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The Regen PodcastEpisodio 51 - CÓMO CERTIFICAR TUS PRODUCTOS REGENERATIVOS CON EL NUEVO SELLO REGEN FOODS🌐 Descubre más sobre el sello y cómo formar parte del cambio en la web 👉 https://theregenfoods.com/ 🎥 Acompáñanos en nuestro webinar gratuito y descubre cómo funciona la certificación Regen Foods.Inscríbete y forma parte del cambio 👉 https://edu.theregenacademy.com/webinar-como-certificar-tus-productos-regenerativos 🎙️ En este episodio de The Regen Podcast, Francesc Font y Mónica Fernández conversan sobre cómo certificar productos regenerativos con el nuevo sello Regen Foods. 🌱Desde The Regen Academy hemos creado Regen Foods, un sello que reconoce alimentos producidos con agricultura regenerativa real.Una herramienta para dar visibilidad, valor y confi...
2025-10-171h 00
ReGen Brands Podcast#117 - Stacy Cushenbery @ Oatly - Driving Regen Impact With Miller Partnerships & Per Acre PaymentsOn this episode, we sit down with Stacy Cushenbery, Senior Manager for Global Regenerative Agriculture at Oatly, to unpack how one of the world’s most recognizable plant-based brands is tackling regeneration at scale.
We explore why Oatly chose an “equivalent acres” approach instead of chasing identity-preserved sourcing, and how that decision balances procurement flexibility with landscape-level impact. We dive into why mill partners are the hidden backbone of their program — organizing farmers, shaping agronomy plans, and making regen real on the ground.
Stacy shares the nuts and bolts of what practices Oatly is paying farmers...
2025-10-031h 10
ReGen Brands Podcast#115 - Kristina Tucker @ The Republic of Tea - Piloting Regenerative Innovation In Tea & HerbsOn this episode, I’m joined by Kristina Tucker, the longtime Minister of Enlightenment at The Republic of Tea.
We explore the brand’s 30-year journey from launching the first certified Organic tea in 2003 to piloting new Regenerative Organic Certified® SKUs today. Kristina shares how the company sources over 400 teas and herbs from more than 80 growing regions, and what it takes to balance innovation, ingredient integrity, and supply chain complexity at scale.
We dive into how regenerative fits into their historical sourcing evolution — from organic to biodynamic to ROC™ — and why the brand is...
2025-09-121h 05
ReGen Brands Podcast#114 - Isabel Washington @ Laurel's - The Regenerative A2 Latte Disrupting RTD CoffeeOn this episode, we’re talking with Isabel Washington, the founder of Laurel’s, a rapidly growing ready-to-drink coffee brand powered by regenerative A2 dairy.
We dive into Isabel’s personal journey discovering A2 milk, how it transformed her relationship with dairy, and why it became the cornerstone of her brand.
You’ll hear how she spotted a massive gap in the RTD coffee aisle — where 90% of products were non-dairy — and why she designed Laurel’s first three SKUs to reflect what people actually order at real coffee shops.
Isabel also pulls back the curtain on...
2025-09-051h 02
ReGen Brands Podcast#113 - Peetachai "Neil" Dejkraisak @ Jasberry - Fighting Farmer Poverty With Regenerative Superfood RiceOn this episode, we’re diving into the incredible origin story of Jasberry with the company’s Co-Founder and CEO, Neil.
You’ll hear how a life-changing high school friendship, a Google search for the world’s best rice scientist, and two years living in rural Thailand all led to a new superfood rice brand that you can now find on shelves at every Whole Foods nationwide.
We unpack Jasberry’s mission to tackle generational farmer poverty, the science behind their superfood purple rice, and why organic and regenerative rice farming is actually lowering costs and produci...
2025-08-291h 12
ReGen Brands Podcast#112 - Keith Bearden @ Alter Eco - Cacao Price Spikes, Tariff Pressure, and Regenerative ProgressOn this episode, we sit down with Keith Bearden, CEO of Alter Eco, to unpack one of the most turbulent years in chocolate’s history.
We dive into why cacao prices have more than tripled over the past two years and how a new 39% Swiss import tariff is disrupting their business in ways we have never seen before.
Keith shares how Alter Eco is helping farmers transition to dynamic agroforestry systems across Latin America, why regenerative certification doesn’t always pencil out, and what needs to happen to unify the movement so consumers truly understand regen...
2025-08-221h 09
ReGen Brands Podcast#111 - Berklee Welsh & Christina Skonberg @ Simple Mills - Why Contribution Matters More Than AttributionOn this episode, we’re joined by Berklee Welsh and Christina Skonberg from Simple Mills — the number one cracker, cookie, and baking mix brand in the natural channel today.
We unpack how Simple Mills is focused on contribution over attribution, working with more than 4,000 farmers on 70,000 acres to build a regenerative supply that doesn’t necessarily translate into product-specific claims.
We talk about product innovation, how underutilized crops like buckwheat and red beans are making their way into cookies and crackers, and why designing for soil health starts with good product design.
2025-08-151h 11
ReGen Brands Podcast#110 - Michael Farrell @ The Forest Farmers - Forest Farming The Most Regenerative Sweetener On EarthOn this episode, we’re going deep into the forest with Michael Farrell, Co-Founder of The Forest Farmers.
Michael and his team are managing over 10,000 acres of forest in New York and Vermont to produce what they believe to be the most regenerative sweetener on the planet.
You’ll hear how The Forest Farmers’ keep forests diverse and thriving, why maple syrup is nutritionally and environmentally superior to more popular, cheap sweeteners, and how brands can integrate maple ingredients into everything from beverages to baked goods.
We unpack how maple trees become a full su...
2025-08-081h 00
ReGen Brands Podcast#109 - Jason Haas @ Tablas Creek Vineyard - The Regenerative Organic Vineyard Pioneering Rhône-Style WineOn this episode of the ReGen Brands Podcast, we’re joined by Jason Haas – Partner and General Manager at Tablas Creek Vineyard. Tablas Creek is located in Paso Robles, California, is one of the pioneering wineries in the U.S. for regenerative organic farming, and was the first vineyard to become Regenerative Organic Certified®.
Jason shares the incredible origin story of Tablas Creek, born from a partnership between his father and the Perrin family of France. We explore how they brought Rhône varietals to California and why they started a grapevine nursery to supply their o...
2025-08-011h 15
ReGen Brands Podcast#108 - We Have No Idea How Regen Products Are Selling (Kyle Returns!)On this episode of the ReGen Brands podcast, a voice you know and love is back. Kyle returns after his brief two-episode hiatus, but this time as the guest.
We’re diving deep into a foundational issue facing regenerative CPG: we still have no unified way of tracking how regenerative products are performing at retail.
From disjointed data systems and third-party paywalls to the chaos of unstandardized claims, this episode breaks down why brands, retailers, and certifiers are flying blind when it comes to understanding regen product performance.We explore how syndic...
2025-07-1853 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#107 - Joe Miller @ Kalona Supernatural - Regenerative, “Almost Raw” Milk From A 19-Entity EcosystemOn this episode of the ReGen Brands podcast, we're joined by Joe Miller from Kalona SuperNatural — a 20-year veteran of the dairy world and a passionate advocate for organic and regenerative farming. We dig into Kalona’s unique vertically integrated ecosystem (that includes 19 different businesses!), the brand’s deep partnerships with family dairy farms, and all the ways regenerative is shaping their efforts from soil to shelf.
Joe shares the story of how a group of farmers took matters into their own hands when the local co-op abandoned the organic market — and why practices like low-temp...
2025-07-111h 10
ReGen Brands Podcast#106 - Carrie Richards @ Richards Regenerative - Wholesale Over DTC, Regenerative in Schools, and the Problem with Big BrandsOn this episode of the ReGen Brands Podcast, we're talking with Carrie Richards – the fourth-generation rancher behind Richards Regenerative.
Carrie takes us through her incredible journey from scrappy beef sales out of a friend's freezer to supplying over 40 school districts and major retailers like Sprouts.
