The Regeneration Series: Report about how regenerative-organic farming affects nutrition.

Reviving Health from the Ground Up: Why does soil matter? 

Did you know that the health of our soil directly impacts the nutritional value of our food? Our latest report, “Regeneration and Nutrition: Cultivating Our Medicine,” dives deep into this critical connection and explores how regenerative-organic agriculture can be the key to a healthier future for both our planet and ourselves.

The Crisis Beneath Our Feet

For decades, agrochemical practices have led to the degradation of soil quality, leaving us with less nutritious food. The alarming statistics speak for themselves: up to 40% of soils worldwide are impoverished, leading to a significant drop in essential nutrients in our food by as much as 38% over the last 50 years. This degradation fuels a cycle of dependency on fertilizers and supplements, while chronic diseases linked to poor nutrition are on the rise.

 Regenerative-organic agriculture offers a promising way out of this “nutrition paradox” (where we produce more food but with less nutritional value) by focusing on restoring soil health through regenerative techniques like cover cropping, reduced tillage, and integrated livestock management. Studies highlighted in our report show that these practices not only improve soil organic matter by up to 31% but also have the potential to enhance the nutrient content of crops. For instance, regenerative-organic practices can increase vitamin C in oranges by 30% and antioxidants in grapes by 23%.

The Bigger Picture

Our research underscores the need for more comprehensive studies and incentive schemes to encourage regenerative-organic practices. The potential benefits are clear: healthier soils lead to healthier plants, which in turn lead to healthier people. By prioritizing soil health, we can break the cycle of dependency and move towards a future where our food truly becomes our medicine.

Dive into the details and discover all of our insightful research on the link between regeneration and nutrition. Download the full report now and join us in cultivating a healthier world from the ground up.