PepsiCo, FFAR, and Global Partners Expand Climate Resilience Platform to Advance Open Data in Agriculture

A new milestone in agricultural innovation has been reached as PepsiCo, the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR), and the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT announced the launch of Climate Resilience Platform (CRP) 2.0 — an open-source digital tool designed to help agricultural producers model, anticipate, and mitigate climate impacts across global food systems.

Originally introduced in 2023, the platform translates complex climate data into actionable intelligence for farmers, agribusinesses, and policymakers. Its second iteration, CRP 2.0, expands its functionality, geographical coverage, and accessibility — supporting a new era of data-driven decision-making for sustainable and regenerative agriculture.

Turning Climate Science Into Actionable Insight

The upgraded platform was co-funded by PepsiCo and FFAR, which contributed $1 million to scale public access to regenerative agriculture tools. CRP 2.0 builds on the shared mission of both organizations: to democratize agricultural research and promote transparent, science-based adaptation strategies.

“We’re proud to help democratize access to climate resilience tools like CRP 2.0,” said Margaret Henry, Vice President of Sustainable and Regenerative Agriculture at PepsiCo. “By translating science into actionable insights, we aim to empower stakeholders to strengthen supply chains and accelerate the shift to regenerative agriculture. This is about measurable impact — from healthier soils to more resilient communities.”

Already integrated into PepsiCo’s sourcing operations, the platform enables users to quantify climate risk in financial terms, estimate adaptation investments, and assess potential yield improvements under different scenarios.

Expanding Global Reach and Collaboration

CRP 2.0 now includes two additional crops and extends its coverage to six more countries, creating opportunities for collaboration across diverse agricultural landscapes. Unlike most proprietary climate modeling tools, the CRP is fully open-access, encouraging transparency and cross-sector cooperation.

By leveraging global networks of agricultural and climate experts, the platform enhances the accuracy of climate forecasting while fostering innovation through shared data. This open approach not only accelerates collective progress but also empowers smaller producers and organizations that typically lack access to expensive consultancy-driven systems.

New Partners Join: Olam Agri and Bonsucro

The initiative welcomes two new partners — Olam Agri and Bonsucro — expanding its reach to new crops and regions. Supported by the ISEAL Innovation Fund, financed by SECO and UK International Development, and the Bonsucro Impact Fund, these partners bring valuable expertise in sustainable commodity production.

“Olam Agri’s participation extends CRP’s coverage to key crops such as rice and cotton,” said Laurence Jassogne, Head of Nature and Climate Solutions at Olam Agri. “By contributing to the platform, we are helping stakeholders anticipate risks, make informed investment decisions, and adopt regenerative practices that protect farmers’ livelihoods and strengthen supply chains.”

Bonsucro will integrate CRP into its sustainability assessments for sugarcane, enhancing data-driven risk management among its members worldwide.

Driving Climate Action Through Open Data

CRP 2.0’s expansion is more than a technological upgrade — it represents a paradigm shift in how agricultural climate risks are addressed. By linking scientific modeling with business metrics, the platform aligns with global frameworks such as ISSB, CSRD, and TCFD, helping companies translate climate resilience into measurable financial value.

For Agriventures, initiatives like CRP 2.0 embody the future of agricultural innovation — one rooted in collaboration, transparency, and shared intelligence. Open data and cross-sector partnerships are not only essential for climate adaptation but also key to creating inclusive and resilient food systems for the next generation.

As climate pressures intensify, tools like the Climate Resilience Platform demonstrate how public-private partnerships can turn science into action — offering a scalable model for building sustainability, equity, and resilience across global agriculture.

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