Soil & Climate Alliance

Conventional farming practices have taken a toll on our food system, human health, and the environment—but there’s a better way. Regenerative agriculture combines Indigenous wisdom, holistic management, and cutting-edge science to build biodiversity, improve farm profitability, balance the climate, and restore our health. We’re proud to support the 100 Million Acres Project to catalyze the transformation of farming practices across the U.S. Together, we aim to transition 100 million acres of crop and rangeland to regenerative agriculture by 2030—reaching the critical “tipping point” for these practices to go mainstream. ✨ Let’s regenerate our farms, our food, and our future: ✅ Take the pledge. ✅ Join the movement. 🌾 Let’s regenerate 100 million acres! 👉 Visit: 100millionacres.org #regenerativeagriculture #commonground #soilhealth #100MillionAcres Common Ground (Movie) Ayesha Ali Erica Campbell

Across the U.S., farmers and ranchers are adopting regenerative practices that restore the land, protect the environment, and ensure a better food system for generations to come. Thanks to our partners at Mad Agriculture, we’re learning about the powerful stories that highlight the critical role USDA conservation programs play in making this transformation possible. Take Oahu Grazers, for example: sheep grazing and solar power come together at Oahu Grazers, where Raia and Daniel Olsen manage vegetation regeneratively beneath solar panels. Their innovative approach not only maintains the landscape but also helps reduce fire risks on the island – balancing livestock, land, and renewable energy! 🌾🐑 These stories underscore why we must push for stronger support in the upcoming #FarmBill. Farmers like the Olsens, who manage 3,300 acres, are leading the charge toward a regenerative future. Let’s ensure they have the resources they need to succeed! 👉 Read more farmer stories and be inspired @ https://lnkd.in/g2_aYbdx

New Report from Friends of the Earth U.S. and Profundo🚨 The authors of the report found that U.S. food retailers face $219 billion in financial risks if they continue allowing pesticides in their supply chains. These risks stem from pesticide-driven: 🌍 Climate damages ($4.5 billion) 🌿 Biodiversity losses ($34 billion) 📉 Operational, financial, and reputational risks Pesticides aren’t just a threat to pollinators—they threaten biodiversity, climate resilience, and the bottom lines of major retailers. Whole Foods Market, Kroger, and Meijer have made strides with new pesticide policies, but the industry as a whole has a long way to go. This report is released alongside Friends of the Earth’s Bee-Friendly Retailer Scorecard--highlighting both the challenges and leaders in protecting pollinators and biodiversity. 🐝 📖 Dive into the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gkgUuj8h #Pesticides #RegenerativeAgriculture #ClimateAction #Biodiversity #PollinatorProtection #FoodRetail Kendra Klein, PhD Gerard Rijk Barbara Kuepper Pierre Mineau Charles Benbrook

Save the Date! 📅 We're excited to be in San Francisco January 22-23 for the Sustainable Foods Summit North America! What do they have in store in 2025? 💡 Sustainability Developments: From decarbonizing supply chains to taking regenerative agriculture mainstream. 🍴 Food Ingredients: Case studies, AI-driven innovations, and building regenerative organic supply chains. 📣 Marketing & Packaging Impacts: Tackling marketing, sustainable packaging trends, and consumer insights. ✅ Sustainability Schemes: The future of eco-labels, certifications, and climate-neutral food systems. If you'll be in attendance, let us know so that we can connect! #Sustainability #RegenerativeAgriculture #Innovation #EcoLabels #FutureofFood #NorthAmericanSummit Jessica Hulse Dillon Jeffrey Bos Kristina Buravcova

Another great article by Ken Roseboro covering greenwashing and the role of regenerative certification and verification programs. “In order to get those outcomes farmers need to be demonstrating that they’re following the soil health pillars. If they are just doing cover cropping and spraying all the time, they’re not building soil health. Rigorous standards are really important.” —Jeffrey Bos of our Soil & Climate Initiative (SCI)

Our partners & friends at Mad Agriculture recently launched a project dedicated to showcasing the critical role of USDA conservation programs through a blend of data & stories from farmers and ranchers. First, why do USDA Conservation programs matter? USDA conservation programs are critical for advancing regenerative agriculture across the U.S. These programs support practices like no-till farming, biodiversity conservation, & water management, these programs help farmers protect natural resources while enhancing the long-term resilience of their land. 🌱 But...the demand for conservation funding exceeds availability, with only 30-35% of farmer applications being accepted. It’s clear—there is a need to protect & expand these essential programs in the upcoming #FarmBill. Learn more about the farmers who have been impacted by conservation funding at: https://lnkd.in/g2_aYbdx

We are proud to be a partner in Common Ground (Movie)'s 100 Million Acre campaign. Our mission is to regenerate soil, restore our climate, and rebuild farm prosperity, which helps to advance a resilient, equitable, and inclusive agriculture system for people & planet. To make regenerative the “new normal,” the 100 Million Acres campaign calls on everyone to commit to regeneration and help shift 100 million acres of U.S. farmland and rangeland into certified regenerative systems by 2030. Join us in this commitment to regeneration – visit 100millionacres.org and take the pledge today. Together, we can reach our global climate goals, restore our health, and create more resilient food systems for our communities.

Pure Strategies, Inc. is a long time member of the SCA leading work on how we can create and report more deeply on the work we are all engaging in to improve our soil, climate, and food.

This is such a great interview with an amazing partner of the SCA Network, Jesse Smith and the team at White Buffalo Land Trust have been a leading voice in how you build a regenerative system.

Join us this Wednesday, 10/30 from 11am-5pm ET for our virtual Fall Network Meeting! As part of a follow-up discussion from our Summer 2024 Network Meeting in Minneapolis with Patrick Smith, Tina Owens, Zachary Ducheneaux, and Kathryn Milun, we're excited to bring together more top leaders in regenerative finance. This panel will explore the current landscape of financing in regenerative agriculture, examining how capital is being deployed, accessed, and the critical gaps that remain as we work toward a resilient food system. In this session, we’ll talk about the barriers to increased investment in regenerative practices and share innovative strategies to bridge these gaps. Our Fall Finance Panel includes: 🌿 David LeZaks, Co-Managing Director, Food System 6 🌾 Daniel McQuillan, Director, Agriculture & Innovative Finance, World Wildlife Fund 🌱 Rex Raimond, Initiative Director, TIFs ☀️ Julie Davenson, Farm Finance Specialist, Soil & Climate Initiative (SCI) Register today: https://lnkd.in/gMzvU44N See you there!