We dive deep into the challenges and contradictions of building a regenerative beef business – from dealing with misleading country-of-origin labeling and predatory brand partnerships to navigating the real math behind carcass utilization, processing costs, and wholesale margins.
Carrie also shares her hopes in the future use of nutrient densi...
2025-07-031h 09
ReGen Brands Podcast#105 - Kyle Says Goodbye, Passing The Mic But Not The MissionOn this episode of the ReGen Brands podcast, we’re closing a major chapter and celebrating everything that’s made it so powerful.
Kyle is officially stepping away as the show’s regularly scheduled co-host.
In this heartfelt conversation, Kyle shares what’s driving this decision, and we both reflect on the journey to date. You’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories, favorite moments, some laughs (of course), and a lot of love.
And although I’m losing my co-host for the podcast, Kyle isn’t saying goodbye to the regenerative movement - he’s just shifting ho...
2025-06-1735 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#104 - Eric Smith @ Edacious - Helping Brands Prove That Regenerative Products Are More NutritiousOn this episode, we have Eric Smith who is the Founder and CEO of Edacious.
Edacious offers radically easy lab testing and intuitive nutrition software for food system professionals. They’re working on turning nutrition data into actionable insights for people and planetary health.
Eric's on a mission to redefine food quality using hard data. Through his work at Edacious, he's helping brands measure, benchmark, and communicate the nutritional value of their products so consumers can truly understand what they’re eating.
We explore:
Why the current Nutrition Facts Panel fails...
2025-05-301h 31
ReGen Brands Podcast#103 - Mary Purdy @ Nutrient Density Alliance - Regen’s Nutrition Advantage: What We Know & Where We’re HeadedOn this episode, we have Mary Purdy who is the Managing Director of the Nutrient Density Alliance.
The Nutrient Density Alliance’s purpose is to ignite awareness and mobilize action around the nutritional benefits and improved food quality of soil-building regenerative agriculture to drive demand for a more sustainable food system and improve human health outcomes.
You’ve heard us talk a lot about how the increased nutrient density of regenerative foods will be a powerful marketing mechanism to increase demand for regenerative products and spur more adoption of regenerative agriculture. Well...
2025-05-231h 09
ReGen Brands Podcast#102 - Joseph Cassinelli @ El Nacho - Tortilla Chips Reimagined Through Lucha Libre & Regenerative AgOn this episode, we’re joined by Joseph Cassinelli, who is the Founder and President of El Nacho.
El Nacho is supporting regenerative agriculture with their line of tortilla chips made with certified regenerative corn.
In this episode, Joe shares how El Nacho was born during the pandemic and how it turned him from a seasoned restaurateur to a new CPG Founder. He details the importance of their clean ingredients, ancient processing techniques, and intentional sourcing decisions to produce a bold, flavorful chip that is better for eaters, farmers, and the plan...
2025-05-161h 07
ReGen Brands Podcast#101 - Brady Barnstable @ Seven Sundays - Regenerating Cereal Supply Chains Without Marketing ClaimsOn this episode, we’re joined by Brady Barnstable, Co-Founder and COO of Seven Sundays.
Seven Sundays is a breakfast brand on a mission to restore human and planetary health, one cereal bowl at a time.
Brady takes us back to the early days of muesli inspiration in New Zealand, which inspired him and his wife, Hannah, to leave fast-paced careers in NYC and bootstrap a new CPG brand.
We get deep into the hard realities of sourcing regenerative and upcycled ingredients, the missing middle of processing infrastructure, and what it takes to sca...
2025-05-021h 18
ReGen Brands Podcast#100 - Lessons from the Frontlines, Laughs Behind the Scenes, and Bold Bets for the Future of Regen CPGWhat’s up, y’all - welcome to a very special episode of the ReGen Brands Podcast. This isn’t just another episode—it’s episode 100. That’s right… triple digits.
And today, Kyle and I are taking a moment to reflect on everything this show has become since that first conversation back in 2022. We’re talking about where the regenerative CPG space was when we started and just how far it’s come—more brands, more awareness, more momentum.
We’ll share the behind-the-scenes stuff too… the quirks, the laughs, the chaos, and the little rituals that have s...
2025-04-251h 21
ReGen Brands Podcast#99 - Carolyn Gahn @ Applegate - Applegate Bets Big On Regenerative BeefOn this episode, we’re joined by Carolyn Gahn who is the Senior Director of Mission & Advocacy at Applegate.
Applegate has just announced that they’ve achieved their ambitious goal to source 100% of the beef in their beef hot dogs from certified regenerative grasslands. By implementing this change, Applegate is helping to transition 10.8 million acres of grasslands to certified regenerative.
Carolyn leads Applegate’s regenerative agriculture initiatives, and she joins us to share how the brand has gone from a single experimental product to transforming its entire hot dog portfolio to be certi...
2025-04-111h 09
ReGen Brands Podcast#98 - Cole Mannix @ Old Salt Co-Op - Montana’s Multi-Faceted Regenerative Meat BrandOn this episode, we are joined by Cole Mannix who is the Founder and President of Old Salt Co-Op.
Old Salt Co-Op is supporting regenerative agriculture with a collection of vertically integrated businesses bringing regeneratively raised meat to consumers. The Old Salt brand was created by a group of family ranches in Montana to provide a better food system and future for their land, their animals, and their customers.
Old Salt sells meat direct-to-consumers online, they operate two restaurants in Helena, Montana, and they’re also operating and acquiring meat processing faci...
2025-04-041h 23
ReGen Brands Podcast#97 - Will & Jenni Harris @ White Oak Pastures - The Original Regenerative BrandOn this episode, we are joined by Will and Jenni Harris from White Oak Pastures, which may very well be the original and very first regenerative brand.
White Oak Pastures is a 160-year-old, zero-waste, regenerative farm that raises 10 species of animals living in symbiotic relationships with each other and the land. Starting in 1995, the farm transitioned away from industrial agriculture techniques and began operating their farm as a living ecosystem.
As a brand, White Oak has been a pioneer in American grass-fed beef production, selling both Publix and Whole Foods their first domestic-supplied grass-fed beef o...
2025-03-281h 36
ReGen Brands Podcast#96 - Expo West Recap: Regen Wins, Emerging Trends, & Essential InsightsOn this episode, Kyle and I are flying solo to bring you some updates and thoughts coming out of Expo West.
What are the latest industry trends we’re tracking?
What was the state of regenerative at this year’s Super Bowl of CPG?
What were the biggest regen wins from the Pitch Slam, to NEXTYs, to fundraising announcements?
We dive into all the most important regen CPG topics including certification presence, new product highlights, and new information on increasing consumer awareness and demand for regenerative products. We break down the acti...
2025-03-211h 15
ReGen Brands Podcast#95 - Expo West Preview, Federal Funding Chaos, & I ❤️ REGENIn this episode, Kyle and I are flying solo to cover the latest and greatest from the world of regenerative CPG. We kick things off with Kyle sharing some insights from recent conversations he’s had with retailers, and we unpack recent changes Whole Foods has made to their regenerative standards.
We break down all the things Expo West, including regenerative brands exhibiting, sessions we’re looking forward to, NEXTY finalists, where you can find regen on the agenda, and how ReGen Brands is showing up at the event. Secret sneak peek - we’re launching our first a...
2025-02-2451 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#94 - Loren Poncia @ Stemple Creek Ranch - The Bay Area’s Regional Regenerative Meat BrandOn this episode, we have Loren Poncia who is a rancher and the owner at Stemple Creek Ranch.
Stemple Creek is supporting regenerative agriculture with their regeneratively-raised beef, lamb, pork, and chicken products mainly sold via their website directly to consumers and also available via select farmers' markets, restaurants, and retailers. Stemple Creek’s home ranch in Northern California stretches over more than 1,000 acres and their overall operation manages more than 8,000 acres of land.
In this episode, Loren details the family’s journey from conventional dairy to regenerative beef production, why they ended up starting a bra...
2025-02-141h 04
ReGen Brands Podcast#93 - Jason & Kristina Walker @ Starwalker Organic FarmsOn this episode, we have Jason & Kristina Walker who are the Founders and Owners of Starwalker Organic Farms.
