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For the past 1.5 years, Cindie Christiansen and I have been in stealth mode building Top 50 Farmers — a non-profit project to scale regenerative agriculture by spotlighting the farmers leading the way. We are proud to share that we have secured 80% of the 2-year project budget from The DOEN Foundation , Astanor Ventures, AVINA Stiftung, and The Nest Family Office. We are now preparing to launch in the fall 🙌 This November, Top 50 Farmers will launch an open call nomination to find 50 farmers from across Europe who are applying regenerative principles and demonstrating how agriculture is good business for people and the planet. Why do we need to amplify role models? Because stories are powerful. They provide knowledge, inspiration, and education, influencing generations. It’s also proven that when you have someone that looks like you in a position of power, it makes it that much easier to follow in their footsteps. Through storytelling, ecosystem building, and facilitating conversations along the value chain, we believe that we can win hearts and minds, raise consciousness, and highlight a blueprint for the future of food that is already unfolding all around us. Big thanks to our Advisory Board, Selection Committee, and collaborators for all the love you have already shown in this project. They are heroes and tagged below <3 Want to learn more about Top 50 Farmers? Join our free webinar, which will share more information about how we built the project including fundraising from vision and value aligned partners: https://lnkd.in/ep9gBM-G PS: If you are a foundation or family office funding regenerative projects, we’d love to talk to you. Top 50 Farmers has raised 80% of the total project budget and is looking to close the remaining 20%. Will you be a founding funder? Contact us me or Cindie to learn more.

Great initiative from Analisa Winther and Cindie Christiansen with the support of our amazing friends of Astanor Ventures, The Nest Family Office, and The DOEN Foundation to amplify the positive impact that top farmers are creating on their land. We believe it is fundamental to spotlight the amazing work of these farmers, and through storytelling, ecosystem building, and facilitating conversations along the value chain, it will be possible to change food systems on a large scale. #regenerativeagriculture

Such a pleasure to talk with my friend Joanna Pineda on her podcast about what we're doing at Soil Upside! The pull-out quote about carbon compels me to say... There are so many other benefits to climate smart & regenerative ag: improved farm resilience to drought and flood, rural community development, food security, biodiversity protection, water source protection, watershed restoration and so much more! It's really easy to say all of that, but farmers & ranchers are the ones that are living and breathing the complexity of this, making stepwise progress (often with significant setbacks) and taking big risks changing the management practices of their operations. This is complex work and we're trying to help producers by demystifying the chaotic, complex and opaque funding landscape. Here's the episode: https://lnkd.in/ew5TGkgY

🌍 Tonyx: Let's Revolutionize Agriculture for a Sustainable Future Together! Join Our Fundraising Campaign 🌱   Dear Network,   Have you ever dreamt of aligning your professional ambitions with your personal passions? That's exactly my journey at Johnson & Johnson, where I contribute to creating a world where everyone can live a healthy and fulfilled life, thanks to accessible healthcare innovations. This same passion drives me in my personal life, where, together with my partner, we took over Tonyx in 2020 with the ambition to transform agriculture. 🎉 Exciting Announcement: Today, I'm proud to share a major milestone: the launch of Tonyx's fundraising campaign! We are on the brink of a sustainable agricultural revolution!   🌱 Urgent Issue: With 26.7 million hectares of agricultural land in France, the overuse of chemicals seriously threatens soil health and, consequently, our own. This is where Tonyx steps in, offering an innovative solution to this critical environmental challenge.   🔬 Innovation at Work: We have developed a revolutionary method based on natural minerals and micro-nutrients, capable of revitalizing soils and enhancing the health of livestock. Tonyx is committed to environmentally responsible and sustainable agriculture.   💼 Growth and Potential: By targeting the individual market and improving our production capacity, our goal is to achieve a turnover of €3.5 million by 2026. Our business model is not only robust but also scalable, supported by convincing proof of concept.   📈 A Unique Opportunity: The market is booming, and Tonyx is at a decisive turning point. By opening our capital, we offer you the chance to join our vision and become a shareholder of Tonyx!   🤝 Join Us: If you're interested or want to learn more, check out the information page: https://lnkd.in/ej6fBJwD. Your support is crucial for Tonyx's growth and its environmental impact.   Feel free to share this message and discuss it with me. Together, let's make Tonyx a leader in sustainable agriculture!   Thank you for your support!   #Tonyx #SustainableAgriculture #Fundraising #Innovation #Environment #Investment

