Certified supply in practice
Bunge has completed the certification of its Brazilian soybean supply chain under internationally recognised sustainability criteria, unlocking a dependable feedstock for forthcoming Sustainable Aviation Fuel production. The approval covers planting, storage and crushing activities, confirming that greenhouse gas emissions, land use and labour standards all meet strict thresholds required by fuel regulators.
Farmer and regional benefits
Certification yields immediate advantages for growers. Farmers who demonstrate traceable practices receive preferential contracts and pricing, turning environmental stewardship into tangible revenue rather than an extra cost. Higher income from certified beans can finance precision agriculture equipment that improves yields across multiple crops.
Enabling future compliance
Traceability technology assigns each consignment a digital identity that travels from farm to crushing plant and onward to refinery. The data interfaces with lifecycle analysis models used by aviation
authorities, minimising administrative friction for fuel producers seeking approval. A non obvious insight is interoperability: identical certificates can unlock exports to several regions, reducing dependence on any single policy environment.
Strategic market implications
The programme overlays a transparent sustainability layer onto an established commodity flow, meaning no new infrastructure is needed. It also positions Brazilian soy to navigate upcoming Carbon Border Adjustment mechanisms, preserving access to premium markets.
Conclusion
Certified soybeans widen the pool of reliable Sustainable Aviation Fuel feedstocks while rewarding Brazilian farmers for climate smart cultivation, demonstrating that agricultural value chains can align profitability with global decarbonisation goals.