ITALY – Viterra Ltd., a leading agricultural company based in Rotterdam, Netherlands, has announced a strategic partnership with xFarm Technologies SA to enhance sustainable farming practices through advanced technological tools and agronomy assistance.
This project will initially be implemented in Italy, with plans to expand to other European countries.
This collaboration, revealed during the Agri Data Green Summit held on October 23, aims to support farmers in adopting carbon measurement methodologies and regenerative agricultural practices.
The partnership will roll out two complementary programs tailored for both current and new Viterra farmer-customers. Participating farmers will gain access to Viterra Sustainable Farming, a farm management information system (FMIS) developed by xFarm Technologies.
This innovative platform is designed to streamline farmers’ daily operations while promoting sustainable practices.
Key features of the FMIS include the ability to calculate greenhouse gas emissions, monitor acidification, assess eutrophication levels, and evaluate net water consumption—critical metrics for modern farming sustainability.
In addition to the FMIS, Viterra will launch its Regenerative Agriculture Program, aimed at helping farmers transition to regenerative agricultural methods that focus on producing low-carbon crops.
Stefano Predebon, Viterra’s global head of carbon trading, emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating,
“Together with xFarm Technologies, we want to provide our farmers with the best-in-class tools and much-needed incentives to build a resilient, sustainable, and future-proof supply chain. This is an important step in the fight against climate change and to support farmers’ livelihoods,”said Predebon.
xFarm Technologies, headquartered in Manno, Switzerland, is dedicated to digitizing the agri-food sector. The company offers various applications for farm management, connected sensors, and support in digital transformation projects.
Giovanni Causapruno, sales director for Europe at xFarm Technologies, highlighted the dual benefit of the partnership.
“By enabling farmers in Viterra’s supply chain to participate in these projects, we can not only reduce the environmental impact of their products but also create significant value for them,” he noted.
The collaboration follows a recent move by the European Commission, which has been pushing for greener agricultural practices across the EU, with initiatives aimed at incentivizing farmers to adopt more sustainable methods.
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