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🌱 Explore agroecological farming Innovations with Biogardening Innovations (BIOGI) in Western Kenya, Vihiga County! 🌍 Episode 1 of the Biogi Virtual Tour showcases inspiring agroecological practices like water harvesting, natural fertilizers, and integrated livestock management. Women farmers shine as seed custodians, preserving biodiversity for food security. Key highlights: 🌾 Biofertilizers for soil health. 🐔 Chickens & goats integrated for sustainability. 👩🌾 Empowering women in seed saving & resilience. 🤝 Community-led training in agroecological principles and practices. Discover how passion meets innovation! Watch here: https://lnkd.in/d7e2Dexp Thank you Ferdinand Wafula for the amazing leadership Produced by Ssekaana Joel Doreen Nelly Kyampeire

Returning home after Regrow Ag’s 2nd Agriculture resilience summit with a few key takeaways: 🥇Corporates leaders in regenerative action have a systematic approach in their procurement strategy. No one off pilots. 💰 Pilots below $250k won’t convince farmers or other internal stakeholders required to scale. 🤝Joining existing coalitions and programmes will increase momentum for change. 🏞️ Landscape-level regenerative programmes should build on the work already accomplished on carbon accounting, and not seek to replace it. 🌱 Scope 3 disclosure and action are licences to operate, and the cost of inaction is higher than the cost of action. My heartfelt thanks to Anastasia Volkova, PhD and the whole Regrow team for convening such an important group of players of these important themes. Looking forward to seeing you all next year. Adam Hardie, Anna Pierce, Elleni Paulson, Emily Hugen, Inge Jacobs, Janelle Meyers, Jed Miller, Jessica Kirshenblat-Gooderham, Margaret Henry, Marion Verles, Nathan Fries, Shalini Unnikrishnan, Steven Rosenzweig, Ted Preister, Tom Siddiqui, Alejandro T.

Bees are nature’s tiny, buzzing superheroes. They’re the ultimate workaholics, visiting up to 5,000 flowers a day without a single coffee break. If they had LinkedIn, they’d list skills like “Expert pollinator and honey producer.” 🐝 About one-third of our food depends on bee pollination. No bees means no apples, almonds, blueberries, or even coffee. Imagine waking up without coffee—terrifying, right? 🍏 🍇 ☕ Bees are also environmental influencers, ensuring biodiversity and healthy ecosystems. They make sure our gardens and fields stay vibrant, like eco-friendly Instagrammers promoting lush, green spaces. 💐 Honey, the sweet nectar bees produce, is a natural marvel. It's a delicious sweetener, cough remedy, and skincare product all in one. Honey’s resume would make maple syrup blush. 🍯 🐻 Bees live in highly organized colonies with a queen bee leading, worker bees hustling, and drones doing their thing. Their efficiency is enviable; we’d have four-day workweeks if we were as organized. 📈 However, bees face threats like habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change. Imagine working in a constantly moving, poisoned, extreme environment. Tough, right? We must protect their habitats and plant bee-friendly gardens. 🚫 So, next time you see a bee, give it a nod. They’re busy saving the world, one flower at a time. 👋 🐝 #Worldbeeday Cadworks Glasgow MAPP LAH Property Marketing

A Farmer's Journey: Grateful for Every Step Forward🌾 As I stand here today, I can’t help but reflect on the journey that has brought me this far. From the early mornings in the fields to the countless challenges faced along the way, one thing remains constant—gratitude. 🙏 Grateful for the soil that has taught me patience, for the sun 🌞 and rain 🌧️ that remind me every season has its purpose, and for the opportunities that have come my way, shaping this path. Agriculture is more than a profession—it’s a calling. It requires resilience, adaptability, and a vision for the future. Today, I’m reminded of how far we’ve come, not just in growing crops but in growing communities, nourishing families, and contributing to a more sustainable world. 🌍 The road ahead is exciting, filled with new possibilities, innovations, and partnerships. And while challenges are inevitable, I’m thankful for the strength 💪 to face them, the wisdom to navigate them, and the passion that keeps me moving forward. 🌱 To everyone who has supported this journey—family, partners, and fellow farmers—I thank you. ❤️ Together, we are sowing the seeds for a brighter, more abundant future. Here’s to the road ahead, to growth, and to the endless possibilities that lie in the fields of tomorrow. 🌾 #Thankful #Gratitude #FarmersJourney #Sustainability #Agriculture #GrowingTogether #FarmingForTheFuture 🌿

[Good News] ✨We are delighted to announce that the IPIFF General Assembly has appointed its new Executive Committee for the next three years, and our General Secretary, Sophie Delplancke, has been elected as a member in charge of circular economy issues. This appointment strengthens our commitment to promoting the use of insects as a sustainable, natural, and high-performance source for animal and plant feed. 🔎IPIFF (International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed) is a European non-profit organization that works towards a more sustainable and resilient agriculture. At the IPIFF General Assembly last June, several leaders of the insect industry were elected to continue guiding this essential mission. 👏🏻Congratulations to all the other elected members of the Executive Committee: Adriana Casillas (Tebrio, insect industry leaders), Frank van Sluis (Protix), Antoine Hubert (Ÿnsect), Heinrich Katz (Hermetia Baruth GmbH), Christian Bärtsch (Essento Insect Food • Making insects delicious), Daniel Murta (EntoGreen), and Sebastien Crepieux (Invers). 🌎We look forward to working together to advance the #insectindustry and contribute to a more #sustainable and #circular food system. #TechForImpact #CircularEconomy #Insects I Christophe Derrien

