The Guinness regenerative agriculture program is being launched by the Diageo-owned brand as a three-year endeavor that will see it taking a decidedly more sustainable approach to farming barley for its beverages.
The program will take place in Ireland where at least 40 farms will be involved when it comes to both spring and winter barley sowing. The program is expected to help improve soil health, while also enhancing biodiversity, carbon sequestration potential, reducing synthetic fertilizer use, improving water quality, enriching farmer likelihoods and more.
President of Diageo Europe John Kennedy commented on the Guinness regenerative agriculture program saying, "This pilot is the first such programme being implemented by Diageo, and the outcomes will help inform other potential opportunities, not just in Ireland, but in other countries where we source raw materials."
Regenerative Beer Agriculture Programs
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Trend Themes
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