Deep Seed - Regenerative Agriculture

What if transitioning to regenerative agriculture wasn’t just about changing farming techniques, but about shifting power, reclaiming autonomy, and rebuilding communities?In this inspiring and thought-provoking episode, Carlotta Ebbreo (rural sociologist at Valdibella Practical School of Agroecology) joins us from the heart of Sicily to reimagine everything we think we know about learning, farming, and social change.Carlotta takes us inside a groundbreaking project where farmers, scientists, technicians, and activists come together to build a new kind of school. One that’s horizontal, context-based, radically participatory, and deeply rooted in the land. From real-life case studies and peer-to-peer learning to fighting market dependency and reshaping the agri-food system, this is agroecology in action!Whether you’re a farmer, educator, policymaker, student, or simply someone who dreams of a healthier, fairer future -> this conversation is a must-listen!📚 We explore:How the Valdibella School of Agroecology is challenging traditional education systems through horizontal, participatory learningWhy agroecology is a political act, not just a technical oneThe urgent need to decolonize knowledge systems and empower local farmersHow practical training sessions, case studies, and cross-sector collaboration are transforming real farms across SicilyWhat it means to build a common vocabulary across disciplines—from water management to market disintermediationCarlotta shares deep insights into the intersections of farming, knowledge, and justice, offering a hopeful yet radical vision for what a truly regenerative food system could look like.⎯⎯⎯⎯👩‍🌾 About the Guest:Carlotta Ebbreo is a rural sociologist and educator based in Palermo, Sicily. She’s a core team member of the Valdibella Practical School of Agroecology, where she focuses on the social and political dimensions of agroecology, and supports the transition toward community-centered, resilient food systems.⎯⎯⎯⎯❤️ This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity.⎯⎯⎯⎯🔗Useful links: Valdibella - https://valdibella.com/Deep Seed podcast - https://www.deepseed.eu/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What happens when a group of Sicilian farmers stand up to the Mafia, choose cooperation over fear, and build a future rooted in justice, community, and the land itself?In this episode of Deep Seed, we sit down with Massimiliano Solano, co-founder of Valdibella, one of Sicily’s most inspiring agricultural cooperatives. From organic wine to social projects for migrants, Valdibella is proving that farming can be both regenerative for the soil and transformative for society.🌱 Topics we cover in this episode:How Valdibella farmers resisted the influence of the Mafia in Sicilian agricultureWhy the cooperative model is a powerful alternative to industrial farminThe transition from organic to regenerative agriculture and agroecologySocial farming projects supporting migrants and marginalized communities, including NO CAP ItalyThe role of biodiversity and soil health in building resilient food systemsWhy young people should see farming not as a burden, but as a future of possibility and hopeThis is a conversation about more than farming. It’s about land, justice, and the future of food. Whether you’re passionate about organic wine from Sicily, curious about cooperative business models, or searching for stories of communities fighting back against exploitation, this episode will leave you inspired… and ready to imagine what a different kind of agriculture could look like!⸻ 🔗 Links: Valdibella - https://valdibella.com/ Deep Seed - https://www.deepseed.eu/ ⸻ 🎥 SOIL CAPITAL This episode was made in Partnership with Soil Capital - a company accelerating the transition to regenerative agriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health and biodiversity! https://www.soilcapital.com/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What happens when an engineer swaps corporate life for a life regenerating the land? Meet Sergi Caballero of Mas Les Vinyes in Catalonia: a farmer who turned an abandoned, degraded property into a lush, biodiverse food paradise. It’s a masterclass in regenerative agriculture, where fruit trees, animals, and soil biology work together in perfect symphony. In this episode, you’ll hear how Sergi produces food that tastes like it did generations ago, all while boosting soil health, building biodiversity, and proving that sustainable farming can be both profitable and deeply fulfilling. If you care about the future of food, you won’t want to miss this conversation.From seed saving and pasture-raised eggs to on-farm composting and integrated fruit tree guilds, Sergi shares practical insights for anyone dreaming of farming in harmony with nature. We explore how animal integration in farming supercharges soil fertility, why microbiology is the unsung hero of agriculture, and how thoughtful water design keeps crops thriving in hot, dry summers. Plus, discover how Mas Les Vinyes feeds local markets and retirement homes, bringing nutrient-dense food to those who need it most.Whether you’re a grower, researcher, policymaker, or simply a curious eater, this episode is packed with real-world solutions for creating resilient, climate-positive food systems. Join us for a deep dive into the practices and the mindset that make regeneration possible.