Regenerative agriculture is a type of farming that focuses on soil health — rebuilding organic matter in the soil and restoring its biodiversity. Fortunately, we have organizations like the Organic Consumers Association (OCA) that are leading the way to promote regenerative agriculture and sustainable farming practices.
To contribute to the future of regenerative agriculture, this week from April 2 - 8 we'll be donating $3 for every $1 donated to OCA for the entire week up to $250,000.
Modern industrial farming has created a food production model that is not only unhealthy, but unsustainable as well. The reliance on GMO-derived products and the toxic chemicals used alongside them are destroying the environment and the public’s health.
To combat the encroaching influence of big GMO companies, I encourage you to support businesses that practice regenerative farming. This food production model benefits both humans and the environment because it:
How can you play your part? The solution is actually quite simple — buy healthy, organic food. One of the best things you can do is to purchase your food from small-business farmers. To help you in your search, I recommend visiting these websites that point you to non-GMO food producers in your area:
Aside from supporting your local farmers, I encourage you to contribute to the Billion Agave Project by Regeneration International. The goal of this ecological movement is to plant one billion agaves that will help sequester atmospheric carbon into the soil and subsequently become an inexpensive source of animal fodder.
If there’s one program that encapsulates regenerative farming, The Billion Agave Project is it. To tip the scales in favor of sustainable agriculture, I urge you to donate to this innovative campaign.