**Simbiofish: Where Patience Meets Prosperity** At Simbiofish, we're more than just an aggregator; we're a community of farmers across the nation, united by a shared vision. Our philosophy is simple: slow and steady wins the race. We embrace a methodical, unhurried approach to fish farming, where the emphasis is on enjoying the process rather than rushing through it. We believe that the best things in life, much like the fish in our ponds, require time to grow. Here, there's no hustle, no rush. Instead, we focus on nurturing each step of the journey, from the tranquility of the water to the health of every fish. Join us at Simbiofish, where we value patience, quality, and the serene rhythm of nature. With our extensive network of partners across the country, we're growing together, not quickly, but beautifully, in the calm waters of sustainable aquaculture.

CSIRO It’s exciting to see how innovation and sustainability are shaping the future of agriculture and food! 🌱 The recent AgCatalyst conference was truly inspiring, bringing together thought leaders and experts to explore cutting-edge trends in farming, sustainability, and food production. From futuristic farming practices to new livestock and fish production methods, it’s clear that the future is full of potential. I’m particularly inspired by the living farm display and the discussions around creating a brighter, more sustainable future for agriculture. Can’t wait to see where these advancements take us! #Agriculture #Sustainability #AgInnovation #FutureOfFood #FoodTech #SustainableFarming

Last week, interns had the chance to attend the Fundamentals of Resilient Agriculture workshop at White Oak Pastures' non-profit organization, the Center for Agricultural Resilience (CFAR). We explored the core principles of regenerative agriculture and learned how White Oak Pastures is actively working to decommoditize, decentralize, and deindustrialize our food system while rebuilding community connections. White Oak Pastures emphasizes a holistic approach to nature’s cycles. Instead of focusing solely on the carbon cycle, they consider the energy, microbial, water, mineral, and grazing cycles, along with the community. This broader perspective leads to measurable outcomes that benefit people, animals, and the land. When holistic land management is done correctly, the total net emissions from animal agriculture are significantly lower than those from conventionally raised beef and even plant-based options, making regenerative agriculture a far superior choice for all without sacrificing our health in the process. We toured the farm, compost areas, and processing facility, including the kill floor, which is a vital step in reconnecting us with our food and honoring the animals that sustain our health. While I could talk about regenerative agriculture endlessly, my favorite aspect of the event was the sense of community. We frequently gather around a large table for meals, not just at CFAR but as part of the everyday experience, engaging with one another—including Will Harris, who was always available and happy to answer any questions. Everyone at CFAR is enthusiastic, passionate and excited about regenerative agriculture and White Oak Pastures is truly leading the way. #Holisticlandmanagement #regenerativeagriculture #thefutureisregenerative #centerforagriculturalresilience #cfar #whiteoakpastures

▶ Summer and Webinar ◀ 🌞 This summer gives another spotlight on the New Normal in our society’s polycrisis. From erratic weather, dwindling biodiversity and water supplies to fragile supply chains, accelerating costs of living, and silver rattling geopolitics - times are challenging, to say the least. Whereas northern and central Europeans are trying to deal with unusual amounts of rain, the South of Europe is battling heat and drought. 🌾 Yet everywhere farmers are ceaselessly growing and harvesting food for our tables. 🍅 We want to express our gratitude for all the people in Europe working so hard in the summer to assure there will be meals to come - harvesting tomatoes under the burning Italian heat or driving harvesters day and night on the vast fields of emptied rural regions across our continent. ❗ Before going into a short summer ‘hibernation’ with EARA’s linkedin content, we want to grow your excitement for our upcoming roundtable series on regenerative agriculture. We will discuss with farmer heroes and experts the big topics concerning regenerative agriculture and its critically important potential for facing the crises of our societies. STAY TUNED 🌱

Meet Del Ficke, a fourth-generation rancher from Nebraska who’s transforming cattle breeding and soil health. Del shares how his journey from conventional farming to regenerative practices shaped the creation of the Grazemaster breed—designed for grazing efficiency and minimal reliance on external inputs. Del is a founding member of the Graze Master Group, which provides consulting services for farms and ranches, focusing on sustainable practices, optimizing resources, and fostering long-term profitability. Tune in as John Kempf and Del dive into: 🌱 Developing cattle breeds suited for specific forage systems 🌱 Restoring native grasses through rotational grazing and prairie rehabilitation 🌱 How livestock, soil health, and community are deeply connected 🌱 A mindset shift in ag: questioning old methods, embracing innovation 🌱 The economic and environmental benefits of regenerative practices 🎙️ Listen now: https://loom.ly/KNjDCq0