Articles tagged under: Truterra
Longterm Adopters Eligible for Carbon Program
Published March 1, 2024
Early adopters were left out of the original versions of the carbon management programs. Truterra Director of Field Services Mariah Murphy says that has changed. "We're excited to be among the first to bring together a program that is available…The ROI Makes Sense
Published February 29, 2024
Kelly Garrett raises crops and cattle in west-central Iowa. Garrett is a believer in regenerative agriculture and partners with Truterra carbon program."They are a very credible source being backed by Land O'Lakes so the economics of the program for growers…Enrollment for Truterra Sustainability Programs is Underway
Published January 9, 2024
Truterra has announced its programs for this year, including the expanded eligibility for its carbon program to include long-term adopters of conservation practices. Truterra’s carbon program can help farmers offset some of the technical and financial costs associated with a…Weller Moves to JBS
Published September 22, 2022
JBS has hired its first global chief sustainability officer. Jason Weller spent time as the chief of the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. Most recently, Weller worked on the Truterra agricultural carbon credit program at Land O’Lakes.Technical Assistance Available for Truterra Transition
Published April 28, 2022
Truterra has launched a network of specialized agronomists to provide technical assistance to ag retailers and farmers. This service is designed to help farmers deal who are working with Truterra when transitioning to regenerative management systems. Truterra is a subsidiary…Explore the Carbon Markets
Published December 11, 2021
Land O’ Lakes Truterra LLC paid out $4 million to farmers for 200,000 tons of carbon stored during the first year of its carbon program. Field Team Leader Mariah Murphy says signup for the 2022 program is open. "Farmers can…Truterra Prepares for Its Second Year
Published December 7, 2021
In the first year of its carbon program, Land O’Lakes made more than $4 million in cash payments to participating farmers. Truterra, which is Land O’Lakes’ sustainability business, sequestered over 200,000 metric tons of carbon. The cash payments averaged $20,000…Senate Ag Appropriations Gets Feedback on Ways to Improve USDA Programs
Published April 30, 2021
The Senate Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee had its first hearing of the session on Thursday, looking at opportunities to diversify on-farm income. Ranking Member John Hoeven asked witnesses what can be done to make USDA programs better. One suggestion was speeding…A Sustainability Partnership Between Farmers and Food Companies
Published April 26, 2020
Even with the uncertain market environment, food companies are seeking sustainability partnerships with farmers. Truterra, which is part of Land O’Lakes, has interactive technology that connects to systems like ClimateView or WinField’s R7 tool. Truterra Vice President Jason Weller says…