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: Mas Les Vinyes - https://www.maslesvinyes.com/enDeep Seed podcast - https://www.deepseed.eu/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this eye-opening episode of Deep Seed, we travel to a humble farm in northwest Italy that’s quietly becoming a blueprint for regenerative agriculture. Agroecologist Tommaso Gaifami takes us deep into the heart of a four-year transformation where degraded monocultures gave way to complex, biodiverse systems that are resilient, productive, and deeply rooted in community. Tommaso shares how he and his team at Marsilea reimagined a conventional arable farm at Cascina Romanengo by integrating regenerative practices like cover cropping, minimum tillage, agroforestry, and soil biology mapping. We also explore how stakeholder collaboration, regional policy support, and diversified food chains can drive a successful and scalable agroecological transition. ⎯Expect a deep dive into:🌾 Practical crop rotation strategies for different soil conditions and climates🌿 The economic role of cover crops, clover, and millet in building fertility and resilience🚜 Tools like roller crimpers and sod seeders for low-impact cultivation🕸️ How to build a regional network of farms to optimize logistics and reduce costs🥕 Why the role of the agroecologist is key to the future of sustainable food systems ⎯Whether you’re a farmer, policymaker, food systems thinker, or just someone wondering what comes after industrial agriculture - this conversation is not to be missed! You’ll hear how smart crop rotations, local collaboration, and ecological design are reshaping how we grow food, manage soil, and rebuild rural landscapes. It’s a masterclass in agroecology, straight from the field. ⎯ Official Partner ❤️🌿 This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity. ⎯DONATE TO THE FARMING CHEFS 👩‍🍳🌾 -> https://gofund.me/3be23c5dHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if you could bring a river back from the dead, rebuild a valley, restore hope, and revive the local community?In this episode, Silvia Quarta shares the extraordinary story of a grassroots effort to revive the Quipar River in one of Europe’s driest regions: Murcia, Spain. Through a community-led, science-backed approach to ecosystem restoration, Silvia is showing that even the most degraded landscapes can become living, thriving places again - with the right people, the right tools, and the will to listen.From soil to water to social fabric, this conversation touches on every layer of regeneration. Silvia’s work with local farmers, international partners like Commonland, and the Regeneration Academy offers a powerful model for dryland farming, bioregional restoration, and long-term ecological resilience.Whether you’re a regenerative farmer, policymaker, activist, or simply a human being trying to make sense of our environmental moment -> this episode is for you! —🌱 In this episode:🌊 How regenerative farming can recharge aquifers and revive rivers🏡 What social desertification really means - and how to reverse it🌿 Practical tools for water retention, tree planting, and soil recovery👂 Why co-creation and deep listening are essential to ecosystem restoration📈 How a small pilot turned into a valley-wide bioregeneration blueprint—🔗 Mentioned in this episode:Silvia Quarta, Commonland, Regeneration Academy, Soil Capital, CIHEAM Zaragoza, Keiper Watershed, HUMUS Project, LANDX Project📍 Location: Murcia, Spain (Mediterranean drylands)This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: SILVIA QUARTA - LinkedinREGENERATION ACADEMY - Linkedin Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What happens when a family leaves the city behind to restore 562 hectares of degraded land using nothing but regenerative agriculture, resilience, and relentless creativity?In this unmissable episode, we take you inside Terramay, a pioneering farm in southern Portugal where Anna and David de Brito, along with livestock manager Elias Gellweiler, are transforming exhausted soils into abundant ecosystems. From soil-free hillsides turned market gardens to chickens making compost at speed, this is regenerative agriculture at its most ambitious and inspiring. You’ll hear how agroforestry, holistic grazing, and circular food systems come together to form a living, breathing model for farming in the age of climate crisis.🎧 Whether you’re a farmer, food systems thinker, or simply curious about how to grow hope in damaged landscapes, this episode is essential listening.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯🧠 What You’ll Learn:How Terramay produces over 85 tons of vegetables on rocky land with zero external inputsWhy composting with chickens can radically speed up fertility cyclesWhat it takes to run a restaurant where 90% of the food is grown on-siteHow rotational grazing builds resilience and nutrient densityWhy regenerative farming is also a powerful tool for rebuilding rural communities🌍 For listeners in:Sustainable food & farmingOrganic and biodynamic agricultureEcological design and permacultureClimate adaptation and land use policyCircular economy and rural innovationHit play and discover how a piece of land on the edge of Portugal is becoming a blueprint for the regenerative future we need.