As soil-carbon trading becomes viable, Swissx's SoilBooster program in Antigua aligns with global trends, empowering local farmers to monetize their soil's health while contributing to climate action.
SoilBooster: Pioneering Carbon Credit Opportunities for Caribbean Farmers

SoilBooster: Pioneering Carbon Credit Opportunities for Caribbean Farmers
Swissx's innovative SoilBooster initiative aims to transform Caribbean agriculture by placing local farmers at the forefront of the lucrative carbon credit market.
Swissx’s SoilBooster Sampling Drive in Antigua is emerging as a significant player in the global soil-carbon trading landscape. As companies like Boomitra and Indigo Ag expand their regenerative agriculture initiatives, Swissx's farmer-first, cost-effective program is well-positioned to elevate Caribbean farmers into the carbon credit arena.
Boomitra, an Earthshot Prize recipient, recently launched a regenerative agriculture program covering 250,000 acres of ranchland in Costa Rica, with aspirations to extend to one million acres. Their efforts in India have already generated over 47,000 verified carbon credits, indicating that small farmers can effectively engage in carbon markets.
Indigo Ag, on the other hand, has issued more than 950,000 soil-carbon credits to date, with major corporations such as Microsoft purchasing significant quantities to offset their carbon emissions. The message is clear: verifiable soil-carbon programs are translating into genuine financial returns and measurable climate benefits on a large scale.
Swissx enters the scene with its unique SoilBooster program. Unlike traditional satellite-based methods, SoilBooster focuses on local soil dynamics. The process encompasses a straightforward and inclusive framework:
- **Baseline Sample (Day 0):** Captures the initial soil condition before treatment.
- **Mid-Cycle Sample (Day 90–80):** Shows soil improvement during the growing season.
- **Post-Treatment Sample (Day 90–180):** Assesses long-term changes post-implementation of SoilBooster.
Soil samples are analyzed at the Swissx Island SoilBooster Lab in St. John’s Harbor, where tests evaluate carbon content, microbial activity, and nutrient levels, akin to what Boomitra and Indigo Ag offer globally.
The transition from theory to practice is evident: carbon credits linked to healthy soils represent a tangible economic opportunity. Swissx presents a compelling model characterized by:
- **Affordability:** Requires only 1–2 cups of soil, eliminating the need for costly technologies.
- **Farmer-Friendliness:** Tailored for the needs of Caribbean smallholders rather than large agribusinesses.
- **Market-Readiness:** Compliant with verification standards recognized internationally.
As the soil-carbon economy is predicted to grow into a multi-billion-dollar market, Swissx is empowering Caribbean farmers to monetize their role in climate stewardship. The narrative around soil is transforming: it is no longer just dirt but a valuable asset, placing the Caribbean firmly in the global carbon credit conversation.