Fuller Carbon Project

The Fuller Carbon Project is a soil carbon sequestration project located near Irrewarra, approximately 15km northeast of Colac in the Western District of Victoria. Registered on November 24, 2020, the project covers a project area of 297.44 hectares. The surrounding region lies within the Victorian Volcanic Plain and is heavily utilized for pastoral agriculture, predominantly dairy and beef cattle grazing, as well as some mixed cropping.

The project operates under the Carbon Farming Initiative-Measurement of Soil Carbon Sequestration in Agricultural Systems Methodology Determination 2018. This measurement-based methodology requires the proponent to demonstrate a physical increase in soil organic carbon (SOC) levels over time through soil core sampling, rather than relying solely on modeled estimates. To achieve this, the project involves altering the stocking rate, duration, or intensity of grazing. These activities are designed to improve ground cover and root mass, thereby drawing more carbon from the atmosphere into the soil profile.

Environmentally, the Colac Otway region is characterized by a temperate climate with reliable rainfall, averaging approximately 600mm to 700mm annually. The soils in this specific area are typical of the Western District's volcanic origins, generally consisting of heavy basalt-derived clays (Vertosols) and texture-contrast soils (Sodosols). These soil types are naturally fertile but can be prone to waterlogging or compaction, making careful grazing management essential for both productivity and carbon sequestration. The project is developed by Agriprove Solutions, Australia's largest soil carbon project developer, known for utilizing high-tech soil sampling and "digital twin" models to monitor soil health.