DCCEEW x GGA
Carbon Farming Outreach Program
About Carbon Farming Outreach Program
The National Industry-led Carbon Farming Outreach Program is delivering un-biased, independent carbon farming knowledge to primary producers and ag advisors, with no sales pitch. Helping Farmers make informed decisions about measuring and managing their carbon emissions.
This network will deliver more than 160 carbon farming workshops across Australia, utilising an extensive Knowledge Bank, developed from the leading agriculture carbon experts in the country.
You can find more details about the program here: https://www.gga.org.au/carbon/
Delivered with funding support from the Commonwealth of Australia through the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water under the Carbon Farming Outreach Program.
Unlocking Opportunities in Carbon Farming & Natural Capital - Workshop Summary
Workshop 1 | Held: 9th April 2025 | Location: MIG Lodge, Mingenew WA 6522
MIG recently hosted the first of three workshops in the GGA Carbon Outreach Series, drawing a strong mix of growers and carbon industry representatives to explore the evolving landscape of carbon farming and natural capital investment. The session featured expert speakers who provided a practical introduction to carbon methods, markets, and on-farm opportunities: This first session laid the groundwork for growers looking to understand and engage with carbon and natural capital opportunities.
Kelly Pang (Outback Carbon) outlined current carbon farming options in WA, with a focus on reforestation methods, low-risk participation pathways, and the roles of proponents and developers.
Fiona Dempster (UWA) shared early findings from a research project investigating investor and grower perspectives on natural capital, based on interviews with 45 investors and 60 WA growers.
Bonnie Jupp & Tibby Tuckett (Perth NRM) introduced natural capital accounting, detailing how farmers can assess, manage, and benefit from measuring and improving their natural capital.
Louise Edmonds (Carbon Sync) gave a no-nonsense look at soil carbon farming—what’s required, how it works (and doesn’t), and what to consider before signing up.
Event materials are available here
This first session laid the groundwork for growers looking to understand and engage with carbon and natural capital opportunities. The next workshop is scheduled for 23 July 2025. Stay tuned for confirmed details.
Carbon Conversations: Legal Considerations, GHG Accounting & Sustainable Supply Chains for WA Growers - Workshop Summary
Workshop 2 | Held: 23rd July 2025 | Location: MIG Lodge, Mingenew WA 6522
MIG recently hosted the second workshop in the GGA Carbon Outreach Series, building on the foundations set in the first session and continuing to draw strong interest from growers and industry representatives. This workshop focused on the legal, financial, and supply chain dimensions of carbon and sustainability, providing practical insights for WA growers navigating this evolving space. The session featured:
Reid Seaby (Nutrien Ag Solutions) – Sustainability Field Manager for WA & NT, who outlined the principles and practices of GHG accounting and what they mean for growers.
Richard Dewar (HHG Legal) – Senior Associate in Commercial Litigation, who discussed the legal frameworks and contractual considerations involved in carbon farming in WA.
Michael Anderson (GrainCorp) – General Manager of Sustainability, who explored mandatory climate disclosures and shared strategies for building more sustainable supply chains.
This workshop added an important layer to the series, equipping growers with knowledge to better understand the compliance, risk, and opportunity landscape associated with carbon and natural capital.
The final session in the series is scheduled for early 2026, stay tuned for more details.