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: TERRAMAY - https://www.terramay.com/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if the most chemically intensive, high-density farms - systems many see as the enemy of regenerative agriculture - could actually become climate champions?In this episode of the Deep Seed Podcast, we sit down with Dimitri Tsitos, co-founder of AgroSystemic, to explore how Mediterranean super-intensive olive, almond, and citrus orchards can regenerate degraded soils, restore biodiversity, boost resilience, and improve long-term farm profitability - all without sacrificing yield.Dimitri shares hard-won insights from years of trial, failure, and success in transitioning conventional, input-heavy orchards into regenerative, climate-smart systems. Whether you’re a farmer, agronomist, orchard manager, sustainability consultant, investor, policymaker, or simply passionate about the future of food and climate solutions, this conversation offers a roadmap you won’t find anywhere else.🎧 By the end of this episode, you’ll understand why even the most intensive systems may have no choice but to go regenerative and how small, targeted changes in soil and plant management can transform productivity, resilience, and ecosystem health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯What You’ll Learn in This Episode🌳 How super-intensive Mediterranean orchards (2000+ trees per hectare) can transition to regenerative models🌳 Practical cover crop strategies for olive oil, almond, and citrus production🌳 Compost, mulching, and biomass management for soil regeneration🌳 How to balance productivity, profitability, and resilience under climate pressure🌳 The economics of regenerative transitions: cutting input costs while boosting long-term performance 🌳 How to use biodiversity strips, hedgerows, and landscape design to deliver agronomic services⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Who Should Listen✅ Olive, almond, and citrus growers✅ Conventional farmers curious about regenerative agriculture✅ Agronomists, soil scientists, and orchard advisors✅ Agricultural investors and sustainability consultants✅ Policymakers shaping the future of climate-resilient agriculture✅ Anyone passionate about regenerative systems, biodiversity restoration, and nature-based solutions⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: Agrosystemic - https://www.agrosystemic.com/Dimitri Tsitos - LinkedinHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if your olive oil could fight disease, your soil could store water like a sponge, and your sheep could restore biodiversity? This episode takes you to the heart of Portugal’s Monte Silveira farm, where cutting-edge science meets ancient ecosystems,... and the results are mind-blowing! Join us as we sit down with Diogo Pinho, the farm’s Research Manager, to uncover the data-driven secrets behind one of Europe’s most innovative regenerative farms.From boosting soil organic matter by astonishing numbers, to producing high-polyphenol olive oil that’s great for your heart, to showing that regenerative grazing can actually outperform conventional almond plantations - this conversation is packed with insight, hope, and practical inspiration for anyone interested in the future of farming.Whether you’re a researcher, policymaker, farmer, or foodie, this is one episode you do not want to miss.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯🧪 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why soil organic matter is the cornerstone of regenerative systems -> and how Monte Silveira doubled it.How rotational sheep grazing helps restore plant diversity and build microbial life underground.The surprising science behind polyphenols in olive oil and how farming methods influence their levels.How regenerative practices can reduce costs and outperform conventional models (with real data).What it means to design climate-resilient farms in Mediterranean ecosystems under pressure.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯🎙️ About the Guest:Diogo Pinho is the Research Manager at Monte Silveira Farm in southern Portugal, where he leads 16 research projects focused on linking profitability with ecosystem regeneration. With a background in microbiology, he’s bridging the gap between scientific research and real-world farming, and proving that regeneration can work at scale! ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: Monte SIlveira - https://www.montesilveira.com/Instagram: @deep_seed_podcastLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seedEmail - raphael@deepseed.euHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What happens when a tobacco empire transforms into a thriving regenerative farm? In this episode of the Deep Seed Podcast, we visit Monte Silveira, a 1,000-hectare farm in central Portugal, where João Valente has revived one of Europe’s oldest agro-silvopastoral systems.From 0.7% soil organic matter to over 5%, and from monocultures to thriving biodiversity, João shares how nature became his most profitable business partner. You’ll learn how rotational grazing, intercropping, and keyline design are helping regenerate both land and livelihoods in one of Europe’s driest regions.This conversation is full of timeless lessons for farmers, scientists, and land stewards alike.