Starwalker Organic Farms produces various beef, pork, and chicken products on a 3,000-acre Regenerative Organic Certified® farm in Northern California. They’re one of the biggest producers of organic pork in the United States, and they sell their regenerative organic products wholesale, direct-to-consumer, and through their branded CPG SKUs. The family also owns and operates a certified organic processing facility with slaughter, cut, and value-added operations serving their farm and many others in the community.
In this epi...
2025-02-071h 07
ReGen Brands Podcast#92 - Sara Delaney @ Sarilla - The Regenerative Sparkling Beverage Brand Spotlighting RwandaOn this episode, we have Sara Delaney who is the Founder and CEO at Sarilla.
Sarilla is supporting regenerative agriculture with its lineup of ready-to-drink spritzers that are all made with organic and regenerative ingredients. Sarilla sources the majority of its ingredients via direct trade relationships with farmer cooperatives in Rwanda that are USDA Organic and Fair Trade Certified and pursuing regenerative certification.
In this episode, Sara shares how she was inspired to launch the brand to further her work supporting the people of Rwanda in their ongoing recovery from the Rwandan Genocide in 1994, and...
2025-01-311h 32
Regen Life PodcastEpisode #18, with Guest Jason Mauck on Farming WeirdIn this episode of the ReGen Life podcast, we chat with Jason Mauck on his farm operation which he terms as "Farming Weird". He is especially famous for developing a method of intercropping where he grows wheat and soybeans together at the same time but with different harvest times. He shares with us how he developed this system. 00:00 Introduction to Farming Weird03:04 The Journey into Farming and Pain Points05:52 Transitioning to Regenerative Practices08:57 Cover Crops and Their Impact12:01 Exploring Relay Cropping15:11 Innovations in Crop Rotation17:58 The Benefits of Intercropping20:51 The Ro...
2025-01-2937 minRegen Life PodcastEpisode #17, with Guest Steve Groff; Raising Hemp and how Hemp Fits into Regen AgAnother episode with our Guest Steve Groff on how to raise hemp fiber and how hemp fits into regenerative agriculture management practices. 00:00 Introduction to Hemp and Regenerative Agriculture03:06 Hemp's Role in Soil Health and Environmental Benefits06:06 Hemp as a Crop: Growth, Harvesting, and Nutritional Value09:07 Crop Rotation and Soil Management with Hemp12:03 Water Usage and Drought Tolerance of Hemp15:02 Hemp's Adaptability to Different Climates18:11 Hemp's Potential in Saline Soils20:58 Population Density and Harvesting Techniques for Hemp24:01 Market Considerations and Future of Hemp Farming
2025-01-2433 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#91 - Tim Cornie @ 1000 Springs Mill - Why Ag-Tech & Demand Are Key To A Regenerative Organic FutureOn this episode, we have Tim Cornie who is a farmer and the Co-Owner of 1000 Springs Mill.
Tim is supporting regenerative agriculture as a farmer managing more than 800 acres of regenerative organic land in Idaho, by owning and operating a processing facility sourcing from many farmers in his region, and by selling CPG products in the 1000 Springs Mill brand that contain regenerative organic ingredients.
In this episode, Tim shares how his regenerative efforts are inspired by the healthcare challenges that his family and community have faced, how a trip to Europe inspired him to “stop fe...
2025-01-241h 08Regen Life PodcastEpisode #16, with Guest Steve Groff; What's the Opportunity with Hemp?In this episode of the ReGen Life Podcast, we talk to farmer and hemp specialist Steve Groff about the history and opportunities in growing hemp.00:00 Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture and Hemp05:26 The Historical Significance of Hemp12:20 The Modern Hemp Industry and Its Challenges20:13 Investment and Infrastructure Needs for Hemp25:21 Future Steps for the Hemp Industry
2025-01-2227 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#90 - John Strohfus @ Field Theory - Why We Need More Demand For “Conventional Regenerative”On this episode, we have John Strohfus who is the Founder and CEO of Field Theory and Minnesota Hemp Farms Incorporated.
John is supporting regenerative agriculture as a row crop farmer managing 1,000 acres in Minnesota, by working as a broker and supply chain builder with multiple brands, and by selling CPG products in the Field Theory brand that contain regeneratively grown ingredients.
In this episode, John educates us on what really matters to farmers, gives his take on conventional regenerative versus regenerative organic, and breaks down what it takes to find, aggregate, and broker regenerative...
2025-01-171h 23
ReGen Brands Podcast#89 - Trump’s 2.0, Regenified’s New Consumer Research, & Big Recent Wins For Regenerative BrandsIn this episode, we’re bringing you into the new year with a first-of-its-kind format covering current events, new consumer research, and industry news.
Kyle and I spend time talking about Trump winning the presidency and what that means for regenerative brands and the regenerative movement. How will tariffs affect cost of goods? Will mass deportations affect labor and cost of goods? Is MAHA for real and what impact will it have? Will the new administration fulfill their promises on inflation and the economy resulting in higher velocities of premium regen products and more investment into their bu...
2025-01-031h 17
ReGen Brands Podcast#88 - A Deep Dive Into Our Inaugural State of Regenerative CPG ReportOn this episode, we are talking about all things related to our recently released State of Regenerative CPG Report.
Many of you have already checked out the report or at least heard us talk about it briefly on Episode 81 where we unpacked the launch of our new ecosystem.
The report synthesizes ReGen Brands' proprietary learnings from almost three years of studying regenerative CPG, including 80 podcast episodes interviewing brand founders, executives, and other key ecosystem stakeholders.
It is designed to help you understand the ways regenerative brands are winning today along with the key c...
2024-12-201h 25
ReGen Brands Podcast#87 - Camilla Marcus @ west~bourne - Chef Curation & Cultural PersuasionOn this episode, we have Camilla Marcus who is the Founder & CEO at west~bourne.
West~bourne is supporting regenerative agriculture with their chef-driven snacks and pantry staples - all impeccably sourced, utilizing regenerative, sustainable, and organic ingredients. The brand’s ethos is 'eat well. do better. gather often.'
In this episode, Camilla shares her journey from chef to brand Founder, the philosophy behind west~bourne’s unique model, the challenges and triumphs of leading with sustainability in the CPG space, and how Camilla is driving impact far beyond the plate.
We talk...
2024-12-061h 15
ReGen Brands Podcast#86 - Ryan Pintado-Vertner @ Smoketown - How Do We Unlock Massive Demand For Regenerative?On this episode, we have Ryan Pintado-Vertner who is the Founder and CEO at Smoketown.
Smoketown is a boutique brand consultancy that helps visionaries, mission-driven brands and nonprofits maximize their growth and positive impact without one compromising the other. They use empathy to help solve complex marketing challenges for their clients who are creating more justice, generosity, equity, and regeneration in the world.
Smoketown is supporting regenerative agriculture with their recently released white paper: Unlocking Demand for Regenerative - A Crowdsourced Blueprint for Accelerating Consumer Demand for Regenerative Agriculture
It will come as...
2024-11-221h 18
ReGen Brands Podcast#85 - Eric Gutknecht @ Charcutnuvo - How Does Regenerative Sausage Get Made?On this episode, we have Eric Gutknecht who is the President and CEO at Charcutnuvo.
Charcutnuvo is supporting regenerative agriculture with their Regenerative Organic Certified® beef sausages and they are working to transition their entire product portfolio of beef, chicken, and pork sausage products to ROC™.
In this episode, Eric gives us the real scoop on “how the sausage is made.” We cover his family’s five-generation history in sausage making, his sausage-making training in Europe, and what processes the brand implores that set them apart from the competition.
Eric also gives us the lowdow...
2024-11-1554 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#84 - Heidi Diestel @ Diestel Family Ranch - Why Regenerative Turkey Takes Both Feed & FowlOn this episode, we have Heidi Diestel who is a fourth fourth-generation turkey farmer and executive at Diestel Family Ranch.
