Carbon Counts for a Soil-Smart Wheat Supply Chain in Australia

Mars, in collaboration with Gold Standard and the Sustainable Food Lab, is pioneering a project to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in its wheat supply chain in Australia. This initiative is part of Mars’ Sustainable in a Generation Plan, which aims to improve sustainability and enhance soil health while supporting farmers.

The case study highlights how Mars is working with wheat farmers to adopt sustainable practices such as reducing fertiliser use, implementing controlled traffic farming, and utilising cover crops. These practices not only benefit the environment but also enhance farm productivity and resilience to climate shocks.

Using tools like the Cool Farm Tool, Mars is measuring the impact of these interventions on emissions reductions and carbon sequestration. By 2020, Mars expects to significantly cut emissions and sequester CO2, with the potential to scale across 700,000 hectares and reduce 30,000 tonnes of emissions.

This case study demonstrates Mars' commitment to climate-smart agriculture, showing how corporate action can lead to measurable climate benefits while supporting sustainable farming practices.