Nature plays a critical role in regulating the planet’s climate, securing freshwater supplies, and supporting biodiversity—all essential for long-term business resilience. Water scarcity, soil degradation, and ecosystem collapse pose direct risks to supply chains and operations, driving companies to expand sustainability efforts beyond climate targets. This shift is reflected in the growing number of businesses — over 230 to date — that have committed to Science Based Targets for Nature, with more pledges through CERES Valuing Water Finance Initiative. Regenerative agriculture is a key soluti ..read more

This World Soil Day, we celebrate the incredible role that soil plays in creating a sustainable future. At Indigo Ag, we are proud to recognize the impact farmers are making through practices that improve soil health, combat climate change, and conserve natural resources ..read more

The 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit takes effect on January 1st, 2025. Do you have a plan to earn tax credits?   ..read more

In the right places, with the right incentives and quantification technology, yes, it can. And it can build resiliency on-farm, cascading to the larger ecosystem ..read more

In today's landscape, where companies are under increasing pressure to address emissions from land use and agriculture as part of their sustainability goals, finding the right partner for sustainable agriculture programs is paramount ..read more

On Tuesday, May 28th, the US Federal government released the Voluntary Carbon Markets Joint Policy Statement and Principles. This document marked an important message from the Biden-Harris Administration to the global voluntary carbon market (VCM), clearly stating that there is interest across different agencies in supporting the successful functioning of the VCM through the adoption of clear standards for quality and integrity. Prior to this, US government actions have been limited to individual agencies, such as efforts from the USDA and the CFTC ..read more

If you've noticed that growing seasons are feeling hotter lately, you're not alone. Last July set a new record for the hottest month on Earth, and that scorching heat has persisted into the 2024 growing season. If you're farming in Iowa, Texas, or Minnesota, you're facing some level of drought as you start planting. Even mild heat and drought stress can harm crop yield significantly; studies show that higher temperatures and drought can cut yields up to 50%. What’s more, 80-90% of U.S. farmers will experience a heat or drought situation in the next season ..read more

Indigo Ag’s satellite-derived atlas of U.S. agriculture is helping Indigo’s biofuels partners prepare for the launch of upcoming tax credits ..read more

In April 2024, the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) made a statement that it would revise its guidance to allow companies to use some environmental attribute certificates (EACs) – which can refer to tools including carbon credits and certified lower-emissions commodities – for abatement purposes on scope 3 emissions. The announcement has caused a stir, from excitement at bolstering market signals driving finance to critical climate solutions, to concerns that too much flexibility might let companies off the hook for their own internal decarbonization. Here we unpack what this announcem ..read more

In the dynamic world of grain trading, where every fraction of a cent matters, savvy grain merchandisers are constantly on the lookout for innovative strategies to maximize profits. One emerging strategy involves leveraging Carbon Intensity (CI) scores, an environmental metric gaining traction in agricultural markets worldwide. By considering CI scores for trading decisions, grain merchandisers can unlock unique arbitrage and other opportunities and stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving industry. Register for our Upcoming Webinar: Unlocking the Biofuels Opportunity: Generating Value F ..read more