Cross Slot®: Pioneering Carbon-Sequestering, No-Tillage Technology – Licensing Opportunity

Opportunity for

Licensing or distribution partners in Australia and the UK to bring Cross Slot® technology to these key agricultural markets.
Strategic partners with strong networks and expertise in regenerative farming and sustainable agricultural practices.
Collaborators interested in leveraging the technology’s proven ability to sequester carbon and access carbon credit markets.

Opportunity description

Industry challenge

Conventional farming practices contribute significantly to global carbon emissions and soil degradation. With agriculture accounting for 20% of carbon emissions globally, there is a pressing need for innovative, sustainable farming systems that reduce environmental impact while maintaining productivity.

Current opportunity

Cross Slot® is a world-leading low-disturbance no-tillage (LDNT) technology designed to revolutionise sustainable agriculture. We are seeking strategic licensing or distribution partners in Australia and the UK to expand the reach of this innovative solution.

Cross Slot® is offering:

Licensing or distribution rights for Australia (state-specific or national opportunities available) and the UK.
Access to proven technology that captures approximately 500 kg/ha of carbon annually, driving carbon credit opportunities.
Entry into a market increasingly focused on regenerative farming and sustainable practices.

We are seeking partners with:

Strong networks in the Australian and uk agricultural sector.
A commitment to sustainable farming innovation.
The ability to drive market penetration and support operational expansion.

This is a unique opportunity to bring proven, globally recognised technology to the Australian market, with the potential for significant commercial and environmental impact.

Opportunity background

Developed by Dr John Baker and his team at Massey University, Cross Slot® technology has been at the forefront of sustainable agriculture for over 40 years. With approximately 150 drills operating globally in 21 countries, this system has capabilitiy in:

Retaining the soil’s pore-space water vapour that helps germinate seeds and energises soil biology.
Preserving soil structure and reducing carbon oxidation.
Precise seed and fertiliser placement for optimal yields.
Scalability, from small-scale models for emerging markets to high-yield designs for commercial operations.

Cross Slot® technology is supported by a robust history of scientific innovation, including two nominations for the World Food Prize and contributions to UN publications on sustainable farming. Manufacturing has been optimised in the United States, with ongoing R&D in New Zealand focusing on advanced regenerative farming solutions and the development of a groundbreaking corn planter.