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Give regenerative agriculture the benefit of the doubt

01 Oct 2023  |  Foodlog  |  Dutch  |  Regenerative Agriculture

Regenerative agriculture, a holistic approach focusing on soil health, biodiversity, climate, and water, is gaining traction despite initial skepticism. The food industry, including major companies like Unilever and Nestlé, is increasingly adopting regenerative practices to preempt international regulations and improve sustainability. The SAI network has developed a framework to standardize these practices globally. However, concerns about greenwashing persist, with calls for more concrete and measurable goals. In the Netherlands, significant funding from the Nationale Groeifonds supports the transition to regenerative agriculture. The article emphasizes the need for a collaborative effort between government and industry to drive sustainable change in the food system.

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Daniela De Lorenzo is a 33 y.o. Italian journalist and photographer based in Brussels.
She holds a BA in International Studies and European Institutions from the University of Milan and a joint MA in Journalism, Media and Globalization from Aarhus Universitet, Danmarks Medie- og Journalisthøjskole ...

Biodiversity Of Cultural Knowledge For Food System Change Is Promoted At Slow Food Conference

20 Sept 2022  |  Forbes  |  English  |  Regenerative Agriculture

Traditional and cultural food production practices are crucial for food system change, emphasized by Marta Messa of Slow Food at a press conference in Brussels. The Terra Madre Salone del Gusto conference in Turin will focus on regenerative agriculture and biodiversity. Slow Food has established 642 'presidi' across 79 countries to protect local food production practices. Policymakers are urged to diversify food production away from industrial agriculture. The conference aims to spread the regenerative agriculture message and share best practices, despite risks for some producers and activists.

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I'm an experienced freelance journalist based in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Primarily a print journalist, but substantial radio experience as well. Exceptional writer with an eye for a good narrative and the telling details. I've most often reported on farming, food and science but have frequently ...

Something Hopes to Unleash the Next Green Revolution

01 Aug 2014  |  Modern Farmer  |  English  |  Agriculture

John Kempf, a young Amish farmer with only an eighth-grade education, has become a prominent figure in sustainable agriculture through his company, Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA). Kempf's journey began with a quest to save his family's farm from pest and disease problems, leading him to develop a holistic approach to farming that emphasizes healthy soils and plant immune systems. His methods, which reject conventional chemical-drenched farming, have gained traction among farmers and scientists alike. Kempf aims to convert 10,000 conventional farmers to his regenerative agriculture model by 2016, advocating for a new mainstream in agronomy that prioritizes soil health and sustainable practices.

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Tunicia Phillips is an award winning multimedia journalist based in Johannesburg, South Africa. With ten years of broadcast experience in radio and two years in television, she now specialises in business, environment, climate change, mining and energy. She is currently authoring a book for Pan ...

Carbon credits could be major income source for farmers

02 May 2022  |  Food For Mzansi  |  English  |  Regenerative Agriculture

The article discusses the role of small-scale and regenerative agriculture in combating climate change and achieving food security. Speakers at the 'We don't have time' webinar highlighted how smallholder farmers can earn carbon credits and restore soil health through sustainable practices. Hunter Lovins of Natural Capitalism Solutions and farmer Gabe Brown were mentioned as proponents of regenerative agriculture. The article also touches on the indigenous origins of these practices and their modern applications in the US and South Africa. The importance of soil carbon sequestration was emphasized, with the global carbon market seen as a potential source of investment for such projects. The sale of soil carbon credits by Wilmot Cattle Co. to Microsoft was cited as an example of the growing interest in this area. The article concludes by stressing the necessity of agriculture in achieving carbon neutrality and mitigating climate change.

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Expert reporter and writer. Big picture thinker. Detailed storyteller. Dawn Reiss is a Chicago-based reporter who has written for The New York Times, TIME, U.S. News & World Report, USA Today, Chicago Tribune, AFAR, Trave + Leisure, Plate magazine, Civil Eats, Fortune.com, Crain's Chicago Business, ...

Worldwide food, agriculture, climate crises examined in 2024 documentaries

15 Jan 2025  |  www.newhope.com  |  English  |  Regenerative Agriculture

The article discusses a series of documentaries released in 2024 that focus on organic food, regenerative agriculture, and climate change. Key films include 'Six Inches of Soil,' which highlights the importance of soil and regenerative farming, and 'Farming While Black,' which addresses the historical challenges faced by Black farmers. Other documentaries explore the impact of dietary choices, food waste, and the global food system. The films aim to educate and inspire change in farming practices and food consumption, emphasizing sustainability and social justice.

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Steven Savage is a journalist based in Newark, NJ, United States.  He is capable of covering events in NYC and Northern New Jersey on short notice.  He is an experienced former New York and New Jersey-based criminal defense attorney who has significant broadcast and audio experience.  He is also a ...

Regenerative Agriculture – An Evolving Concept

26 Oct 2023  |  Forbes  |  English  |  Regenerative Agriculture

The concept of regenerative agriculture is gaining traction, with discussions at the Sustainable Brands event in San Diego highlighting its potential to replace 'sustainable' as the preferred term for environmentally and socially desirable business models. The term 'regenerative' focuses on soil health, ecosystem services, and positive change. Two main models are emerging: one driven by major food brands incentivizing farmers, and another involving a regenerative certification process. The Regenerative Organic Certification (ROC) is detailed but may remain niche, while a more scalable vision involves principles like minimizing soil disturbance and integrating livestock. Challenges include consumer confusion, certification fatigue, and economic viability for farmers. Major brands like Walmart and General Mills are making significant commitments to regenerative agriculture, aiming for large-scale impact on climate resilience and mitigation.

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Pavan Shamdasani is a freelance travel and lifestyle journalist based in Hong Kong. He's written for TIME, CNN, Tatler, Variety and SCMP, as well as a host of in-flight magazines.

Pavan has traveled to over 45 countries in the past decade, and has interviewed everyone from Red Hot Chili Peppers ...

Serial entrepreneur and cultural maven Joanne Ooi talks curating diverse, sophisticated and inspiring art and culture content.

21 Jul 2021  |  Prestige Online - HongKong  |  English  |  Regenerative Agriculture

Joanne Ooi, founder of the EA Festival, discusses her journey from Hong Kong to the English countryside and her motivation to start a new music, art, and culture festival in the UK. The EA Festival aims to present local and regional issues with a universal appeal, focusing on personal curation and 'glocalisation'. Ooi emphasizes the importance of debunking myths about livestock farming and climate change, and the festival's approach to diverse and sophisticated content that transcends traditional silos. Despite the challenges of starting a festival with limited help, Ooi is committed to making a cultural impact in non-urban areas, starting with East Anglia. She shares insights from her previous careers, her work ethic, and her definition of success, which she sees as being reflected in the achievements of her son.

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