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:🌳 Montado magic: Discover how a 10,000-year-old oak-based system balances trees, animals, and humans🐄 Rotational grazing reimagined: How goats, sheep, pigs, and cows move through the land to regenerate perennial grasslands🌾 No-till + intercropping = soil magic: Why millet, sunflower, and legumes are João’s powerhouse combo💧 Keyline design in action: How 8,000 new cork oaks were planted to harvest water and revive degraded slopes💰 Regeneration is profitable: From increasing biodiversity to lowering input costs, João proves that better farming = better business⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: Monte SIlveira - https://www.montesilveira.com/Follow Us: Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content.Instagram: @deep_seed_podcastLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seedEmail - raphael@deepseed.euHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Two fine-dining chefs moved to rural Portugal to build a regenerative agriculture project focused on market gardening, nutrient-dense food, and soil health. Meet The Farming Chefs! 👨‍🍳Philippe and Sophie are blending regenerative farming, no-dig gardening, rotational grazing, and nutrient-dense cooking on their five-hectare farm in central Portugal. Using mobile chicken tractors, compost teas, and a thriving herb garden, they’re regenerating the land... and teaching the world how to grow tasty nutrient-dense food at home!🍅 In this episode, we cover:How a no-dig market garden can out-yield bigger farms (with less work)Why nutrient-dense food tastes better (and how it can restore your health)How to integrate chickens and sheep to regenerate degraded grasslandsHow to build a thriving herb garden from local cuttings… for free!Why edutainment is a powerful tool to scale the regenerative movement📌 LISTEN FOR:🟢 15:32 – The aquatic plant that’s feeding chickens free protein🌿 26:10 – Sophie’s 150+ plant herb garden🍳 41:00 – Why chefs are the secret weapon of the regenerative movement📣 47:45 – “Farmers deserve rockstar status. They’re regenerating our future.”USEFUL LINKS:The Farming Chefs also run a fast-growing YouTube channel where they teach regenerative practices through fun, practical, visually rich tutorials. Their blend of storytelling, flavor, and ecological wisdom is one of the most inspiring in the movement today.❤️ This episode was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity.Thank you for listening, all the best, Raphaël Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This week, we visit Culy Creek Ranch in northern Spain and meet the unstoppable Meghan Sapp, a holistic grazing expert and co-founder of the Savory Institute’s hub for Spain.Learn how holistic grazing, soil biodiversity, and smart ecosystem design created a farm so resilient it feeds itself — and the local economy.⎯⎯In this episode, we dive into:🌱 How to turn compacted, degraded land into a regenerative agriculture success story using horses, chickens, and goats🐎 The role of holistic grazing in boosting pasture productivity — while reducing hay costs🌾 Partnering with a top local restaurant to bring farm-to-table sourcing and regenerative practices together🥚 The relationship between holistic management, soil health and nutrient density🌻 How regenerative farming principles contribute to climate resilience, food quality, and economic viability🧪 Insights from the Savory Institute’s ecological outcome verification for tracking regeneration and carbon sequestration⎯⎯Whether you’re a regenerative farmer, chef, soil scientist, or simply curious about sustainable food systems — this episode is packed with actionable insights, inspiring stories, and serious soil wisdom.❤️ This episode was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity.🎯 Don’t forget to follow the show, rate the episode, and share it with a friend who loves dirt. It helps Deep Seed grow and reach more change-makers like you!⎯🔗 Useful Links:Soil Capital (Website)Curly Creek Ranch (Instagram)Meghan Sapp (Linkedin) Deep Seed podcast (Website)Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Biodiversity is not just about saving bees… it’s about saving ourselves! In this episode, Oliver Dauert joins us to explore why protecting biodiversity is essential to human survival, food security, and climate resilience. From beavers engineering entire wetland ecosystems to soil microbes collaborating with plants, this is your crash course in how nature actually works  and how we can rewild it before it’s too late.Whether you’re a regenerative farmer, climate optimist, soil geek, or just looking to reconnect with nature, this conversation will rewild your thinking and get you excited about what’s still possible.