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Our new report looks at the #permanence of the #regenerative #agriculture transition in the U.S., using #cover #crops as a case study. A recent article published in #PNAS details the persistence rates of cover cropping actions in Indiana since 2014 and finds that initial adoption rates are not being repeated as much as #conservation professionals expect. What is the broader takeaway for the American regenerative agriculture movement? ➡️ Report: https://lnkd.in/ejZqayYm

As Agroforestry Partners has been fundraising to plant more trees on American farms, one of the consistent responses that I've received from investors is that the 20-year term of our projects is too long. There are ways for us to work around this issue, but I am beginning to view our term length as an asset and less of a liability. Our new report below references a recent article published in PNAS that shows faltering repeat cover cropping practices after adoption. Cover crops are a quick farm sustainability solution, but they need broader ecosystem support in order for farmers to continue their use. We believe that stakeholders within the regenerative agriculture movement are working to raise this support structure. However, the case study on cover crops shows me that the inherently long tail on tree planting is exactly what impact investors should pursue in this moment.

🌾 Klim Launches ‘Digital Companion’ to Simplify Regenerative Agriculture for UK Farmers As regenerative agriculture gains traction among major food and beverage companies like Nestlé, Danone, and PepsiCo, one major challenge remains: helping farmers adopt these practices efficiently and profitably. Enter Klim’s new ‘digital companion,' an integrated platform that provides personalized, field-level guidance for regenerative practices while streamlining data input to just once a year. The tool helps farmers plan, track, and optimize their transition with confidence, eliminating trial and error and supporting long-term sustainability. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eYaGAY7V 💡 How can digital tools like Klim’s accelerate regenerative agriculture across global food systems? #RegenerativeAg #Sustainability #Agribusiness #GlobalFoodSupply

PepsiCo and Soil Capital have announced a long-term strategic #partnership to accelerate the adoption of regenerative agriculture among rapeseed oil farmers in the #UK, #France, and #Belgium. https://lnkd.in/gXrXVuQs

🌱 Biocontrol: Innovation Driving Sustainable Agriculture The global biocontrol market is set to surpass $15 billion by 2029, up from less than $1 billion in 2010, a clear sign that sustainability and innovation are reshaping crop protection. Eléphant Vert is at the forefront of this shift, combining proprietary biosolutions with top industry partnerships to deliver effective, field-ready solutions. By integrating biocontrol, precision tech, and resistance management, EV is helping farmers boost productivity while reducing chemical reliance — aligning with the goals of the European Green Deal and global food security initiatives. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ecq9YMzs 💡 How do you see biocontrol shaping the future of sustainable farming? #Agribusiness #SustainableFarming #CropProtection

The Agriculture Coalition for Decarbonization has handed to ambassador André Corrêa do Lago, president of COP30, a plan to accelerate the process of reduction of carbon emissions by agriculture and cattle farming. The initiative, coordinated by CEBDS (Brazilian Business Council for Sustainable Development) and comprised of 43 entities and companies, proposes 15 concrete levers for mitigating emissions and structural solutions in financing, technology and governance to consolidate Brazil as a leader in regenerative, low-carbon agriculture. AMAGGI is one of the companies that comprise the Coalition and attended the delivery of the study. Represented by Juliana Lopes, ESG, Communication and Compliance Director, AMAGGI reinforced its commitment to the development of sustainable solutions that combine productivity, innovation and environmental responsibility. Among the key levers identified by the Agriculture Coalition to boost the transition towards regenerative, low-carbon agriculture, five stand out for responding for about 80% of the necessary mitigation by 2050: direct and cover planting system, crop-livestock-forest integration (ILPF), the expansion of high- vigor pastures (with high fertility and well managed), and the increase in herd productivity. After the sector plan was developed, the Coalition is advancing now advances to the advocacy phase, focused on turning the study’s recommendations into concrete actions integrated to public policies, such as the Climate Plan, the Harvest Plan, and EcoInvest, expanding the access to green credit and fostering sustainable production on a national scale.

AgreenaGro Boosts Farmers’ Resilience - AgreenaGro Boosts Farmers’ Resilience New digital platform tackles rising uncertainty with regenerative farming tools and income streams The UK’s agricultural sector is entering one of its most challenging periods in living memory. With unpredictable weather patterns, escalating input costs, and shifting government policies, farmers are navigating an environment of constant uncertainty. Against this backdrop, climate-tech company Agreena has launched AgreenaGro, a digital platform designed to help farmers future-proof their businesses, strengthen financial resilience, and accelerate the transition to regenerative agriculture. Unveiled in September 2025, AgreenaGro is open to farms of all sizes and offers a suite of practical tools, data-driven […]

Are organic farming systems truly sustainable? Or to put it another way: how can sustainability be measured in organic farming systems? Here, a new study evaluates indicators of sustainability for alternative farming systems, such as energy, carbon, water management, business resilience, system diversity, social capital and soil management. It identifies assessment tools and policy leverage. Read it: https://lnkd.in/eY-xrMPG

🚜 'Sustainable innovations for regenerative agriculture' is the subject of the next in the current series of SCItalks, SCI's free online talks that tackle vital issues in science and innovation. 🌲 Regenerative agriculture seeks to create a more sustainable and resilient farming system by embracing techniques like reducing soil disturbance, integrating livestock and using crop rotation to reduce the broader environmental impacts of food production. 🔬 Its adoption requires scalable, science-led innovation as well as enthusiastic farmers with an appetite to change - and the curiosity to experiment. 💡 The talk will be given by Dr Harry Langford, an environmental scientist and agri-tech innovation specialist at the UK Agri-Tech Centre focused on advancing crop productivity in a sustainable way. https://lnkd.in/ecfdbVDA ⏲️ This online talk takes place on Wednesday 29 October at 4pm. The talk is free but you should register in advance at the link below. https://lnkd.in/dzyRn43r

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐀 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 Farmers today face tough challenges: soils are degrading, weather is less predictable, inputs are expensive, regulations are tightening, and buyers are demanding more. Many producers already apply certain regenerative principles without calling them that. In this article, I break down what the transition actually involves, and how farms and agribusinesses can integrate these elements without disrupting productivity or profitability. It’s a practical look at the system behind the term, and what it means in real farm management. https://lnkd.in/dmBfg9_J