Diestel Family Ranch has been raising turkeys since 1949, and they’re supporting regenerative agriculture with their Non-GMO, regeneratively raised turkeys that are certified Regenified™.
In this episode, Heidi schools us on their family’s journey raising turkeys and how their practices and products have evolved over the years, she gives us an in-depth look at how they raise their regenerative birds and source regenerative feed, plus she breaks down how they think about product innovation and wh...
2024-11-081h 05
ReGen Brands Podcast#83 - Kyle Sullivan & Jesse Smith @ Figure Ate - Enterprises Supporting Ecological StewardshipOn this episode, we have Kyle Sullivan & Jesse Smith from Figure Ate Foods and the White Buffalo Land Trust. Kyle serves as the Director of Marketing and Communications while Jesse serves as the Director of Land Stewardship.
Figure Ate is supporting regenerative agriculture with their persimmon vinegar and beef biltong products, and the Figure Ate brand is a part of the larger White Buffalo Land Trust non-profit that is stewarding the 1,000-acre Jalama Canyon Ranch and serves as a global hub for regenerative land stewardship, ecological monitoring, research, education, training, and enterprise development.
In this e...
2024-11-011h 08
ReGen Brands Podcast#82 - Benina Montes @ Burroughs Family Farms - Regenerative Almonds Farmed For The FutureOn this episode, we have Benina Montes who is the Founder and Co-Owner of Burroughs Family Farms.
Burroughs Family Farms is supporting regenerative agriculture with their regenerative organic farm producing almonds, olives, and walnuts while raising pastured sheep and poultry. Their brand predominantly sells almond-based products like various nut butters and their new almond concentrate, along with whole-snacking almonds offered in various formats and flavors.
In this episode, we learn about the Burroughs family's long history in farming and with food brands, Benina details their regenerative journey and how they became the first almond farm i...
2024-10-251h 22
ReGen Brands Podcast#81 - ReGen Brands Launches Support Ecosystem For CPG Brands Supporting Regenerative AgricultureOn this episode, we are celebrating some very big news.
This week, we launched a new unprecedented, multifaceted support ecosystem for CPG brands supporting regenerative agriculture including two new non-profit organizations and one future for-profit organization.
The three entities are called: ReGen Brands Institute, ReGen Brands Coalition, and ReGen Brands Capital.
We’ve shared bits and pieces of our work on all of this over the past year, but we have not really given our audience a full update since August of 2023. And there’s a reason for that, as we’ve been quite...
2024-10-1858 min
Ag Emerge PodcastAgEmerge Podcast 118 with Anthony Corsaro of Outlaw Ventures & ReGen Brands PodcastAnthony Corsaro is an entrepreneur, investor, and regenerative agriculture evangelist whose mission is to help heal our people and planet through ventures that inspire the production and consumption of healthy, nutrient-dense foods. This is a powerful conversation including Anthony’s personal intense health journey and how he walks the walk when it comes to food as medicine.
Anthony is the Founder and Managing Director at Outlaw Ventures: a family office backing the rebels, radicals, and revolutionaries building the better food system of tomorrow. Outlaw Ventures is in the process of raising a venture capital fund to invest in early-stage regenerative co...
2024-10-0959 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#80 - Samuel Taylor @ Long Table - Next-Gen Pancakes From Regeneratively-Grown, Heirloom GrainsOn this episode, we have Samuel Taylor who is the Founder and CEO of Long Table.
Long Table is supporting regenerative agriculture with their pancake and waffle mixes made with regeneratively grown heirloom grains.
In this episode, we learn how Samuel went from actor to CPG Founder due to the combination of a pancake obsession and an acrobatic love interest. He details how the brand went from the farmers market to appearing on Shark Tank, and he shares why regenerative, stone-milled, heirloom grains are a game-changer in terms of flavor, nutrition, and environmental impact.
2024-07-261h 09
ReGen Brands Podcast#79 - Ben Mand @ Guayakí - Guayakí’s Market Driven Regeneration™On this episode, we have Ben Mand who is the CEO at Guayakí.
Guayakí is supporting regenerative agriculture with their various yerba mate-based products that are farmed in regenerative organic systems.
Yerba mate is a tree of the holly family that is native to the Atlantic Forest of South America, and the consumption of yerba mate is related to the unique relationship between Indigenous Peoples and their forest environments developed over millennia.
On this episode, we learn how Ben has satisfied his appetite for impact across a wide array of brands, and he sha...
2024-07-191h 18
ReGen Brands Podcast#77 - Jacob Muise @ Maui Nui Venison - Managing Maui’s Invasive Axis Deer For Regenerative OutcomesOn this episode, we have Jacob Muise who is a Co-Founder and the CEO of Maui Nui Venison.
Maui Nui Venison is supporting regenerative agriculture with its lineup of venison products made from wild-harvesting the invasive Axis deer population on the island of Maui.
Maui Nui Venison is the most nutrient-rich, and protein-dense red meat on the planet. Their stress-free, wild-harvesting methods ethically and responsibly manage the invasive Axis deer population of Maui in an effort to restore ecological balance to the island.
In this episode, we lea...
2024-06-281h 21
ReGen Brands Podcast#76 - Newtopia Now Preview with New Hope NetworkOn this episode, we have Jessica Rubino and Douglas Brown from New Hope Network. Jessica serves as the Vice President of Content and Douglas serves as a Senior Retail Reporter & Analyst.
New Hope Network’s purpose is to cultivate a prosperous high-integrity CPG and retail ecosystem that creates health, joy, and justice for all people while regenerating the planet. New Hope Network is at the forefront of the natural, organic, and conscious products industry. With solutions for the complete supply chain, including manufacturers, retailers, distributors, service providers, ingredient suppliers, media, and investors, New Hope Network off...
2024-06-211h 02
ReGen Brands Podcast#75 - Ladd Wahlen @ Roots Potato Chips - Single-Origin & Regeneratively-Farmed Potato ChipsOn this episode, we have Ladd Wahlen who is a fourth-generation potato farmer and Co-Owner of Roots Potato Chips.
Roots Potato Chips is supporting regenerative agriculture with its lineup of single-origin, regeneratively farmed potato chip products.
In this episode, we learn how a college research project catapulted Ladd into his regenerative journey, how radically different his farming operation is from his conventional potato peers, and what its been like to go from farmer to also potato chip manufacturer and CPG brand operator.
Ladd’s farm is proving that y...
2024-06-141h 05
ReGen Brands Podcast#74 - Johnny Hunter @ Castor River Habitat & Farm - Trial By Fire & Salvation By RegenerationOn this episode, we have Johnny Hunter who is a third-generation farmer and the President of Castor River Habitat & Farm.
Castor River Habitat & Farm is supporting regenerative agriculture with its lineup of rice products grown on their own farm and produced in their on-farm milling facility.
In this episode, we learn about the Hunter family’s deep agricultural roots, how Johnny was forced to go regen after ‘hitting rock bottom’ in 2012, and how the brand has grown since its inception in 2018.
Johnny is a masterful storyteller and this epis...
2024-06-071h 16
ReGen Brands Podcast#73 - Allie O'Brien @ Harmless Harvest - Why Regen Is The Right Thing To Do AND Better For BusinessOn this episode, we have Allie O’Brien who is the Vice President of Marketing at Harmless Harvest.
Harmless Harvest is supporting regenerative agriculture with its Regenerative Organic Certified® coconut supply chain which is now making its way into label claims across their product portfolio.
In this episode, we learn about Harmless’ unique supply chain in Thailand sourcing the nam hom coconut, their work implementing regenerative practices on the ground through their ReCAP program, how their regenerative organic sourcing is coming to life in product marketing today and in the future, plus th...
2024-05-3158 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#72 - Alison Czeczuga & Zach West @ Gaia Herbs - Implementing Regen On Their Home Farm & BeyondOn this episode, we have Alison Czeczuga and Zach West from Gaia Herbs. Alison serves as the Director of Social Impact and Sustainability while Zach serves as the Farm Operations Manager.
Gaia Herbs is supporting regenerative agriculture with their 250-acre Regenerative Organic Certified® farm in North Carolina and their more than 200+ SKUs that contain various Regenerative Organic Certified® ingredients.
