REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE

Regenerative agriculture describes holistic farming systems that improve soil, water and air quality, enhance ecosystem biodiversity, produce nutrient-dense food and store carbon to help mitigate the effects of climate change.

Regenerative farmers and ranchers make soil health the priority. Foods grown in regenerative environments do not require the addition of fertilizers or chemicals. Livestock are healthier and yield meat and eggs with greater nutritional value, more good fats and less saturated fat. The landscapes and wildlife surrounding regenerative farms are healthier. Soil on regenerative farms contains three times the carbon of conventionally utilized soil and regenerative agriculture has the potential to sequester more than 150% of worldwide carbon emissions. Regenerative acres are far more resistant to erosion, drought and pests, without the use of chemicals. While regenerative agriculture is 78% more profitable than conventional agriculture in established operations, converting from conventional to regenerative practices takes time and can cost operators short-term profitability. Developing a comprehensive plan based on science and proven practices is paramount to success.

Regenerative agriculture is considered by many to be the solution to a wide range of globally significant environmental challenges. For it to be successful, consumers must demand regeneratively sourced products, and conventional producers must commit to change.