🌍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:What biodiversity really means (and why it’s more than just saving cute animals)Why beavers are better water engineers than most humansHow wolves are rebalancing European ecosystems — and freaking out farmersThe untold story of pollinators (spoiler: it’s not just bees)Why farmers can (and must) be biodiversity’s best alliesHow regenerative agriculture and rewilding can work together, not against each other🔧 Actionable Takeaways:The easiest way anyone can reconnect with the living world in just 5 minutesHow farmers can boost yields and biodiversity at the same timeWhy building wildlife corridors between farms is key to ecosystem restorationThe real reason biodiversity loss is invisible — and how to see clearly again💚 Subscribe to Deep Seed for weekly insights into regenerative agriculture, agroecology, rewilding, ecosystem restoration, and the seeds of a more abundant future.⎯⎯⎯⎯This episode was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity.⎯⎯⎯⎯🔗 Useful Links:Soil Capital - accelerating regenerative agricultureFollow Oliver Dauert on LinkedIn🎥 Documentaries: Our Planet (Netflix)Life on Our Planet – David Attenborough📚 Books:Rewilding by Cain BlytheA Life on Our Planet by David AttenboroughSilent Spring by Rachel Carson📱 Apps:PlantNetMerlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab of OrnithologyHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Un épisode fascinant à ne pas manquer ! On part en immersion dans le sud-ouest de la France, sur une ferme d’amandes bio-régénérative à la vision radicale. Martin d’Archimbaud, co-fondateur de GreenPods, nous ouvre les portes de La Granja, un projet agricole unique qui pourrait bien changer le visage de la filière amande en Europe.Moins d’eau, plus de biodiversité, zéro chimie, des couverts végétaux colorés et une passion débordante pour les arbres : ici, on ne se contente pas de planter, on régénère les sols, on construit un modèle agricole résilient et local, et on s’attaque à l’hégémonie californienne sur la production d’amandes.Si vous pensez que l’agriculture peut être à la fois belle, rentable et régénératrice, cet épisode est pour vous.Dans cet épisode, on parle de :L’histoire d’une reconversion de monoculture de maïs vers une ferme d’amandes bio régénérativeComment l’arbre devient un allié du climat et un levier de relocalisation alimentaireLes secrets agronomiques pour créer un verger résilient : irrigation de précision, taille, variétés, fumier, biochar…L’impact des couverts végétaux et des pratiques bio sur la santé des solsEt pourquoi la résilience long terme est bien plus rentable que la productivité court terme⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: GREENPODS / LA GRANJA - LinkAcheter des amandes - LinkMartin d’Archimbaud - LinkedinHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

🍷 Can regenerative agriculture revolutionize the wine industry? Stephen Cronk, founder of Maison Mirabeau, thinks so—and he’s proving it, vine by vine. After leaving London’s corporate world to build an internationally recognized rosé brand in Provence, Stephen took on his biggest challenge yet: turning a chemically exhausted vineyard into a thriving ecosystem using regenerative farming. In this episode, we dive into his incredible journey, the science behind regenerative viticulture, and why the future of wine depends on healthier soils, more biodiversity, and working with nature rather than against it. Whether you love wine, sustainability, or just a great comeback story—this episode is unmissable.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ How regenerative agriculture is transforming vineyards and wine quality✅ The surprising environmental impact of traditional viticulture (and how to fix it)✅ Why soil health is the secret to better grapes, better wine, and a more resilient future✅ How Stephen is leading the regenerative wine movement—and what’s next for viticulture✅ Practical strategies for farmers and winemakers to start regenerating their landWhy This Matters:🌍 Vineyards make up just 3% of EU farmland but use up to 20% of its pesticides. The wine industry is at a crossroads: continue down the path of chemical dependency or embrace a more sustainable, regenerative future. Stephen Cronk is showing that regenerative viticulture isn’t just good for the planet—it also makes better wine, healthier vines, and stronger businesses.Tune in now to explore how regenerative farming can reshape the wine industry—one vineyard at a time!⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: Maison Mirabeau - LinkRegenerative Viticulture Foundation - LinkStephen Cronk - LinkedinFollow Us: Instagram: @deep_seed_podcastLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seedEmail - raphael@deepseed.euHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if, instead of just growing food, we focused on maximizing the Earth’s ability to produce life? 🚀 In this episode, we sit down with Peter Fröhlich, a Swiss farmer, entrepreneur, and agroecology innovator, who is turning conventional wisdom on its head. He reveals why biomass—not just crops—holds the key to saving agriculture, why plowing can sometimes be regenerative, and how he’s developing an outcome-based system that could revolutionize farming worldwide. 🌍If you’re a farmer, food producer, climate advocate, or simply someone who cares about how we feed the world without destroying the planet, this episode is NOT to be missed. It is packed with game-changing insights for anyone in farming, food production, or environmental science. Hit play now and join the movement toward a more resilient, regenerative future! 