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Impact Measurement:
Biodiversity, Water & Other Co-Benefits

Move beyond carbon to measure biodiversity, water, and ecosystem outcomes from regenerative practices, powered by eDNA, geospatial, and bioacoustic data through our partnership with Naturemetrics.

DELIVERABLES

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Data Collection

Build a clear picture of on-farm environmental conditions.

We combine field-level data and practice information to track soil health, habitat, and water indicators over time. This creates a consistent baseline and supports reliable, multi-year measurement of ecosystem change.

Arva platform dashboard showing field data for soybeans and corn

Agronomists consulting in a regenerative agriculture field

Expert Consultancy

Turn data into targeted nature and water strategies.

Our experts apply agronomic, ecosystem, and sustainability insight to design practical approaches tailored to each supply shed. Recommendations are science-based, regionally informed, and feasible for growers to implement.

On-Demand Support

Maintain visibility and adapt as conditions change.

We monitor practices and environmental indicators, providing regular reviews with clear insights, progress tracking, and recommended actions. Ongoing support enables adaptive management throughout the season or program cycle.

Field technician operating environmental monitoring equipment

Outcome Reports

Clear, credible reporting of co-benefit performance.

Reports bring together soil, water, habitat, and practice data to highlight trends and quantify change over time. Standardized metrics and visual summaries support internal decision-making and credible external reporting.

Impact Measurement FAQs

Co-benefits are positive environmental outcomes associated with implementation of an intervention activity such as improvements in soil health, water outcomes, biodiversity, and ecosystem function. These impacts contribute to long-term resilience and health across agricultural landscapes.