Dykehead Environmental Planting Project

The Dykehead Environmental Planting Project is a reforestation initiative located in the rural locality of Dykehead, approximately 40 kilometers northwest of Mundubbera in the North Burnett region of Queensland. Registered on July 31, 2024, the project encompasses 416.15 hectares of land that was previously utilized for agricultural purposes, specifically grazing. The site is situated within the catchment of the Auburn and Burnett Rivers, an area characterized by rolling hills and open woodlands typically supported by sandy loam and texture-contrast soils.

Operating under the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) (Reforestation by Environmental or Mallee Plantings, FullCAM) Methodology Determination 2014, the project involves establishing permanent plantings of mixed native tree species. To meet the methodology's strict requirements, the project must plant trees at a density sufficient to achieve "forest cover" status, defined as having the potential to reach a height of at least two meters and a crown cover of 20% across the area. The land must have been clear of forest cover for at least five years prior to commencement, ensuring the project delivers genuine additionality by restoring forest cover to cleared agricultural land.

The North Burnett region typically experiences a sub-tropical climate with a mean annual rainfall of approximately 650mm to 700mm, predominantly falling during the summer months. This rainfall band is well-suited for the regeneration of dry sclerophyll forests and woodland ecosystems common to the area. While Mundubbera is famous for citrus production, the outlying Dykehead area is traditionally cattle country. This project aligns with the broader strategy of its proponent, Silva Capital, to integrate carbon farming with ongoing agricultural productivity, often retaining grazing activities alongside the sequestered carbon assets.

The project proponent is Silva Capital Operating Company Pty Ltd, a joint venture between Roc Partners and C6 Investment Management, which assumed the role from CoYou Investments Pty Ltd following a variation in April 2025. This project serves as a key asset in the Silva Carbon Origination Fund, which targets institutional-grade carbon credits. Working in conjunction with Covalent Land Australia, the project emphasizes high-integrity abatement by combining carbon sequestration with biodiversity outcomes, such as habitat restoration for local fauna.