Atturra is proud to announce that through our recently acquired managed service business, Cirrus an Atturra Company, we’ve contributed to PonyUp for Good's incredible milestone of 750,000 meals donated via SecondBite, through the decommissioning and reuse of both Atturra’s and our clients' retired technology! Here are our specific environmental and social impact contributions: • 3287kg technology kept out of landfill • 13,617 fresh meals donated to SecondBite • 19.9% technology re-used With so many people doing it tough right now, Atturra is doing its part in helping communities in need, whilst reducing our environmental impact. Protecting our planet for the years ahead is something we’re focused on, and this is just one of the sustainability initiatives that helps us to do so. #Atturra #PonyUpforGood #SecondBite #environmentalsustainability #esg

More than visionaries, Utopiaplastix and Sharina Perry are making BIG power moves. Here at Sivad we are grateful for the relationship. A word from Sharina: DELAWARE STAND UP! From our lens at Utopia Plastix® the sustainable solutions we have created for broad industries by using agricultural crops in industral applications, the "A" in "STEAM" (Science Technology, Engineering, AGRICULTURE, Math) takes on a different meaning. Especially in states where agriculture is a leading economic driver. We express our gratitude to SIVAD GROUP LLC. - Certified MBE for arranging meetings that included sitting down with Karryl Hubbard, Secretary of Labor State of Delaware, and Susan Watson Holloway, MPA, MS, Executive Director with Lieutenant Governor State of Delaware. We shared what we have built within our Utopia Model Companies to create a holistic approach to solutions that provide sustainable outcomes and positive impacts on our environment, society, and economy. Holistic solutions are not achieved by operating in silos. We understand the importance of bringing key stakeholders together, including government agencies, learning institutions, industry leaders, public and private community support agencies, etc. We continue our commitment to educating as we intentionally focus on providing more than a product. #sustainability #sustainablesolutions #esg #gogreen #greenwashing #savetheplanet #delaware #delawarenews #wilmingtonde #supplierdiversity #minorityownedbusiness #sivadppe #wearebettertogether

The Jäger Company: A Compound Philanthropy The Jäger Company stands as a beacon of Compound Philanthropy, a visionary approach that integrates diverse initiatives to address interconnected social and environmental challenges. Rooted in the principles of regenerative agriculture, immersive education, commercial cattle operations, and carbon sequestration projects, The Jäger Company embodies a holistic model that not only sustains itself but also generates reliable income for a sustainable indefinite future as a private operating foundation. This overview delves into the interconnectedness of these initiatives and their profound impact on society and the environment. Regenerative Agriculture and Ranch Land Stewardship: The foundation of The Jäger Company's compound philanthropy lies in its commitment to regenerative agriculture and responsible land stewardship. The company views ranch land not merely as a resource for commercial cattle operations but as a dynamic ecosystem that can be nurtured to improve biodiversity, soil health, and water quality. By implementing regenerative practices such as rotational grazing, cover cropping, and agroforestry, The Jäger Company restores the health of the land while sequestering carbon in the soil. Immersive Education and Community Engagement: The Jäger Company's commitment to immersive education extends beyond its commercial operations. Recognizing the power of experiential learning, the company opens its ranch lands to educational programs, research partnerships, and community engagement initiatives. Students, researchers, and professionals in education are invited to participate in hands-on learning experiences that explore the intersection of agriculture, ecology, and sustainability. Partnerships with Universities and Institutions: The Jäger Company collaborates with universities, research institutions, and nonprofits to conduct research and develop best practices in sustainable agriculture. These partnerships foster knowledge exchange and innovation, leading to advancements in regenerative agriculture and environmental conservation. Financial Sustainability Through Carbon Credits and Private Donations: The compound philanthropy model of The Jäger Company is not only impactful but also financially sustainable. The company leverages nature-based carbon credits from its carbon sequestration projects to generate additional revenue. By sequestering carbon in the soil and forests, The Jäger Company earns carbon credits that can be sold in carbon markets. Private Donations for Social and Environmental Impact: In addition to carbon credits, The Jäger Company welcomes private donations from impact investors and philanthropic organizations. These donations further enhance the company's ability to fund educational programs, research initiatives, and community engagement projects. https://lnkd.in/es9A8br6 #innovation #climate #carbon #education #carbonpricing #carboncredits #netzero #sustainability #banking

