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Nestlé’s climate leadership increasingly hinges on its push for regenerative agriculture — farming practices that restore soil health, boost biodiversity, and capture carbon.
Key moves:
- CHF 1.2 billion earmarked for regenerative programs by 2030.
- Regenerative practices rolled out across 500,000+ farmers and 150,000 suppliers.
- Initial pilots have shown 20% improvement in soil carbon levels.
Obstacles:
- Measuring regenerative outcomes remains difficult due to complex soil dynamics.
- Smallholder transitions require upfront financing and technical support to succeed at scale.
Strategic insight:
Compared to competitors like Mondelez and PepsiCo, Nestlé’s scale of investment and farmer-centric approach stands out. However, independent monitoring will be essential to validate long-term impact claims.
Sources:
https://www.nestle.com/sustainability/nature-agriculture/regenerative-agriculture
https://www.nestle.com/media/news/regenerative-agriculture-nestle-2023
https://www.nestle.com/sustainability/netzero
