La Trobe Institute for Sustainable Agriculture and Food (LISAF) is dedicated to finding solutions to global food challenges. With significant investments are building critical infrastructure and capabilities for the future of Australia's agriculture and food sector, La Trobe has cemented its reputation as a leader in agriculture and food biosciences. LISAF's ""Gut to Paddock"" program is a testament to its holistic approach. This program spans several overlapping domains, including Food for Nutrition & Health, Digital Agriculture & AI, and Fit for Purpose Seeds. The goal is to streamline the development and testing of desirable traits in grains, which helps produce sustainable food, generate profitability for growers and deliver real benefits to the community and economy. Through established partnerships with world-renowned researchers, growers, health specialists, and food producers, LISAF is driving the research necessary to create higher-yielding, more nutritious food. This collaborative model ensures that innovations work across all elements of the value chain. We're grateful to La Trobe Institute for Sustainable Agriculture & Food (LISAF), a key sponsor of AltProteins 25. Their commitment to science-based solutions is vital for building a sustainable food future. Experience AltProteins 25! Secure your tickets: https://lnkd.in/dF5nS3qp  

The Future of Sustainable Agriculture 🌱 📌 What the article is saying The article discusses the latest advancements in sustainable agriculture, highlighting innovative techniques used by leading companies like AgriCorp and EcoFarms to reduce carbon footprint. 🔍 What’s new vs. what’s known While sustainable agriculture is not a new concept, the adoption of AI-driven precision farming and regenerative practices sets a new standard for the industry. 💡 Why this matters now The increasing focus on climate change and environmental sustainability has made it imperative for agriculture to evolve towards more eco-friendly practices, balancing productivity with environmental stewardship. ⚖️ Implications by sector 1) Agriculture: Companies investing in sustainable practices like agroforestry and organic farming are gaining a competitive edge. 2) Food & Beverage: Consumer demand for ethically sourced products is driving the need for sustainable agriculture supply chains. 🧭 How to apply it (practical steps) 1) Implement precision farming technologies to optimize resource usage. 2) Adopt regenerative agriculture techniques such as crop rotation and cover cropping. 3) Partner with sustainable agriculture certifications to enhance brand reputation. 4) Invest in research and development for new eco-friendly farming methods. 📏 Metrics to watch • Crop yield per hectare • Water usage efficiency • Carbon emissions reduction • Biodiversity index ✅ Key takeaways • Embrace innovation to drive sustainability in agriculture. • Align with consumer trends towards eco-conscious products. • Collaborate with industry peers to share best practices. • Monitor environmental impact through measurable metrics. What steps are you taking to promote sustainable agriculture in your business? Which AI tools are outperforming the competition, according to a16z's top 50 list? https://lnkd.in/eG6xzGtS #technology #nvidia #dataprivacy

🌱 A strong #FoodSystem starts with healthy soil. Today, we’re proud to announce that PepsiCo is teaming up with Soil Capital to help accelerate the rollout of #RegenerativeAgriculture practices in Europe. In France, Belgium and the UK, we’ll be working with farmers to help them embrace new techniques that enhance water retention, reduce nutrient loss, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. This partnership marks another meaningful step towards a sustainable and more resilient #FoodSystem. But to make this a reality across the EU, farmers need the right support. That means viable funding mechanisms and policies that reward sustainable farming – not just for what’s produced, but also for how it’s grown. This is where EU policymakers have a key role to play in enabling a #JustTransition that delivers for both nature and the economy. After all, regenerative agriculture is #ClimateAction. So, let’s keep working together to make it the norm!

