Why Regenerative

We'd like to thank Dr. Bronner's for sponsoring the State of Regenerative Agriculture during #NYClimateWeek with their incredible chocolate and soaps! 🌱 🍫 For years, Dr. Bronner's has been raising the bar for sustainable #CPG products, prioritizing vegan, cruelty free, and fair trade items for all areas of our households. Thank you, Dr. Bronner's for making it easier to implement sustainability to all our lives, and for letting us try your soaps and tasty chocolate! ☮ 🌱 #SORA #NYClimateWeek

Ryan Zinn and Paul Lightfoot discussed the Regenerative Organic Alliance and Zac Ludington's team at the Amazon Climate Pledge Friendly program during #SORA. 🌱 Ryan and Paul both agreed that their partnerships with Amazon were forged to increase the potential impact that regenerative products can have on a wider audience, and using the Regenerative Organic Certification as a framework for brands to invest in their supply chain is vital to creating a regenerative future. 🌎 Watch more here! #NYClimateWeek #SORA

At the State of Regenerative Agriculture, Sarela Herrada, cofounder of SIMPLi, recounted the first time she tasted a strawberry produced in the United States, compared to the produce in her native Peru. 🍓 🇵🇪 That one experience was a window into the struggles we face in the American agricultural system, primarily a disconnection to the soil and land we are cultivating. 🌎 Hear more of Sarela's speech at SORA below! 🌱

Every decision we make, every product we choose, every bite we take, creates ripples—reaching deep into the soil, the hands that nurture the Earth, and the communities that depend on it. The real question is: What kind of ripples are we creating? What if choosing what we eat could be part of a much larger story, one that fosters positive change, responsibility, and even joy? These are the questions we’ve been asking ourselves lately. When we look at our food systems today, we see something broken. The connections between the land, farmers, and the people who rely on them have frayed, replaced by a model that values efficiency over ecology, profit over people. Yet, amidst this brokenness, there are stories of hope—stories of regeneration and resilience. Which is why we’re excited to introduce The Ripple Effect, a new multimedia channel to share these impactful stories. This series takes you into the heart of those working at the roots of regeneration, showing the powerful connections between farmers, businesses, and communities, and how their collaborative efforts are transforming the way we grow and consume food. Our goal is to invite you into these stories, showing how intentional choices—whether on the farm, in the marketplace, or at the dinner table—can create ripples of change far beyond the harvest. Our first story takes us to Colombia, where Oscar Agudelo, a biodynamic regenerative farmer, works in a reciprocal relationship with Artisan Tropic, a cassava and plantain snack brand. This isn’t just a story of the farmer and brand working hand in hand, but of a man pioneering regeneration in a place where chemicals abound. Artisan Tropic, a family-owned company, has built its brand around partnerships like this, rooted in family and aligned values. Their commitment to regeneration runs deep. So, we invite you to take that first step with us. Dip your toes into this current of change, and discover Oscar’s journey in our first feature of the Ripple Effect. Head to https://lnkd.in/e4Md7Nz5 and explore how one farm in Colombia is creating ripples of change that touch lives and landscapes far beyond its borders! #PlantainFarming #RegenerativeAgriculture #FarmToSnack #FarmersFootprint Juan Pablo Guzman

🍸 🌃 Thank you so much to Good Liquorworks for sponsoring the State of Regenerative Agriculture during #NYClimateWeek with their regenerative vodka! 🍸 🌃 Let's raise a toast to an organization that finds a new purpose for overlooked agricultural byproducts, like discarded coffee fruit! Thank you for finding innovative ways to make climate-friendly products! 🌱 #SORA #NYClimateWeek

🍸 ✨ Thank you so much to Anytime Foods for sponsoring the State of Regenerative Agriculture during #NYClimateWeek with their incredible Farmhouse Gin! 🍸 ✨ Cheers to a female founded, Regenerative Organic Certified organization, and thank you for your unwavering commitment to sustainability! 🌱 #SORA #NYClimateWeek

We want to give a big thank you to Artisan Tropic for sponsoring us with their Plantain Chips and Cassava Chips for us to snack on during SORA! 🍽 Artisan Tropic has been committed to regenerative practices throughout their supply chain, and is partnered with Terra Genesis to create regenerative frameworks for their operations! 🌱 Thank you for sponsoring us at SORA, the delicious snacks, and your dedication to regenerative ag! 👨🍳 #SORA #NYClimateWeek

Philip Taylor, Ph.D., founder of Mad Agriculture, highlighted how far the regenerative agriculture space has come in the last ten years, while emphasizing the education gaps that need to be filled to drive progress. ⚡ "75% of people in the United States have still never heard of regenerative", Phil pointed out, and encouraged us at #SORA to see the connections between #philanthropy, #venture capital, and #education in the regenerative space! 🌱 Watch more from Phil below! #SORA #NYClimateWeek

At the State of Regenerative Agriculture, Arash Ghalehgolabbehbahani of the Rodale Institute reminded us that soil is at the #root of the agricultural supply chain, and it deserves the spotlight! 💡 Combining our knowledge of soil systems with advanced technology and research is pivotal to overcoming agricultural obstacles, and Arash encouraged the younger generation at #SORA to tackle these challenges! 🔬 🌎 Check out more of Arash's insights below! 🌱 #NYClimateWeek

🥤 💫 A huge thank you to Nourish Cold Pressed Juice for sponsoring the State of Regenerative Agriculture during #NYClimateWeek with their refreshing Cold Press Elixirs! 🥤 💫 We’re grateful for your support and ongoing commitment to sustainability - and we loved trying the delicious juices! 🙌 #SORA #NYClimateWeek