In this episode, we learn how this natural channel supplement leader has developed, implemented, and expanded their regenerative strategy plus how they’re betting that tying regen to product quality and consumer wellne...
2024-05-171h 12
ReGen Brands Podcast#70 - Briana Buckles @ Yogi Tea - Embracing The Complexity In Regenerating Global Tea Supply ChainsOn this episode, we have Briana Buckles who is the Global Senior Sustainability Manager at Yogi Tea.
Yogi Tea is supporting regenerative agriculture with 9 global projects dedicated to increasing regenerative agriculture adoption in the supply chain for their Yogi Tea and Choice Organics brands.
Yogi has been around for more than 50 years, produces over 70 SKUs, and sources more than 150 ingredients from over 40 different countries. Their products are stocked across thousands of retailers in North America and Europe.
In this episode, Briana shares her 5-year journey trailblazing new rege...
2024-05-031h 15
ReGen Brands Podcast#69 - Matthieu Kohlmeyer @ La Tourangelle - Can Cooking Oils Go Regen?On this episode, we have Matthieu Kohlmeyer who is the Founder and CEO of La Tourangelle.
La Tourangelle is a French-American family-owned & operated culinary oil maker. They’re currently supporting regenerative agriculture with their Regenerative Organic Certified® Sunflower Oil and their soon-to-be-released regenerative olive oil.
In this episode, Matthieu shares La Tourangelle’s 20-year history as a CPG brand and 150-year history producing artisan oils, he shares what makes their production and packaging unique from other players in the category, and he also details their future plans to support regenerative agriculture.
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2024-04-261h 16
ReGen Brands Podcast#68 - Jared Simon @ Manitoba Harvest - Regen Strategy For North America’s Leading Hemp Food BrandOn this episode, we have Jared Simon who is the CEO at Manitoba Harvest.
Manitoba Harvest is North America’s leading hemp food brand, and they’re supporting regenerative agriculture with their recently released Regenerative Organic Certified® Hemp Hearts.
In this episode, Jared breaks down how hemp is grown and some of the agronomic differences between conventional, organic, and regenerative organic cultivation. Jared also shares how Manitoba Harvest is developing their commercial strategy around regenerative and what this means for both their branded business and B2B ingredient business.
Ja...
2024-04-191h 09
ReGen Brands Podcast#67 - Blaine & Brooks Hitzfield @ Seven Sons - Scaling Regen Meat To 75,000 DTC Orders A YearOn this episode, we have Blaine & Brooks Hitzfield from Seven Sons. Blaine is the CEO while Brooks serves as the COO.
Seven Sons is supporting regenerative agriculture with its direct-to-consumer meat business that sells regeneratively raised beef, bison, pork, and chicken as well as seafood and other snack items.
Seven Sons sources their regeneratively raised meat products from their own 550-acre farm in Roanoke, Indiana, and from other regenerative farmers around the Midwest.
In this episode, we hear how the family farm transitioned from a conventional hog oper...
2024-04-121h 19
ReGen Brands Podcast#66 - Kyle Krull & Anthony Corsaro - Expo West Recap: Claims, Capital, & The Fallacy of CompetitionOn this episode, Kyle and I are flying solo to bring you some updates and thoughts coming out of Expo West.
For those who don’t know, Expo West is “the annual Super Bowl of CPG” with over 67,000 attendees this year and a gathering of anyone and everyone working on CPG brands supporting regenerative agriculture - from certifiers, to investors, to the brands themselves, and many more.
Kyle and I spend some time covering our personal highlights, favorite new products, plus the state of the union for CPG capital investment and regenera...
2024-04-051h 11Regen Life PodcastEpisode #13, Can private aviation help with conservation? Guest Michael BarberIn this episode of the podcast we explore the possibilities of private aviation playing a role in land and nature conservation with our guest Michael Barber.
2024-02-2036 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#63 - Nick Wiseman @ Little Sesame - Winning At Retail With Regen HummusOn this episode, we have Nick Wiseman who is a Co-Founder and the CEO of Little Sesame.
Little Sesame is supporting regenerative agriculture with its lineup of organic and regeneratively farmed hummus products that includes a flavor lineup of Smooth Classic, Jammy Tomato, Caramelized Onion, Herby Jalapeño, and the newly launched Preserved Lemon.
In this episode, we learn how Nick and his team pivoted Little Sesame from restaurant to retail during COVID, the “freshly-spun” difference that makes their hummus unique, and Little Sesame’s explosive growth strategy and results.
2024-02-161h 12
ReGen Brands Podcast#62 - Joséphine Bournonville @ Omie - France's Radically Transparent Regenerative LeaderOn this episode, we have Joséphine Bournonville who is a Co-Founder and the COO at Omie.
Omie is supporting regenerative agriculture with its lineup of more than 200 French pantry staples that are sourced from regenerative farmers.
Omie’s agri-engineers work with over 40 manufacturers and 200 farmers to bring this vast assortment to life. Farming operations are audited with a Regenerative Index score then Omie works with the operators to create a roadmap for improvement and further regenerative practice adoption. All of their products are given a Planet Score, with more than 90% of th...
2024-02-091h 03
ReGen Brands Podcast#61 - Jay Albany @ Wide Open Agriculture - Regenerating The Western Australian Wheat BeltOn this episode, we have Jay Albany who is the CEO of Wide Open Agriculture.
Wide Open Agriculture is Australia's leading regenerative food and agriculture company and operates 3 distinct enterprises. Under the name Dirty Clean Food, they operate a direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform that sells 300 different regenerative and artisan products directly to wholesale customers and individual consumers. They’ve also launched a line of branded, oat-milk-based CPG products under the Dirty Clean Food name as well.
WOA is focusing its future growth on its third enterprise - producing and supplying Buntine Protein® create...
2024-02-021h 12
ReGen Brands Podcast#60 - Rafaela Gontijo Lenz @ NUU - Brazilian Cheese Bread Goes RegenerativeOn this episode, we have Rafaela Gontijo Lenz who is the Founder and CEO at NUU.
NUU is supporting regenerative agriculture with its lineup of regenerative, cassava-based foods that includes cheese bread, chees bread pizza, tapioca sticks, and more. These items are sold in over 1,500 retail and foodservice points of sale in Brazil.
In this episode, we learn how Rafaela was inspired to leave her job at Johnson & Johnson to start a cheese bread company supporting smallholder farmers, her regenerative awakening and NUU’s regenerative journey, and their recent 4 million dollar fund...
2024-01-261h 14
Podcast – Soon to be Bride088 – Hochzeit im Regen: 3 VorteileIn dieser Podcast-Episode beleuchte ich ein Thema, das vermutlich vielen zukünftigen Brautpaaren bei der Hochzeitsplanung Sorgenfalten bereitet: Regen am Hochzeitstag. Doch auch wenn sich während der Hochzeitsvorbereitungen vermutlich niemand Regen zur Hochzeit wünscht – er kann euren großen Tag auf unerwartete Weise bereichern. Wenn die Wetterprognose also Regen vorhersagt, lass‘ den Kopf nicht hängen und finde heraus, warum eine Hochzeit im Regen möglicherweise genau das ist, was eure Feier besonders macht!
Diese Episode basiert auf dem Blogbeitrag: Hochzeit im Regen: 3 Vorteile
Blogbeitrag: Wie eure Hochzeit im Freien bei jedem Wetter gelingt
Blogbeitrag...
2024-01-0209 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#56 - Kyle Koehler @ Wildway - Transitioning An 11-Year Old Brand To 100% ROC™On this episode, we have Kyle Koehler who is the Founder and CEO at Wildway.
Wildway is supporting regenerative agriculture with its commitment to transition its entire product portfolio to Regenerative Organic Certified®, beginning with a 4-SKU lineup of Planet Friendly Oats and a 3-SKU lineup of Coconut Chips.
In this episode, we learn about Kyle’s 11-year journey bootstrapping Wildway from the farmers’ market to a nationally distributed and profitable brand, Kyle shares his inspiration for taking the brand fully regenerative organic and the immense challenges that has created, plus he also...