Jacqui and I were totally overwhelmed last week to be awarded Australian Agritech of the Year Award at the AusAgritech awards ceremony. As the dust settles it is time to thank all the people who have helped make this happen. Firstly - our team, past present and emerging: we are so appreciative that you entrust your career to Optiweigh and for all the hard work you contribute - in no particular order: Vernon van Duijnhoven, Sam Salway, Ant Chick, Max Johnstone, Max Laurie, Marcus Jackson, Joel Klein, Brennan Czinner, Dale Hamilton, Jason Butler, Mick Ryan, Trevor Tighe, Mark Stuhrmann, Connor Day, Matt Peterson, Jack Tomlinson, Patrick Lenders Secondly - our customers - if we seemed a bit crazy thinking we could improve your businesses by weighing only the front half of the animals - you were even crazier for giving us money to do it! But seriously, without your support this would never have happened. There are, of course, too many of you to name but to call out our first few triallers/buyers: Rob Dugdale and Guada Dugdale, Ian McCamley and Kate McCamley, Matthew Monk, Jason Litchfield and Kellie Litchfield, Ross and Nikki Henderson, Geoff and Kate Swanston, Richard Dalglish, Bobby Miller, Kent Rochester, Darryl Savage, Lach MacKinnon, Jack Stewart-Moore and Kylie Stewart-Moore, Mark Calvert-Jones, John and Kate Scott, Sandy McEachern, Steve Wilkins etc etc etc Third - our partners: business in 2024 is as much about working with the right people as it is about doing things right yourself - and in this regard we feel so lucky - so thank you to our friends and partners (again in no particular order): Ramage Engineering, Bromarc, George Caldwell, Agscent, Dr Bronwyn Darlington, Daniela Carnovale, Ashley Sweeting, Stuart Creed, St John Craner, Ömer R. Incekara MAICD, Ana Inés Mackinnon Amorín, Wyatt Cook, Jim Hazlett, Swarm Technologies (acq. by SpaceX), Dallas Deza Fourth (but by no means last) - the people and organisations who have guided us along the way and supported our journey UNE SMART Region Incubator, Lou Conway, Farmers2Founders, J. Matthew Pryor, Sarah Nolet, AgriFutures evokeAG, AusAgritech and all our friends in the wider Agritech community in Australia (I’ve hit the Linked-in limit on name-drops) So thank you for all your help and support in getting Optiweigh this far and equipping the business to take on the future!!!

CHF 150,000 to disrupt aquafarming: KIDEMIS wins final stage of Venture Kick. Congratulations to the team of entrepreneurs Constantin Marakhov, Sean Wassermann, and John E.! https://lnkd.in/eJXzpSq4 About: Aquaculture is growing at substantial rates mainly due to ocean depletion and changes from meat to a healthier diet. However, the aquafeed supply is under pressure and is in search of sustainable solutions. Meanwhile, agricultural sidestreams accumulate or end up in landfills. That’s where Kidemis swings into action, by offering a proprietary fermentation tech to convert these sidestreams into affordable and high-quality nutrition for feed or food. #VentureKick #SwissStartups

📢#SocialEconomy provides #mobility #solutions that reduce the #ecological #footprint. 👉We talk about #sharedvehicles (cars, cargobikes…) #cooptaxis #greenlastmiledelivery systems through autonomous economic models that put #peoplebeforeprofit ⏺️Do you know a similar initiative in your region? Tell us about it in the comments! AIM - Association Internationale de la Mutualité/International Association of Mutuals CECOP CEPES Confederación Empresarial Española de la Economía Social ConcertES ESS France FEBEA - European Federation of Ethical and Alternative Banks and Financiers Eurodiaconia Diesis Network ENSIE NETWORK The Wheel Philea - Philanthropy Europe Association ADV Romania TechSoup ALLEANZA DELLE COOPERATIVE ITALIANE