dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health and Bayer have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance sustainability in the animal agriculture sector. This new collaboration will enable the value chain to accurately measure and effectively reduce the environmental footprint of farming by combining Bayer’s expertise in primary crop life cycle assessment (LCA) data with Sustell™ assured environmental footprinting solution for animal protein.

Bayer has been supporting companies in measuring crop carbon footprints since 2020, providing trusted primary crop data.

Sustell™, developed by dsm-firmenich, is a solution for accurate and credible environmental footprint measurement and reporting in animal protein value chains. Sustell™ enables companies to understand the true impact of their operations and identify the most effective areas for improvement while unlocking significant business value.

The collaboration establishes a new benchmark for transparency and accountability across the entire animal protein value chain, from crop production to processed products.

Lionnel Alexandre, EMEA Head of Ecosystem Services, stated: “We are thrilled about this strategic partnership. The ability to accurately measure, valorize, and recognize the real efforts made by farmers is a critical milestone toward long-term, viable and regenerative agriculture. Extending these capabilities across the animal protein value chain is a powerful step forward for the entire ecosystem.”

David Nickell, VP Sustainability and Business Solutions and Head of Sustell™ at dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health, added: “This collaboration will benefit companies along the value chain, allowing them to gain more accurate insights into the sustainability of their animal protein supply chains while unlocking significant value opportunities.”