🎙️🚜Inside This Episode:🌾 Why regenerative agriculture is non-negotiable—it’s not just about food, it’s about our planet’s future.🌍 Biomass is everything: how maximizing plant growth can restore soil, cut emissions, and improve biodiversity.📊 The power of data: why measuring soil health, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem services is the future of farming.🔬 Lasers vs. Glyphosate? Why Peter is testing laser weeding and rethinking herbicide use.💰 How to make regenerative farming profitable—without relying on government subsidies.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: AgriCircle - https://agricircle.com/Peter Fröhlich - LinkedinFollow Us: Instagram: @deep_seed_podcastLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seedEmail - raphael@deepseed.euHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

🌱 Can We Make an Entire Food System Regenerative?Sweden’s food system isn’t regenerative—at least, not yet. But Sara Maxence is working to change that. With a background in big agri-food corporations, she’s seen firsthand the challenges of shifting towards sustainability. Now, she’s leading an effort to bring farmers, processors, and policymakers together to explore how Sweden can transition from an extractive, industrial food model to one that is more diverse, resilient, and soil-friendly.In this episode, we dive into the early steps of this journey: breaking down silos, testing new financing models, and creating real demand for regenerative crops. If you’re curious about how regenerative agriculture can scale beyond individual farms—and what needs to change at the system level—this episode is packed with valuable insights and fresh ideas.🌾 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ Why our food system is stuck—and how to start shifting it✅ How Sweden’s farmers are experimenting with regenerative practices✅ The challenge of selling diverse, soil-friendly crops in a wheat-dominated market✅ How digital tools and financing models could accelerate the transition✅ Why Europe’s agricultural policies (CAP) can both help and hinder changeSweden is early in this process, but Sara’s work offers a fascinating case study on what it takes to move from concept to action. Listen now to explore the opportunities and challenges of making food systems truly regenerative!⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: Regenerator - https://regenerator.nu/Sara Maxence - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-h%C3%A5kanson-maxence/Follow Us: Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content.Instagram: @deep_seed_podcastLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seedEmail - raphael@deepseed.euHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if regenerative farming could be profitable, fair, and the future of food—but the system is blocking it? Farmers restore soil, protect biodiversity, and keep ecosystems thriving. So why are they struggling to make a living?In this eye-opening episode, we expose the flaws in our food system and reveal how farmers can finally be properly rewarded for regenerating the land. My guest, Nicolas Verschuere, co-founder of Cultivaé and Soil Capital, is leading a movement to rebuild local food supply chains, secure fair prices for farmers, and unlock the power of carbon markets.🔥 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:✅ The shocking truth: Why the people growing our food make the least money✅ How regenerative farming can be profitable—without making food expensive✅ The carbon market revolution: How businesses can cut emissions by supporting regenerative farmers✅ A bold new vision for agriculture—where farmers, not middlemen, control the value chain🚀 Whether you’re a farmer, food industry leader, investor, climate activist, or eco-conscious consumer, this episode will change the way you think about food forever.🎧 Hit play now to discover how we can fix the system and make regenerative farming mainstream!⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: Cultivaé - https://www.cultivae.be/fr/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seedEmail - raphael@deepseed.euHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if the future of farming wasn’t in the hands of corporations, but in the hands of communities? Imagine a world where farmers don’t struggle with crushing debt, where land is protected for generations, and where you—not just governments or investors—can help reshape the food system. In this episode, we dive into an innovative model that could revolutionize access to land, empower regenerative farmers, and reconnect people with their food.Our guest, Eline Veninga, is at the forefront of this movement with Lenteland, a groundbreaking initiative that makes farmland affordable, community-owned, and dedicated to regenerative agriculture—forever. We’ll explore how this model works, why the current food system is failing farmers, and how you can be part of the solution.If you care about food, farming, and the future, this episode is a must-listen!In This Episode, We Discuss:✅ Why farmland is becoming unaffordable—and how we can fix it✅ How community-owned farms give power back to farmers and citizens✅ The shocking way most banks treat soil health—and why it’s completely backwards✅ Why farming needs TEAMS, not just solo farmers✅ How YOU can invest in regenerative agriculture—starting at just €500🌍 Why This Episode MattersFarmland prices are skyrocketing. Farmers are disappearing. Investors and corporations are buying up land, making it impossible for small farmers to survive.Leenteland is rewriting the rules—creating community-owned farms where regenerative agriculture can thrive, free from market speculation.This isn’t just an idea. It’s happening now. Lenteland already has multiple farms up and running, proving that a citizen-powered food system isn’t just possible—it’s the future.