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EU carbon farming rules welcomed by industry, but demand remains biggest hurdle
Industry players welcome the EU's carbon farming regulatory framework but warn that without robust demand-side mechanisms, the market cannot deliver real value for farmers.
Demand and credibility: the twin test for the EU's carbon farming
Euractiv examines how the EU's carbon farming framework faces a dual challenge – building genuine buyer demand while maintaining the scientific credibility that underpins market trust.
Avoiding the SBTi trap: why Europe needs a regulated market for agricultural carbon
Written by Edouard Lanckriet of Agrosolutions, this Illuminem article explores why Europe must establish a regulated, high-integrity market for agricultural carbon – and the risks of repeating failures.
Open Letter to The European Commission
ISCIA and a coalition of 52 organisations formally urge the European Commission to use three time-bound legislative reviews to convert the CRCF framework into a functioning, farmer-rewarding market.
EU needs to spur demand for CRCF credits in 2026 policy reviews – letter
QC Intel reports on the open letter from ISCIA and 50+ organisations calling on the European Commission to create demand-side architecture for CRCF credits in upcoming policy reviews.
EU groups urge Commission to create stronger market for carbon farming credits
Carbon Pulse covers ISCIA's open letter to the European Commission, co-signed by over 50 organisations, urging stronger demand-side policy for the EU's carbon farming market.
Carbon Farming Day at CRCF Days 2026
ISCIA participated in Carbon Farming Day at the CRCF Days 2026 event, bringing together policymakers and industry leaders.
Raising the Bar for Soil Carbon Measurement
A deep dive into the latest advances in MRV methodology and what higher measurement standards mean for the credibility and scalability of soil carbon markets globally.
Soil Carbon Takes the Stage: ISCIA partners with NACW 2026
ISCIA joined forces with the North American Carbon World conference to showcase the growing role of soil carbon in voluntary and compliance carbon markets.
Evolving Methodologies
An overview of how soil carbon methodologies are evolving to meet growing demand for rigour, transparency, and scalability.
On-the-ground realities of MRV
Practitioners from across the ISCIA membership share their experiences implementing MRV protocols at scale in diverse agricultural contexts.
ISCIA Soil Carbon Markets Position Paper
Carbon markets are the most mature and transparent financing tool available to support climate-positive farming. ISCIA sets out its position on the role of carbon markets in the regenerative agriculture transition.
ISCIA Releases Response to CRCF
ISCIA has drafted a position paper for the European Commission, highlighting key concerns and recommendations from the soil carbon industry for a science-backed, high-integrity approach to carbon removals in the agricultural sector.
International Soil Carbon Industry Alliance launches at COP28
ISCIA officially launched at COP28 in Dubai, bringing together leading soil carbon project developers, methodology bodies, and standards organisations.
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Episode #3: Ensuring the EU CRCF is an Instrument that Supports Farmers
Recently, ISCIA and 50+ organisations from across the carbon farming ecosystem called on the European Commission to build the demand-side architecture the CRCF needs to deliver real value for European farmers and land stewards.
Episode #2: Evolutions in measurement tools and guidance: understanding Verra's soil sampling handbook and its implications on SOC measurements
As soil carbon markets mature, industry leaders are exploring how to measure SOC credibly, consistently, and at scale. New technologies are rapidly reshaping what's possible.
ISCIA Annual General Meeting
Our Annual General Meeting on April 23rd was more than a governance milestone — it was a moment of collective clarity about what this organisation is for and where we are headed.
Episode #1: Outlook 2026: What Policies Mean for SOC Measurement & Markets
As climate policy, corporate net-zero frameworks, and carbon market standards evolve rapidly, generating high-quality credits faces a critical moment. Updates to SBTi, ICROA, and the GHG Protocol are redefining what counts as credible in soil carbon programs.
International Perspectives on Soil Carbon Projects: Best Practices in Monitoring, Reporting and Verification
Soil carbon projects are gaining momentum worldwide, but ensuring their integrity and long-term impact requires careful design, transparent processes, and strong partnerships.
Agriculture-Based Carbon Solutions: The Challenges and Opportunities in Emissions Reduction and Carbon Abatement
Healthy agricultural land holds significant potential in mitigating climate change. This session explored the range of mitigation options available in agriculture today and the barriers to implementation.
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