Agrifood systems account for around one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions, support the livelihoods of more than four billion people, and are increasingly exposed to climate and nature-related risks. As banks develop climate transition plans for the sector, a critical challenge is turning ambition into practical financing solutions that support both sustainability outcomes and long-term business resilience.  

This report explores how financial institutions are mobilizing transition finance to help clients reduce emissions, strengthen climate resilience, improve resource efficiency and support the transformation of agrifood value chains. Drawing on insights from Rabobank, Crédit Agricole Group, National Australia Bank and Farm Credit Canada, it highlights emerging financing solutions, incentive structures, partnerships and measurement approaches being deployed across different markets.  

The report shows that successful transition finance goes beyond capital alone. Scaling sustainable and resilient agrifood systems requires strong partnerships, robust measurement frameworks, technical support and value chain collaboration. It also underscores the growing importance of adaptation and resilience as core components of transition finance and long-term portfolio risk management. 

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