2023-11-241h 19
ReGen Brands Podcast#55 - Monique Hypes & Marie Krane @ Tomato Bliss - Saving The Heirloom Tomato From ExtinctionOn this episode, we have Monique Hypes and Marie Krane who are the Co-Founders of Tomato Bliss.
Tomato Bliss is on a mission to “save the heirloom tomato from extinction” with their line of heirloom tomato soups that are made with tomatoes grown on their certified Regenified™ farm in Southwest Michigan.
In this episode, we learn why tomato farming became Marie’s chosen form of activism, how she found Monique to help Tomato Bliss become more than just a farmers market brand, and the strategies they’re using to grow both supply and demand for regeneratively...
2023-11-171h 13
ReGen Brands Podcast#54 - Cody Hopkins @ Grass Roots Farmers’ Cooperative - Regen Co-Op Selling 7 Species Of LivestockOn this episode, we have Cody Hopkins who is the CEO and Founding Farmer at Grass Roots Farmers’ Cooperative.
Grass Roots is supporting regenerative agriculture with its 7-species lineup of meat products.
In this episode, we learn why Cody was inspired to start the Co-Op after being a small-scale poultry farmer, what makes their business model and corporate structure unique, and how Heifer International and Heifer USA have been important partners along the way.
Episode Highlights:
👏 Why Cody started the Co-Op after being a small poultry farmer
🧑🌾 Being vertically integrated an...
2023-11-101h 15
ReGen Brands Podcast#50 - Matt Maier @ Thousand Hills Lifetime Grazed - A 20-Year Winning Formula For Regenerative BeefOn this episode, we have Matt Maier who is the Founder, Owner, and Chief Grass Farmer at Thousand Hills Lifetime Grazed.
Thousand Hills is supporting regenerative agriculture with its vast array of fresh and value-added 100% grass-fed, grass-finished, and regenerative beef products.
In this episode, we learn about Matt’s background as a CPG brand manager and marketing consultant and the trip back home to the family farm that inspired him to start a better beef brand. Matt shares the 20-year journey of Thousand Hills Lifetime Grazed that has led them to recently become the number one...
2023-10-131h 03
ReGen Brands Podcast#49 - Rachael Petach @ Current Cassis - Regenerative Blackcurrant Adult BeveragesOn this episode, we have Rachael Petach who is the Founder and CEO at C. Cassis.
C. Cassis, also know as Current Cassis, is supporting regenerative agriculture with its growing lineup of products made from blackcurrants grown in Northeast, regenerative, agroforestry systems. Right now, the product lineup includes two alcoholic beverages: a bottled Liqueur and a ready-to-drink, sparkling, blackcurrant cocktail.
In this episode, we learn about how Rachael started the brand in her Brooklyn apartment, why blackcurrants were federally illegal for decades and what brought them back, and how C. Cassis is planning to use a...
2023-10-061h 06
ReGen Brands Podcast#48 - Will Burke @ Sol Simple - Connecting 1,200 Smallholder Farmers To A Better MarketOn this episode, we have Will Burke who is the Founder and CEO at Sol Simple.
Sol Simple is supporting regenerative agriculture with its Regenerative Organic Certified® dried tropical fruit products and broader ecosystem of enterprises working with 1,200 smallholder farmers in Nicaragua.
In this episode, we learn about Will’s journey from educator to entrepreneur and why he had to build multiple businesses and tons of infrastructure to support the commercialization activities of his farmer partners.
Episode Highlights:
🎒 Will’s transition from educator to entrepreneur
🥭 How his wife inspired their focus...
2023-09-291h 23
ReGen Brands Podcast#47 - Jason Freeman @ Farmer Direct Organic - Building Regen Organic Grain RotationsOn this episode, we have Jason Freeman who is the CEO of Farmer Direct Organic.
Farmer Direct Organic is supporting regenerative agriculture with its oats, beans, lentils, and pea products that are all certified organic with a growing selection transitioning to Regenerative Organic Certified®.
In this episode, we learn about the brand's journey from being the sales arm of a three-farmer Canadian Co-Op to a nationally distributed brand working with more than 60 organic farmers in Canada, the US, and Mexico. Jason gives a peak behind the curtain on organic grain production and how their brand i...
2023-09-221h 18Regen Life PodcastEpisode #1, Intro to the ReGen Life PodcastThis is a podcast about land, real estate, regenerative agriculture, conservation and anything else we like to talk about. In this first episode, meet our team and learn more about them and what they are in to.
2023-09-2118 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#45 - Kyle Krull & Anthony Corsaro - The Biggest Problems Facing ReGen Brands & What We’re Building To Help Solve ThemOn this episode, we have your two favorite podcast hosts: Kyle Krull and Anthony Corsaro.
It has been 29 episodes since we jammed out together without a guest and it definitely felt like the perfect time to do it again. It was not planned but it was perfectly timed.
Similar to Episode 16, we spend a great deal of time breaking down all the things we’ve learned from all 44 episodes, 42 blogs, and more than 1,000 conversations we’ve had collectively with and about regenerative brands.
Quite simply, we talk about the biggest problems facing regenerative bran...
2023-08-281h 15
ReGen Brands Podcast#43 - Ash Glover-Ganapathiraju @ Ojaswe - South Asian-Inspired, Regenerative Chickpea PancakesOn this episode, we have Ash Glover-Ganapathiraju who is the Founder and CEO at Ojaswe.
Ojaswe is supporting regenerative agriculture with their lineup of pantry staple items like pancake and muffin mix made with regeneratively grown chickpeas.
In this episode, we learn about how Ojaswe’s product mix is truly farmer-first and regeneratively inspired, Ash shares how being a queer, BIPOC, and immigrant founder has shaped her journey, her brand, and her products, plus we dive deep into the most urgent issue facing the immediate and long-term future of regenerative brands.
Episode Highlights:...
2023-08-111h 11
ReGen Brands Podcast#42 - Courtney Boyd Myers @ AKUA - Spongebob's Favorite Regenerative Kelp BurgerOn this episode, we have Courtney Boyd Myers who is the Founder & CEO of AKUA.
AKUA is supporting regenerative agriculture with their lineup of frozen, plant-based meat alternatives like burgers, crab cakes, and ground meat that are all made with regeneratively farmed kelp.
In this episode, we learn how the brand pivoted from shelf-stable kelp jerky into frozen household mainstays, their exciting new partnership with Nickelodeon & Spongebob, plus Courtney shares her operating and fundraising journey as a mother and female founder.
Episode Highlights:
😡 How changing her Dad’s diet inspired her
2023-08-041h 03
ReGen Brands Podcast#41 - Ashley Walsh @ Pocono Organics - The World's First Regenerative Organic Certified® HempOn this episode, we have Ashley Walsh who is the Founder and President of Pocono Organics.
Pocono Organics is supporting regenerative agriculture with their 380-acre Regenerative Organic Certified® farm producing fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, microgreens, and a myriad of hemp-based CPG products.
In this episode, we learn about Ashley’s health journey with gastroparesis that inspired the farm, their farm’s journey into the myriad of enterprises they are running on-site, and their growing CBD-infused CPG lineup that they are currently scaling.
Episode Highlights:
🤤 Enjoying a CBD-infused “marsh-mellow”
👎 Ashley’s health journey wi...
2023-07-281h 08
ReGen Brands Podcast#40 - Andres Izquieta & Juan Jaramillo @ Chiki Chiki Boom Boom - Regen "Reggaeton In A Bottle"On this episode, we have Andres & Juan, the Co-Founders of Chiki Chiki Boom Boom.
Chiki Chiki Boom Boom is supporting regenerative agriculture with their line of enhanced water beverages packed with regenerative and organic botanicals.
They market the product to consumers as “Reggaeton In A Bottle” and a tool to “Regenerate Your Body.”
In this episode, we learn about Chiki’s regenerative organic farm in the “Valley of Longevity” in Ecudaor, Andres schools us on how the brand architecture was built to encompass Reggaeton, authentic Latin flavors and culture, plus lofty sustainability goals. And, we dive d...
