The TopSoil Podcast

Carbon Intensity Q&A | CI Chit Chat Episode 2

November 28, 2023 TopSoil Season 8 Episode 10
The TopSoil Podcast
Carbon Intensity Q&A | CI Chit Chat Episode 2
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Welcome to the second week of CI Chit Chat! Join Chad and Mitchell in this episode as they dive deeper into your questions about carbon intensity. They'll navigate through the intricacies of the carbon intensity certification process, share insights on 45Z tax credits, and much more.

Tune in LIVE to the CI Chit Chat, a weekly morning talk show featuring these seventh-generation farmers. Get your questions about Carbon Intensity (CI) answered every Tuesday morning from 7:45 to 8:15 AM CST, broadcasting live.

 
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Introduction
What is Carbon Intensity, and what does a CI Score signify?
IRS 45Z tax programs update
How do I get a CI score?
Are Poet and Valero ethanol plants in my region expressing interest in acquiring low carbon intensity (CI) grain?
What is the 45Z program?
What is the method for calculating the average CI Score of 29.1?
How can I ensure the certification of my CI score?
What determines whether a field is categorized as conventional till, reduced till, or no-till?
Which practices can either decrease or increase my CI score?
Is it advisable to delay obtaining my CI score?
Is it possible for farmers to combine multiple credits on top of Section 45Z?
What is the process for obtaining CI certification?
What's the best way to initiate a conversation about carbon intensity?
Will ethanol plants that continue to use a form of a pipeline still be interested in compensating farmers?
Is it necessary to obtain a new CI score and verification every year?
Is it possible to blend CI scores with aggregate bushels?
Conclusion