Robinson Soil Carbon Project

Robinson Soil Carbon Project is a soil carbon sequestration project located approximately 30km south of Coonamble in the Central West region of New South Wales. Registered in March 2023, the project covers 890 hectares of agricultural land within the Coonamble Shire Council area. This region is a significant hub for dryland cropping and grazing, typically supporting wheat, chickpeas, and cattle operations.

The project operates under the 2021 Soil Carbon methodology (Measurement and Models), which credits landholders for increasing soil organic carbon levels relative to a baseline. This specific project focuses on applying synthetic or non-synthetic fertilizers to address material soil deficiencies. By correcting these nutrient gaps, the project aims to boost plant growth and root biomass, thereby drawing more carbon from the atmosphere into the soil profile.

Environmentally, the Coonamble region is characterized by a semi-arid to temperate climate with an average annual rainfall of approximately 500-550mm. The local landscape features a mix of soil types, predominantly Red Earths (Kandosols) and Red-Brown Earths (Chromosols), which are well-suited to mixed farming but can be prone to acidification or structural decline without careful management. Cracking clays (Vertosols) are also common on the alluvial plains in this district.

The proponent, Adam Robinson Pty Ltd, appears to be an experienced participant in the carbon market, holding an earlier registration for the "Robinson Sunny Park Coonamble Project" (ERF142497) established in 2020. This suggests a long-term strategic integration of carbon farming into their broader agricultural enterprise. The project is managed in partnership with Climate Friendly Pty Ltd, a leading carbon service provider in Australia.