2023-07-211h 08
ReGen Brands Podcast#39 - Holly & John Arbuckle @ Singing Pastures - Wildly Regenerative Pork SnacksOn this episode, we have Holly & John Arbuckle who are the Co-Founders of Singing Pastures.
Singing Pastures is supporting regenerative agriculture with their regenerative, pastured-pork snack sticks and soon-to-launch salami products.
In this episode, Holly & John share why creating a CPG brand was their path toward an adequate farming livelihood, we learn all about their unique pork program which is “wildly regenerative”, and we discuss what the regenerative community has to do in the future to be successful.
Episode Highlights:
🐖 Creating the first nationally available pastured pork stick
💫 The importance...
2023-07-071h 19
ReGen Brands Podcast#38 - Craig Camp @ Troon Vineyard - Wine's Regenerative, Gold StandardOn this episode, we have Craig Camp who is the General Manager at Troon Vineyard.
Troon Vineyard is a Regenerative Organic Certified and Demeter Biodynamic Certified vineyard and wine brand. It is one of only 4 farms in the world to hold the distinction of being Regenerative Organic Certified® at the Gold level.
In this episode, we learn about Craig’s lifetime love affair with wine and how he landed at Troon. He details the vineyard’s journey from a conventionally-farmed, lifeless plot of land to an abundant and biodiverse ecosystem. Plus, we learn about the nuanc...
2023-06-301h 06
ReGen Brands Podcast#37 - Michael Ham @ Wild Orchard - The World's First ROC TeaOn this episode, we have Michael Ham who is the Co-Founder and President at Wild Orchard.
Wild Orchard is the world’s first Regenerative Organic Certified® tea brand and boasts 27 SKUs of tea products.
In this episode, we learn about the incredibly unique growing conditions for Wild Orchard’s teas on Jeju Island in South Korea. Michael gives us a deep dive education on the wild differences between Wild Orchard’s products and the conventional tea industry. Plus, we talk about opportunities to bring regenerative brands to market through leading “tastemaker” channels like MICHELIN Star restaurants...
2023-06-231h 10
ReGen Brands Podcast#36 - Susan Buckwalter @ Recoup - Next-Gen Regen HydrationOn this episode, we have Susan Buckwalter who is one of the Co-Founders of Recoup.
Recoup is an all-natural, ginger-powered hydration beverage with regenerative organic maple water as its lead ingredient. Recoup is also the first beverage brand to be Regenerative Organic Certified® across its entire product portfolio.
In this episode, we learn about Susan’s Co-Founder Siwat and the homemade health remedies that inspired Recoup’s creation. Susan spends time teaching us about the hydration and wellness power combo of maple water and ginger. Plus, we take a deep dive into all things branding, market...
2023-06-161h 06
ReGen Brands Podcast#35 - Brita & Bryce Lundberg @ Lundberg Family Farms - Four Generations of Regenerative RiceOn this episode, we have Brita & Bryce Lundberg of Lundberg Family Farms who are a father daughter duo representing the third and fourth generations of their family business.
Lundberg Family Farms is supporting regenerative agriculture with their organic and regenerative organic rice and quinoa products that now includes 107 total SKUs.
In this episode, we learn about how the Lundbergs got their start farming rice in California, how market opportunities through brands have guided their pursuit of organic and regenerative organic farming, and the big goals they have to certify all of their rice Regenerative Organic...
2023-06-091h 10
ReGen Brands Podcast#33 - Pat Schnettler @ 12 Tides - These Kelp Chips Regenerate The OceanOn this episode, we have Pat Schnettler who is one of the Co-Founders of 12 Tides.
12 Tides is supporting regenerative aquaculture with its kelp chips made from regenerative and organic kelp farmed in Maine & Alaska.
In this episode, we learn about Pat’s deep family roots in conservation and his personal journey that inspired the creation of 12 Tides, and Pat educates us on how the company has already sold over 1 million bags of kelp chips.
Episode Highlights:
🌊 Pat’s deep family ties in conservation + journey in seafood
💰 Why we need brands to d...
2023-05-261h 03
ReGen Brands Podcast#31 - Jordan Rubin @ Ancient Nutrition - Saving The World With SupplementsOn this episode, we have Jordan Rubin who is a Co-Founder and the CEO @ Ancient Nutrition.
Ancient Nutrition is supporting regenerative agriculture with its regenerative organic certified farms in Missouri and Tennessee and the company’s various superfood supplement products. Their mission is to save the world with superfoods.
In this episode, we learn about Jordan’s personal health journey and his experiences as a two-time founder in the natural and organic supplement space. We take a deep dive into the countless regenerative initiatives that Ancient Nutrition is pioneering both on their farms and in thei...
2023-05-121h 14
ReGen Brands Podcast#30 - Joe Carr @ Serenity Kids - Bringing Regen Meat 2 The Baby AisleOn this episode, we have Joe Carr who is a Co-Founder and the President @ Serenity Kids
Serenity Kids is supporting regenerative agriculture with their various regenerative and organic baby and children’s food products like their veggie and meat baby food pouches, dairy-free smoothies, grain-free puffs, and A2 formula.
In this episode, we learn about Joe and his wife Serenity’s personal health journey that led them to a paleo lifestyle and the idea to create the first paleo baby food, Joe educates us on how they’ve had regenerative sourcing in mind from the beginn...
2023-05-051h 10
ReGen Brands Podcast#29 - Briana Warner @ Atlantic Sea Farms - Is Kelp The World's Most Regenerative Food?On this episode, we have Bri Warner who is the CEO @ Atlantic Sea Farms
Atlantic Sea Farms is supporting regenerative agriculture with its various regenerative seaweed products grown using regenerative aquaculture practices.
In this episode, we learn about the deep fishermen livelihood and economic development vision driving the company, we get educated on what makes growing seagrass regenerative, and we discuss with Bri how we can scale vertically integrated, regenerative, and women-run businesses like Atlantic Sea Farms and others.
Episode Highlights:
🤯 The endless ways we can eat and use seaweed
💥...
2023-04-281h 21
ReGen Brands Podcast#28 - Sean Smith @ Third Street - Helping Brands Take "The Third Street"AC chats with Sean Smith @ Third Street
Third Street is supporting regenerative agriculture by partnering with regenerative brands in their creative efforts like branding, marketing, advertising, and much more.
In this episode, we learn about why Third Street refers to itself as an “attention agency,” how they have partnered with various CPGs, their epic rebrand for SunFed Ranch, and we explore tons of marketing and branding opportunities for regen brands at large.
Episode Highlights:
🥳 Introducing our FIRST-EVER Sponsor: Third Street
🤩 What is an “Attention Agency”
🤝 Why all business is not B...
2023-04-2652 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#27 - Emily Griffith @ Lil Bucks - Building America's Buckwheat BrandOn this episode, we have Emily Griffith who is the Founder & CEO @ Lil Bucks
Lil Bucks is supporting regenerative agriculture with its various organic and regenerative organic sprouted buckwheat products.
In this episode, we learn about Emily’s international inspiration to bring a thriving buckwheat market to the US and Emily takes us behind the scenes on her 5-year journey of growing the business through a pandemic, trade wars, regular wars, and massive global supply chain headwinds.
Episode Highlights:
🦘 The international inspiration for Lil Bucks
😎 Nutritional and agronomic benefits of buckw...
2023-04-211h 11
ReGen Brands Podcast#25 - Hoda Mohajerani @ Chakra Chai - A CPG Based On ConsciousnessKyle and AC chat with Hoda Mohajerani @ Chakra Chai
Chakra Chai is supporting regenerative agriculture with its alchemical truffles and superfood elixirs that activate and nourish the 7 chakras of the body with formulas rooted in ayurvedic medicine.
In this episode, we learn about the consciousness behind Chakra Chai’s products, Hoda’s spiritual and personal journey that led to the creation of the company, and how we need to dig deeper into “regenerative” and think about fundamentally shifting from existing, extractive systems.
