BJS Farming Soil Carbon Project

BJS Farming Soil Carbon Project is a soil carbon sequestration project located in the New England Tablelands region of New South Wales. The project area spans approximately 1,114 hectares across two distinct properties: one situated roughly 15 kilometres east of Tenterfield near Barney Downs, and another located approximately 25 kilometres southwest of Deepwater. Registered in August 2025, the project operates under the "Measurement and Models" methodology, which combines physical soil sampling with predictive modelling to estimate carbon storage over time.

The New England Tablelands region is characterised by a temperate highland climate with a high average rainfall of around 800mm to 900mm annually, making it well-suited for high-density grazing. The local landscape typically features granite and basalt-derived soils, which are responsive to regenerative agricultural practices. The project aims to build soil organic carbon by altering the stocking rate, duration, and intensity of grazing. This approach often involves rotational grazing strategies to maintain soil vegetation cover and improve overall soil health.

The project is managed by Atlas Agri Solutions Pty Ltd in conjunction with the landholder, Brian Smith. Atlas Agri Solutions, operating as Atlas Carbon, is closely affiliated with the grazing management software company MaiaGrazing. This partnership suggests the project likely utilises data-driven grazing charts and decision support tools to optimise pasture recovery and carbon sequestration outcomes.