Boomitra

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Boomitra Grassland Restoration in Colombia

The Colombian livestock sector, spanning approximately 38% of the country, sustains over 630,000 farmers and generates around 810,000 jobs. However, conventional livestock practices have led to overgrazing, which accelerates habitat degradation, reduces biodiversity, and worsens soil erosion and land degradation. These issues threaten Colombia’s ecological health, increase climate vulnerability, and create economic instability for farmers.

Our “Boomitra Grassland Restoration in Colombia” project tackles these challenges by working closely with ranchers to implement sustainable grazing practices nationwide. The project aims to rejuvenate soil health and significantly boost carbon sequestration across Colombian grasslands through practices such as rotational grazing and silvopasture. In collaboration with field partners, we provide training to empower local communities, create job opportunities, and enhance resilience to climate change. Carbon finance generated through this initiative will help ranchers transition to sustainable practices, fostering both ecological and economic stability in the region. Verified Carbon Units (VCUs) may be issued for the greenhouse gas emissions reductions and removals linked to livestock and dairy production in the region.

Área total: 200,000 acres

ID de proyecto: 5335

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Clima, Comunidad y Biodiversidad

Boomitra permite un ecosistema donde los ganaderos pueden acceder al conocimiento y herramientas digitales agronómicas para aumentar el potencial de secuestrode carbono. El carbono del suelo secuestrado se convierte en créditos de carbono certificados internacionalmente, de los cuales una gran mayoría se destina a los ganaderos involucrados en el proyecto. Los ingresos por los créditos de carbono aseguran una fuente adicional de sustento y una oportunidad para reinvertir en su comunidad.

In addition to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the Boomitra Grassland Restoration project in Colombia provides multiple co-benefits. By restoring soil health and promoting sustainable grazing, the project enhances biodiversity, improves water retention, and mitigates soil erosion—strengthening ecosystem resilience across Colombian grasslands. It also supports rural communities by generating jobs, offering training opportunities, and stabilizing income sources for ranchers. These co-benefits boost local livelihoods and foster climate resilience, creating a more sustainable future for the region's people and the environment.

Este proyecto contribuye a los siguientes Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) de las Naciones Unidas.

Explora nuestros partnership with Alquería to learn more.

Verra Project ID – 5335