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Can You Grow Money Like You Grow Lettuce? Unveiling the Lucrative World of Aquaponics Investing Imagine a revolutionary agricultural system producing fresh, local food while conserving water and minimizing waste. This isn't science fiction – it's aquaponics, and it's rapidly changing the investment landscape. Traditionally, private equity, family offices, hedge funds, and institutional investors have focused on established agricultural sectors. But the tide is turning. According to a recent report by Grand View Research, investments in aquaponics and aquacultural harvesting have skyrocketed by 13.0% in the past three years, with investors drawn to the industry’s projected growth of 18% by 2030. Why the sudden surge in interest? Aquaponics offers a unique combination of environmental responsibility and financial potential. By merging fish farming with hydroponics (growing plants without soil), aquaponic systems create a closed-loop ecosystem that maximizes resource efficiency and reduces environmental impact. For investors, this translates to potentially high yields, premium pricing for sustainably-grown produce, and a reduced risk profile due to the minimized reliance on external inputs like water and fertilizers. Ready to cultivate a more sustainable future and explore the investment opportunities within aquaponics? Delve deeper in our latest article, "Grow Fresh, Eat Local, Change the World: The Power of Aquaponics in a Circular Farm." This comprehensive guide explores the exciting potential of aquaponics and its role in revolutionizing agriculture. Stay ahead of the curve.  Don't miss out! Click here to access the full article: [link to article "Grow Fresh, Eat Local, Change the World: The Power of Aquaponics in a Circular Farm"] -https://lnkd.in/eCzitc9P Subscribe to our insightful newsletter for the latest trends in sustainable investing: https://lnkd.in/evwmY7wG Deepen your knowledge. Explore informative videos on sustainable practices on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/eEkYW5UR   #SustainableInvesting #Aquaponics #Aquaculture #InvestInOurFuture #GrowTheFuture Source:  Aquaponics Market Size, Share & Trends Report, 2030 - Grand View Research  Global Aquaponics Market Is Expected to Reach USD 12.67 Billion By 2033  Aquaponics Market - Size & Industry Statistics - Mordor Intelligence  

The Regenified seal, which verifies and certifies #farms and products that restore #ecosystems and #regenerate soil, is growing in the US food industry. King Arthur Baking Co. introduced Climate Blend flour, using wheat grown with #regenerative practices, in collaboration with Washington State University’s BreadLab. Regenified's certification process involves five tiers based on the percentage of land meeting regenerative standards. Products can display the "100% Regenified" seal if all ingredients (excluding water and salt) are sourced from tier 2-5 fields. #Regenified focuses on enhancing biodiversity, soil health, water quality, and nutrient density while supporting farm profitability. Consumer interest in regenerative products is rising, with 54% expressing curiosity and 49% valuing sustainably grown foods.

Did you know that only 2% of England’s farmland is dedicated to growing fruit and vegetables? 🍏 This is a huge highlight of the urgent need to boost local production and reduce reliance on imports While I often talk about the benefits of growing your own produce, expanding home-grown fruit and veg is crucial not just for food security, but also for public health and minimizing environmental impact. I think it’s time we prioritise sustainable practices to create a more resilient food system, don’t you? https://lnkd.in/eZGTx7YU

Include kitchen scraps like fruit and vegetable peels, coffee grounds, and eggshells in your compost .Avoid adding meat, dairy, and oily items to maintain a balanced compost pile..#AradhayafoodRecycle #foodrecycling #zerowaste #reducewaste #sustainability #composting #fooddonation #earthfriendly #GreenLiving #reducereuserecycle #FMCGDamageproducts

“A lot of investors asked me why doesn’t anyone else do this [use food waste as a substrate in commercial mushroom farming]? Probably because no one’s dumb enough to do it,” says Afterlife Ag co-founder Winson Wong. “But our goal was not to build a mushroom farm, but to figure out what to do with food waste, so we’re coming at this from a different angle. We’re trying to figure out how to make food waste more valuable." Growing specialty mushrooms on beds of food waste, of course, is not for the faint-hearted acknowledges Wong, one of six grantees to receive funding through the new ReFED Catalytic Grant Fund, an initiative designed to tackle food waste in restaurants. Read more from AFN - https://ow.ly/jAvk50SvUZR #indoorfarming #foodwaste #sustainability #mushrooms #circulareconomy

Potatoes are one of the most versatile vegetables because they can be prepared in many ways from roasted and fried to boiled or mashed. Americans, on average, eat a potato every day, making them the second most consumed food in the US. Potatoes were even the first vegetable to be grown in space! Since potatoes are so widely consumed, it is important to know how sustainable they are. So we had to ask: What is the environmental impact of potatoes? 👇 https://lnkd.in/gsQJFr3Q #conciouseating #potatoes #environmentalimpact #foodsustainability #sustainablefoods

🌾 Rethinking Our Relationship with Food 🍽 In Week 8 of #RenewableReads, we delve into ""The Third Plate: Field Notes on the Future of Food"" by Dan Barber. This visionary book reimagines the future of food, advocating for a radical shift in how we produce and consume to create sustainable, flavorful, and deeply nourishing meals. Why This Book? 1. Innovative: Challenges conventional agriculture and culinary practices. 2. Sustainable: Proposes a new food system that supports ecological health. 3. Engaging: Barber’s journey to farms and kitchens worldwide uncovers the potential of plant-forward and farm-connected eating. ‘The Third Plate’ invites us to explore sustainable eating not just as a necessity but as a pleasure. It’s a call to chefs, farmers, and eaters to forge a new food ethic. How does this shift in thinking about food inspire you to make changes in your eating habits? 🌱✨ Call 9373597455 Visit: https://mailhem.com/ #AgricultureAndFoodSystems #TheThirdPlate #DanBarber #SustainableEating #FutureOfFood #MailhemEcoWarriors #mailhemenvironment #greenenergy #wastetogold #wastetoenergy #wastetowealth #biogas #circulareconomy #magicofbiogas

There are so many benefits to recycling your food waste: 1. Recycling reduces waste sent to landfills. 2. Recycling prevents pollution. 3. Recycling conserves natural resources. 4. Recycling conserves energy. 5. Recycling creates jobs, producing economic benefits.

The warmest years on record have occurred in the last decade, resulting in temperature swings and extreme weather events. Climate change is disrupting food production, and the food and beverage industry must find ways to adapt its supply chains to become more resilient. The food industry must proactively collaborate with all stakeholders to adapt to climate change. Though there's no single solution, the industry taking a collaborative approach can help build a more sustainable and resilient food supply. Read more from Food Technology magazine: https://hubs.la/Q02NVgwm0 #FoodTech #ClimateChange #SupplyChain

When we think about transforming #foodsystems, it’s clear that resilience and sustainability are key to driving meaningful change. By empowering farmers and business owners, we can create systems that are fair, protect our natural resources while at the same time ensuring that safe, nutritious food reaches the families who need it most. Over the years, @TechnoServe has played a role in supporting farmers and local businesses through difficult challenges, enabling them to achieve both economic success and social impact. On #WorldFoodDay I want to echo what @Adesuwa Akinboro pointed out in her latest interview on this issue: inclusive food systems—from farm to market—are essential for economic empowerment, particularly in regions vulnerable to climate change. #foodsystemstransformation