Yara has become the first company to introduce a nitrogen fertilizer in the Brazilian market that is produced from renewable sources, significantly reducing its carbon footprint by up to 90% compared to traditional fertilizers made from fossil-based natural gas. The initial batch of this innovative fertilizer has been delivered to Cooxupé, a coffee cooperative based in Guaxupé, Minas Gerais. This delivery represents a major milestone in Brazil's agricultural decarbonization efforts, particularly in coffee farming, with an anticipated reduction of up to 40% in the carbon footprint of coffee beans.

For this phase of the project, a select group of producers was chosen to receive the fertilizer, which came from Yara’s Porsgrunn plant in Norway. The shipment arrived at the Port of Santos (SP) in October before being transported to the cooperative. Marcelo Altieri, President of Yara Brazil, emphasized that this move is part of Yara's global strategy to contribute to climate neutrality. He noted the potential of the fertilizer sector to help create a sustainable future for food production, stating that climate change is forcing new ways of producing food, which requires a collective effort from producers, companies, and industries. The partnership between Yara and Cooxupé highlights this collaborative approach and its positive impact on society and the environment.

Carlos Augusto Rodrigues de Melo, President of Cooxupé, pointed out that the adoption of lower-carbon fertilizers aligns with the cooperative’s commitment to sustainability and traceability. It also meets global consumer demands for environmentally responsible products. This fertilizer is part of Yara’s Climate Choice™ portfolio, designed to further reduce the carbon footprint of its products. The fertilizers are produced from renewable sources such as electrolysis of water using renewable electricity or renewable natural gas, thus minimizing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions during production and reducing dependence on fossil fuels like natural gas. The emission reductions depend on the renewable source used and the nitrogen content of the fertilizer.

The fertilizer received by Cooxupé was transported from Santos to Alfenas, Minas Gerais, in natural gas-powered trucks. Additionally, the product was packaged in recyclable plastic big bags, further reducing GHG emissions associated with storage and transportation by 50%.

Yara has long been committed to advancing sustainable food production and has invested heavily in research and innovation. By developing technology that reduces GHG emissions in the production of nitrate-based fertilizers, the company has already reduced the carbon footprint of its products by up to 60% compared to conventional fertilizers. Looking ahead, Yara aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, reinforcing its leadership in the sustainable agriculture space.