𝐆𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐠𝐨𝐰, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 21, 2025 Cefetra Ltd has become an implementation partner for the UK portion of a long-term strategic partnership between PepsiCo Europe and Soil Capital. Cefetra Ltd has entered into an agreement to accelerate the adoption of regenerative agriculture among rapeseed oil farmers in the UK. The agreement covers about 7000 ha of UK farmland. The initiative combines Cefetra’s role in the physical supply chain and farmer relationships with Soil Capital’s expertise and tools to support the implementation of more sustainable practices. Cefetra Ltd, in partnership with Soil Capital, will support PepsiCo's commitment to drive the adoption of regenerative, restorative, or protective practices across 10 million acres globally by 2030.   𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐊𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐋𝐭𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝: The agreement underlines that Cefetra Ltd as a supply chain manager has a key role to play in supporting UK and Irish farmers in their work to reduce their impact on emissions, water and biodiversity. With the support of consumers such as PepsiCo Europe we can combine our reach to farmers and the food and beverage industries with Soil Capital’s proven methodology and reporting framework to make a real difference. Cefetra supports farmers in their transitions by providing a way to monetize their interventions supported by providing a proven methodology and framework, agronomic advice and through the supply of inputs such as fertilizer, soil conditioners, seeds and technology. Farmers in the Cefetra /Soil Capital programme also gain access to tailored financing from leading Uk banks. 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐂𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐋𝐭𝐝: Cefetra Ltd, part of Cefetra Group, is a leading supplier of agricultural ingredients handling over around 5mln tons annually in the UK and Ireland with a strong on farm origination capability. The Cefetra Ecosystem Services initiative brings investment to regenerative farming by paying farmers for producing commodities with positive outcomes for Scope 3 impact, sustainability, water and biodiversity. Its aim is to bridge consumer demand for sustainably produced raw materials with the on-the-ground farming practices that help produce these commodities. For farmers, we provide a clear framework to access payments for sustainable practices. For consumers, we facilitate certified and verified in-supply chain Scope 3 reductions. The programme is at landscape level. It enrolls whole farms, involving entire crop rotations and long-term monitoring. 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭:  https://lnkd.in/g9iqxpib and follow us on linkedin, Youtube and Instagram.

𝐆𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐠𝐨𝐰, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 21, 2025 Cefetra Ltd has become an implementation partner for the UK portion of a long-term strategic partnership between PepsiCo Europe and Soil Capital. Cefetra Ltd has entered into an agreement to accelerate the adoption of regenerative agriculture among rapeseed oil farmers in the UK. The agreement covers about 7000 ha of UK farmland.The initiative combines Cefetra’s role in the physical supply chain and farmer relationships with Soil Capital’s expertise and tools to support the implementation of more sustainable practices. Cefetra Ltd, in partnership with Soil Capital, will support PepsiCo's commitment to drive the adoption of regenerative , restorative, or protective practices across 10 million acres globally by 2030. 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐊𝐚𝐲 , 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐋𝐭𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝: The agreement underlines that Cefetra Ltd as a supply chain manager has a key role to play in supporting UK and Irish farmers in their work to reduce their impact on emissions, water and biodiversity. With the support of consumers such as PepsiCo Europe we can combine our reach to farmers and the food and beverage industries with Soil Capital’s proven methodology and reporting framework to make a real difference. Cefetra supports farmers in their transitions by providing a way to monetize their interventions supported by providing a proven methodology and framework, agronomic advice and through the supply of inputs such as fertilizer, soil conditioners, seeds and technology. Farmers in the Cefetra /Soil Capital programme also gain access to tailored financing from leading Uk banks. 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐂𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐋𝐭𝐝: Cefetra Ltd, part of Cefetra Group, is a leading supplier of agricultural ingredients handling over around 5mln tons annually in the UK and Ireland with a strong on farm origination capability. The Cefetra Ecosystem Services initiative brings linvestment to regenerative farming by paying farmers for producing commodities with positive outcomes for Scope 3 impact, sustainability, water and biodiversity. Its aim is to bridge consumer demand for sustainably produced raw materials with the on-the-ground farming practices that help produce these commodities. For farmers, we provide a clear framework to access payments for sustainable practices. For consumers, we facilitate certified and verified in-supply chain Scope 3 reductions. The programme is at landscape level. It enrolls whole farms, involving entire crop rotations and long-term monitoring.

