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We are a specialist consulting practice and technology provider that supports businesses in the agricultural and food sectors in the proactive clarification, development and implementation of sustainability strategies.

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A holistic approach to sustainability

We empower businesses across the agriculture and food sectors to develop and drive proactive and holistic sustainability interventions that make business sense in the short-term and which add lasting value in the long-term.

Where we focus:

Regenerative agriculture

Agri processing

Agri-food supply chains

Our offering includes

Product Carbon
Footprinting

Our product carbon footprinting services helps you collect data, calculate the carbon footprint and identify hotspots.

Corporate Carbon
Footprinting and
Science-based Targets

We guide you through the process, from defining boundaries to data collection, calculation, and target setting.

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Our LCA service offers in-depth analysis, supports sustainability strategies, and enhances credible communication.

Water
Stewardship

Blue North Sustainability supports agricultural and food businesses in sustainable water management.

Biodiversity
Conservation

Our team of experts can deliver tailored solutions to address your unique environmental challenges.

Landscape
Regeneration

Our services boost biodiversity and ecosystem health, fostering sustainable and productive farms.

Social Responsibility

Build strong community ties, promote fair working conditions, and enhance employee skills.

ESG and Sustainability
Strategy Development

Blue North Sustainability helps businesses navigate ESG complexities with tailored strategies.

Monitoring and Evaluation

We evaluate agricultural projects, measure impact, and provide strategic recommendations for lasting success.

Our online solutions

Confronting Climate Change

Online carbon calculator

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SHERPA

Integrated online sustainability management system

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FruitLook

Satellite-based remote sensing farming solution

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Advisory services

Alongside Blue North’s online tools, we offer a range of services. We support you in developing practical, actionable strategies that align with your unique needs. We aim to assist you in every step of the way along your sustainability journey.

  • Measuring and managing carbon emissions
  • Applied research and evaluation.
  • ESG and sustainability strategy development.
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Become a Carbon Hero

A robust and independent digital recognition platform that celebrates agri-businesses going the extra mile on their sustainability journeys. The platform allows verified businesses to earn a digital award (with a QR code) and to showcase their sustainability credentials. While the focus of the platform is currently on carbon (Carbon Heroes), the scope of subjects that a business can earn awards will soon be extended to include aspects such as soil, water and biodiversity management.

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Latest news

Achtertuin CCC Case Study (2023)
Having been among the pioneers to adopt the CCC carbon calculator when it was introduced in 2011, Achtertuin Farm has maintained an intermittent utilisation of the calculator over the years. However, since 2016, we have consistently used the calculator on an annual basis, having it contribute to our ongoing commitment to sustainability. The CCC Initiative has allowed Achtertuin Farm to quantify our carbon footprint and help highlight where we need to focus our time and money to achieve the biggest improvements.”
Villiera CCC Case Study (2022)
“We used the [CCC] online tool for the first time last year as we realised the importance of monitoring our carbon emissions. We use the carbon footprint report to identify areas of wastage and potential efficiency improvements. By reducing our carbon footprint, we can demonstrate that we have used fewer resources such as electricity, fuel, fertilisers, and packaging, as well as that we have recycled more.”
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