📢 Want to be part of the movement? Listen now.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: Lenteland - https://www.lente.land/Eline Veninga - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elineveninga/Follow Us: Instagram: @deep_seed_podcastLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seedEmail - raphael@deepseed.euHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if your daily cup of tea could restore ecosystems and support farmers? 😍This week on the Deep Seed Podcast, we meet Matthijs Westerwoudt, co-founder of Wilder Land, a visionary company that’s redefining what it means to grow, sell, and enjoy food. By transforming “weeds” like chamomile and nettle into delicious teas, kombuchas, and granolas, Wilder Land is proving that businesses can boost biodiversity, heal the soil, and be wildly successful—all at the same time.Whether you’re an entrepreneur curious about launching a regenerative business, a farmer exploring agroecology, or a foodie looking for ethical and delicious products, this episode offers insights and inspiration you won’t want to miss.💡 “The bigger the business grows, the more nature it restores. That’s the power of a regenerative business model.”In this episode, you’ll discover:🌱 How Wilder Land empowers farmers to restore biodiversity by growing native plants.🌿 The secrets behind turning overlooked plants into products like tea, kombucha, and pasta.🌍 Tips for marketing regenerative products in a competitive, globalized food system.🦋 Why native plants are biodiversity superheroes—and how they’re saving ecosystems.💡 Practical advice for anyone dreaming of starting their own nature-positive business.From chamomile tea to smoked birch kombucha and miso made from buckwheat, Wilder Land’s innovative products show how we can reimagine agriculture to create local food systems that benefit people and the planet.🌟 Listen now to learn how Wilder Land is transforming farming, food, and the future—one sip, bite, and step at a time.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: ✨ Wilder Land - https://wilder-land.com/✨ Matthijs Westerwoudt - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthijs-westerwoudt-6107a216/Follow Us: ✨ Instagram: @deep_seed_podcast✨ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seed✨ Email - raphael@deepseed.euHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Can farming heal the planet? In this episode, we explore how regenerative agriculture and ecosystem restoration are reshaping the future of our landscapes and communities. Join us as we sit down with Willemijn De Jongh from Commonland, who shares insights into how we can restore degraded land, build resilient food systems, and reconnect with nature.Willemijn introduces the revolutionary Four Returns Framework: a practical model that delivers natural, social, financial, and inspirational benefits, proving that regeneration is not just possible but essential. Through compelling success stories and actionable insights, she demonstrates how farming, biodiversity, and community can thrive together.Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:🌱 The power of regenerative agriculture: Real-life examples of farmers transitioning from monocultures to resilient, biodiverse systems.🌍 Scalable ecosystem restoration: How Commonland’s projects in the Netherlands, Spain, and beyond are revitalizing millions of hectares of degraded land.💡 Nature-based solutions for global challenges: Agroforestry, food forests, and sustainable farming practices as tools to combat climate change and biodiversity loss.🤝 Collaboration for a sustainable future: Why empowering local communities and farmers is key to creating meaningful, long-term change.Whether you’re a farmer, policymaker, sustainability enthusiast, or curious learner, this episode will leave you inspired by the transformative potential of regenerative agriculture and large-scale ecosystem restoration.🎧 Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how we can transform degraded land into thriving ecosystems and reshape the future of food, farming, and the planet—one landscape at a time.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital, a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful links: Commonland - https://commonland.com/Wij Land - https://wij.land/Alvelal - https://alvelal.es/Willemijn De Jongh - https://www.linkedin.com/in/willemijndeiongh/Follow Us: Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content.Instagram: @deep_seed_podcastLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seedEmail - raphael@deepseed.euHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.