PepsiCo Agriculture Goals: What It Means For Iowa Farmers

PepsiCo is making significant strides toward its 2030 Positive Agriculture goals, and Iowa farmers are playing a direct role in that progress. The global food and beverage company announced that it has expanded regenerative farming practices to 4.7 million acres worldwide. This push relies on voluntary, market-driven partnerships rather than heavy-handed government regulations, an approach that aligns with the values of many Iowa agricultural producers. By collaborating with local groups like Practical Farmers of Iowa, PepsiCo is focusing on practical soil health and farm profitability.

How is PepsiCo scaling regenerative agriculture?

PepsiCo has expanded regenerative, restorative, and protective practices to 4.7 million acres globally, moving toward its target of 10 million acres by 2030. The company attributes this growth to enhanced farmer engagement and landscape-level innovation. Instead of mandating practices, PepsiCo works with farmer-focused partners to co-design locally relevant programs. These programs align environmental goals with economic outcomes, providing technical assistance, peer networks, and data-driven insights.

To support this effort, PepsiCo launched the Supporting Trusted Engagement and Partnership, or STEP Up for Agriculture, initiative. This collaboration with Unilever and other major food and beverage companies aims to strengthen farmer-facing organizations. Through a train-the-trainer model, the initiative builds capabilities and advances voluntary regenerative practices across the supply chain.

What progress has PepsiCo made on sustainable sourcing?

PepsiCo is advancing its goal to sustainably source 90% of its key ingredients by 2030. The company reported that 70% of its key ingredients are now sustainably sourced in accordance with its corporate guidelines. Additionally, approximately 2% of volumes are actively progressing toward more sustainable practices under the company's