Defund Meat symposium - next up: Dr Minna Kanerva on Meat Consumption Corridors. In this piece, Kanerva argues that "Meat consumption corridors are a tool for transforming the current meat system. In a fair and just manner, they are intended – both conceptually and in practice – to help bring high meat consumption down to levels that can be considered ecologically sustainable and socially acceptable. Accordingly, this tool also supports scaling down and moving away from industrial animal agriculture." https://lnkd.in/eZqmCBSc

Food security starts with sustainable agriculture. 🌱 And sustainable agriculture starts with innovation. We are committed to developing biostimulants that strengthen crops, improve their resilience to stress and enhance nutrient efficiency — all while supporting a more responsible use of natural resources. Through our science-based solutions, we actively contribute to several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): 🔹 SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption & Production  → Our biostimulants are developed under a circular bioeconomy model that valorises every raw material and minimises waste.  🔹 SDG 13 – Climate Action  → We help farmers adapt to climate stress and reduce emissions through climate-smart agronomic practices.  🔹 SDG 6 – Clean Water & Sanitation  → We promote more efficient water use, both in our manufacturing processes and in crop management on the field.  🔹 SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure  → Innovation is at the core of everything we do, from amino acid-based formulations to microbiome-enhancing technologies. This World Food Day, we stand with farmers, researchers and partners across the food value chain, working together towards a more resilient and sustainable future for agriculture. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dHUGDvTV #WorldFoodDay #SustainableAgriculture #Biostimulants #CircularEconomy #PlantHealth

System change requires collective action, which is why we’re proud to partner with Unilever and leading companies across food, beverage, and retail on STEP up for AG, a first-of-its-kind collaboration supporting farmer-facing organizations with the tools, trainings, and funding they need to help scale regenerative agriculture. Learn more: http://spr.ly/6046Av2Wa

Why Regenerative Agriculture Matters—For All of Us As consumers and food industry leaders, we have a responsibility to understand how our food is grown. Regenerative agriculture isn't just a trend—it's a fundamental shift toward long-term sustainability. Here's why it deserves our attention: 🌱 Soil Health = Nutritional Wealth Healthy, living soil produces more nutritious food. Research increasingly shows that when we rebuild soil vitality through regenerative practices, we can enhance the nutrient density and quality of what ends up on our plates. ♻️ Sustainable Yields for the Long Haul Regenerative methods work with the soil, not against it. While there may be a transition period, these practices build soil health that supports productive yields year after year—without exhausting the land that feeds us. It's about resilience and sustainability over time. 👨🌾 Healthier Farmers, Healthier Communities Those who work the land deserve environments that support their wellbeing. Regenerative agriculture reduces exposure to synthetic chemicals and creates safer, more resilient farming systems for agricultural workers and rural communities. 💰 Long-Term Economic Benefits While the transition requires investment and patience, nature's own pest management systems work remarkably well when we support ecosystem balance. Over time, this means reduced dependence on expensive inputs—benefiting farmers' profitability and our food system's economic sustainability. The way we relate to our planet today shapes the world we leave behind. Regenerative agriculture offers a path toward healthier ecosystems, thriving farming communities, and a more resilient future for generations to come. It's not always an easy transition, but it's an investment worth making. What role can each of us play in supporting regenerative practices? #foodindustry #healthyfood #healthyplanet #regenerativeagriculture

Trying to dig up some more findings from the Regenerative Agriculture Dataset... Food Products is the largest category industry of companies in the database, totaling 92 of 204 companies (46%). This includes companies in the primary industry classifications of Packaged Food and Meats, Agricultural Products and Services, and Food Retail. Of those 92 companies, only 21 companies have some type of regenerative agriculture pledge. How big are those 92 companies? What are the pledges? From 2024 ESG data, of the 21 companies with some type of regenerative agriculture commitment connection, most were focused on supply chain tracing/sourcing issues and or enrolling or developing growable acres using sustainable or regenerative agriculture practices. From the top down, this is the influence that can be created: influencing supply chains to adopt better practices that move toward or are equated with regenerative agriculture. Most companies made a focus to work with supply chains to source ingredients from farms practicing certain methods - regenerative or sustainable. Missing from the 2024 data is the potential for soil health indicators to be a proxy of success. Soil health as an indicator could be a successful engagement tool that companies could use to prove the success of their practices, and persuade supply chains to adopt more beneficial practices. Imagine the food product industry promoting soil health along its entire supply chain. In terms of company size, 2024 Revenue ranged from $100B (Nestle) to $49,000 (Wide Open Agriculture). The top 7 companies generated over $300B in revenue, and were predominantly generating revenue from operations in the United States. That's the goal of this data. Understand, engage, change, improve material operations, improve farmer livelihoods, improve planetary health. #regenerativeagriculture #shareholderadvocacy #agriculture #soilhealth #shareholderengagement https://lnkd.in/ew6Sq3SA