيًا بشكل كبير في 2024، إذ خُفضت انبعاثات غازات الدفيئة بمقدار 16,000 طن من مكافئ ثاني أكسيد الكربون وتَمَّ تخزين 42,000 طن من الكربون في التربة، وهو ما يعادل إزالة 13,000 سيارة يعمل وقودها بالبنزين من الطرق سنويًا. ومن الجدير بالذكر أن 15,000 فدان تُزرع من قبل أعضاء المجلس الوطني لمزارعي السود (National Black Growers Council)، دعمًا لPromise Better Days™ من Kellanova من أجل الاستدامة الزراعية ورفاهية المزارعين.
Kellanova (NYSE: K) 与 ADM (NYSE: ADM) 宣布在为期两年的再生农业合作中取得成功，覆盖阿拉巴马州、佛罗里达州和乔治亚州的 120,000 英亩。该计划在 2023-2024 年期间涉及超过 180 个农场，重点实施如覆盖作物和< b>减少耕作等可持续农业做法。
2024 年的环境影响显著：温室气体排放减少 16,000 MT，土壤中碳的封存量为 42,000 MT，相当于每年从道路上移除 13,000 辆 汽油车。值得注意的是，15,000 英亩由 National Black Growers Council 的成员耕作，支持 Kellanova 的 Better Days™ 承诺，推动农业可持续性与农民福祉。
- Reduced GHG emissions by 16,000 MT and sequestered 42,000 MT of carbon in soil
- Successfully implemented regenerative practices across 120,000 acres with 180+ farms
- Achieved 85% score on habitat potential index, maximizing biodiversity opportunities
- Expanded support for minority farmers through National Black Growers Council partnership
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The program engaged directly with farmers in
The initiative, spanning the 2023 and 2024 crop years, focused on approximately 120,000 acres of cotton sourced from more than 180 farms across
Real impact by reducing emissions
Combined with the efficient use of fertilizer, fuel and crop inputs, growers in the program in 2024 reduced GHG emissions by an estimated 16,000 MT and models show 42,000 MT of carbon sequestered in the soil. That is equivalent to removing more than 13,000 gas-powered cars off the road for a year. Farmers also scored
"Around the globe, our regenerative agriculture efforts are supporting farmers' livelihoods and legacies, enhancing the resilience of global supply chains and creating business value for customers and ADM alike by meeting growing and evolving demand," said John Grossmann, President, North America Oilseed Crush and Grain at ADM. "We are excited to partner with a company that shares our commitment to build a more resilient future for our food system and meet customers' demand for sustainably sourced products."
ADM's regenerative agriculture efforts with farmers expanded to 5 million acres globally in 2024.
"We know that our success as a company depends on the health of crops and the farmers who grow them—they are the foundations of the iconic foods we produce for people to enjoy," said Manuel Lopez-Portillo, Vice President – North America Supply Chain at Kellanova. "That's why we work with expert partners like ADM on programs like this one in the southeast of the
Improving farmers' livelihoods
Of the total acreage, 15,000 are farmed by members of the National Black Growers Council (NBGC), a farmer-run organization dedicated to improving the efficiency, productivity and sustainability of Black row crop farmers. As part of its Better Days™ Promise goal to advance the wellbeing of people in its food value chain, Kellanova has supported NBGC farmers since 2023 through a partnership with its Eggo® brand; this regenerative cotton program furthers its commitment to supporting the livelihood of
ADM Climate-Smart Manager Emmanuel Bankston, a farmer himself, speaks regularly with growers, including members of the NBGC, to help them implement practices and brings his own experience to help them adapt to the program.
"I understand farming challenges such as weather, input prices, and commodity prices, which helps me relate to growers," he explains. "I'm not speaking to them as someone trying to sell something. I'm speaking to them as a person who knows what may benefit their operation based on my experience."
Emmanuel raises cattle on 400 acres in Headland County,
"It all boils down to healthy soil," he says. "Whether you're growing crops or grass for your cattle, soil is the driving force, so those regenerative practices – not overusing the soil, giving it time to rest, planting cover crops to add more nutrients and organic matter – are super important."
About Kellanova
Kellanova (NYSE: K) is a leader in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, and
At Kellanova, our purpose is to create better days and ensure everyone has a seat at the table through our trusted food brands. We are committed to promoting sustainable and equitable food access by tackling the crossroads of hunger, sustainability, wellbeing, and equity, diversity & inclusion. Our goal is to create Better Days for 4 billion people by the end of 2030 (from a 2015 baseline). For more detailed information about our commitments, our approach to achieving these goals, and methodology, please visit our website at https://www.kellanova.com.
About ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're an essential global agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. We're a premier human and animal nutrition provider, offering one of the industry's broadest portfolios of ingredients and solutions from nature. We're a trailblazer in health and well-being, with an industry-leading range of products for consumers looking for new ways to live healthier lives. We're a cutting-edge innovator, guiding the way to a future of new bio-based consumer and industrial solutions. And we're leading in business-driven sustainability efforts that support a strong agricultural sector, resilient supply chains, and a vast and growing bioeconomy. Around the globe, our expertise and innovation are meeting critical needs from harvest to home. Learn more at www.adm.com.
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