Episode Highlights:
✨ What is Chakra Chai and the chakras of the body...
2023-04-071h 07
ReGen Brands Podcast#24 - Stephen Smith @ Onda - Regenerative, Slow-Infusion Hemp MedicineKyle and AC chat with Stephen Smith @ Onda
Onda is supporting regenerative agriculture with its regenerative, whole-plant, and full-spectrum hemp products that include oils, tinctures, capsules, and topicals.
In this episode, we learn about Stephen’s wild journey in regenerative agriculture that led to the creation of Onda, we get educated on the major differences between the vast majority of hemp cultivation and Onda’s regenerative model, and we talk about key drivers and tools for shifting our world to a regenerative paradigm long-term.
Episode Highlights:
😍 AC’s obsession with Onda Body Balm...
2023-03-311h 11
ReGen Brands Podcast#23 - Juan Pablo Guzman @ Artisan Tropic - Trade Up Your ChipKyle and AC chat with Juan Guzman at Artisan Tropic
Artisan Tropic is supporting regenerative agriculture with its chip products made from plantain and cassava.
In this episode, we learn about the family origins of Artisan Tropic, the design and implementation process behind their regenerative transition, their plans for the future, and Juan’s thoughts on scaling regenerative agriculture.
Episode Highlights:
😷 The autoimmune diagnosis that sparked the brand
💯 Being 100% family-owned and operated
⚽ Juan working on the brand while playing pro soccer
🎨 Designing their regenerative transition with Terra Ge...
2023-03-241h 09
ReGen Brands Podcast#22 - Paul Lightfoot @ Patagonia Provisions - Architecting Regenerative Supply ChainsAC chats with Paul Lightfoot at Patagonia Provisions
Patagonia Provisions is the food arm of Patagonia where they are building regenerative supply chains and products with the goal of “saving our home planet”
In this episode, we learn about the origins of Provisions and their plans for the next evolution of the business. Plus, we talk to Paul about Provisions’ role as a supply chain architect to help scale regeneratively produced products to commercial success.
Episode Highlights:
🌏 Their mission to save our home planet through food
🎯 Their new product development...
2023-03-1048 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#20 - Francisco Pergola @ Cheddies - The Regenerative Cheez-It®AC and Kyle chat with Francisco Pergola of Cheddies
Cheddies is supporting regenerative agriculture with its cheese crackers made with regenerative cheddar cheese
In this episode, we learn about Cheddie’s origin story, why they decided to start sourcing regenerative cheese, and their big plans for the future.
Episode Highlights:
🤒 Why Cheddies started by selling to hospitals and health clinics
🙈 How they snuck into HEB to pitch a buyer
😂 The coincidental demo that landed them Hy-Vee
💯 How and why they transitioned to regen cheese
⏰ Why the ne...
2023-02-241h 10
ReGen Brands Podcast#18 - Dax Hansen @ Oatman Farms - A Southwestern, Regenerative Wheat RevolutionAC and Kyle chat with Dax Hansen of Oatman Farms.
Oatman Farms is supporting regenerative agriculture through its portfolio of regenerative organic baking mixes that are made with heritage and drought-resistant wheat varieties.
In this episode, we learn how Dax started Oatman Farms to save his family ranch, their plans to grow the brand and regen consumption at large, and probably most importantly, we dive into “how what we grow where” is just as important as “how we grow it.”
Episode Highlights:
🏜️ The rich history of Oatman Flats Ranch and Dax’s battle to sav...
2023-02-101h 06
ReGen Brands Podcast#17 - Tucker Garrison @ Imlak'esh Organics & CHi Foods - Indigenous Wisdom & Regen Plant-Based MeatAC and Kyle chat with Tucker Garrison of Imlak’esh Organics & CHi Foods.
These two organizations are supporting regenerative agriculture through a variety of superfood offerings from Imlak’esh and the first-ever certified organic plant-based meat from CHi Foods. In this episode, we learn about Tucker’s journey living with and learning from various indigenous peoples and how it inspired him to start a CPG company. We learn about the Sacha Inchi nut, which is a regenerative, perennial superfood that powers both of these brands. Tucker is a true joy to spend time with, and we’re excited...
2023-02-0358 min
Secrets of the Soil Podcast with Regen Ray54: Regenerating Our Soils and Ourselves: A Conversation with 'Regen Ray' Milidoni hosted by Alex WoodThis podcast was originally recorded for The Symbiosis Podcast you can watch more interviews like this hosted by Alex Wood. Go give him a new soil lover subscriber! Who is Alex Wood? Alex Wood started Future Growers with the goal of creating a resilient food supply system by promoting local food production, using regenerative agriculture, and improving the farming sector. He is currently studying agricultural science at the University of Melbourne and aims to provide affordable and nutritionally dense food to as many people as possible while also improving the profit margins of farmers...
2023-01-311h 28
ReGen Brands Podcast#16 - What We’ve Learned & What’s NextAC and Kyle sit down to talk about their 4 key takeaways from the first 15 episodes and what is to come from the podcast in 2023.
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2023-01-2741 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#12 - Justin Mares @ Kettle & FireAC and Kyle chat with Justin Mares of Kettle & Fire. They dive into Justin’s journey from tech employee to CPG entrepreneur, how he built Kettle & Fire from scratch, and how they put together the regenerative supply chain for their 2 regen, broth SKU’s
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Instagram
LinkedIn
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2022-10-0356 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#10 - Tim Richards @ Philosopher FoodsAC and Kyle chat with Tim Richards of Philosopher Foods. They talk about Tim’s nutritional awakening in college and how that inspired his company, the problem with conventional almonds and what can be done to make them more sustainable, and all the ins and outs of building a ReGen Brand in the nut butter category of CPG.
Links:
Website
LinkedIn
Instagram
Additional Resources:
Philosopher’s WeFunder Campaign
Ecdysis Foundation Almond Studies
Jimbo’s S.O.I.L. Program
What Your Food A...
2022-09-161h 03
ReGen Brands Podcast#7 - Daniela Jensen @ Big Picture FoodsAC and Kyle chat with Daniela Jensen of Big Picture Foods. Daniela details how vastly different Big Picture’s regenerative products are from their conventional counterparts, how she and her husband Chris started the business, and what lies ahead for both their work at Big Picture and ReGen Brands at large.
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2022-08-291h 02
ReGen Brands Podcast#5 - Alec Jaffe @ Alec’s Ice CreamAC and Kyle chat with Alec Jaffe of Alec’s Ice Cream. Alec details how his life-long love affair with ice cream turned into Alec’s becoming the first certified regenerative ice cream brand in the world. We learn why regenerative and A2 dairy is better for people & planet, and we explore what the future holds for Alec’s and ReGen brands at large.
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2022-08-1253 min
ReGen Brands Podcast#4 - Meghan & Keith Rowe @ White Leaf ProvisionsAC and Kyle chat with Meghan and Keith Rowe of White Leaf Provisions. The Rowe’s discuss why they started a regen baby food brand, the differences between ReGen Ag in Europe and the US, and their future plans to “regenerate your pantry” by building White Leaf into a family brand with staple products across multiple categories.
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2022-08-051h 02
ReGen Brands Podcast#0 - Why ReGen Brands? Why Us? Why Now?Welcome to the first episode of the ReGen Brands Podcast! Join Kyle and AC as they talk all about regenerative agriculture, why you should care about it, and all the positive benefits it can bring to the world. You’ll learn each of their stories and how health issues fueled a passion for better food production practices that influences the work they do every day.
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2022-07-1556 min
regen|podcastsCommunity Energy Podcast - Spring GatheringChloe Uden speaks to Jodie Giles and others at The Community Energy Spring Gathering and we see how bringing these groups together to share knowledge, advice and experience is vital to supporting a move to a more democratic, decentralised energy system.
Regen's Community Energy Accelerator was a three year project funded by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, and aimed to speed up the delivery of community energy. Regen did this by running a network of over 200 community energy groups and providing one-one technical and engagement support to 32 communities in our network.
Regen's work enables community energy groups to share learning a...
2018-01-1426 min