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At its core, carbon sequestration is the process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂).
Plants, trees, and soils naturally absorb carbon during photosynthesis, converting it into organic matter and storing it within their structures. Biological carbon sequestration is nature’s way of locking away excess carbon dioxide – one of the major greenhouse gases responsible for global warming.
The term might sound technical, but the concept is relatively simple: by absorbing more CO₂ than we release, we can help slow climate change. This is where carbon farming comes into play.
What’s Carbon Farming’s Role in Carbon Sequestering?
Carbon farming involves implementing land management methods designed to increase the amount of carbon stored in soil and vegetation.
These practices range from Plantation Forestry, Environmental Planting, Soil Carbon and other types of carbon credit services.
The goal is sequestering more carbon, but in turn, these actions also help enhance the productivity of the land. Meaning that landholders can enjoy long-term benefits across their land, enjoy profits from their carbon yields, all whilst contributing to a sustainable future.
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