Tag: regenerative agriculture

Regenerative Food Systems Investment Forum: Realities of a Farmland Deal

Written by Claire Mesesan on . Posted in Events.

Join us on an insightful journey into the world of organic and regenerative agriculture at the upcoming Regenerative Food Systems Investment Forum, September 26th-27th in Denver, CO. On Tuesday, the 26th, our CEO, Chris Zuehlsdorff, will be taking the stage at 11:55 AM MT alongside Cindy Tolle of Evergreen Ranching & Livestock. At this presentation, we’ll be discussing how we curate financing solutions tailored to the needs of farmers and ranchers, and how that capital is activated...

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Central Grazing Co: Catalyzing land restoration by building an alternative lamb market

Written by Claire Mesesan on . Posted in Investment News, News & Media.

Jacqueline’s child, Liam, stands among the lambs at Central Grazing Co Jacqueline Smith of Central Grazing Company is instigating food systems change in Northeastern Kansas and beyond. In 2023, Central Grazing will sell approximately 2,000 lambs. These lambs are sourced from Jacqueline’s farm as well as from several other regenerative sheep farms in Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Idaho. The Central Grazing network of sheep farmers regenerate depleted soils through...

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Iroquois Valley presented at the 2021 Regenerative Food Systems Investment Forum

Written by Claire Mesesan on . Posted in Events.

The 2021 Regenerative Food Systems Investment (RFSI) Forum was held September 28-29 in Oakland, CA, and we were honored to have two of our staff members present at the conference. The RFSI Forum catalyzes conversation, advances education, and drives increased investment in regenerative agriculture and food, and attendees include global stakeholders that are committed to transforming our food system. Our key takeaways from the conference include:  Reflecting on questions posed at the...

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The Promises & Perils of Regenerative Agriculture

Written by Claire Mesesan on . Posted in What We're Reading.

Photo by Cornelia Li One of the most common questions we get asked is whether we differentiate between regenerative agriculture and organic agriculture when financing our farms. Our standard response is that the term “regenerative agriculture” is still in development and does not have a definition that is agreed upon across the industry. In contrast, we believe the USDA Organic certification offers a clear and comprehensive basis for farmers to participate and be distinguished in the marketplace.  That...

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From the field: Farming regeneratively at Singing Pastures Farm

Written by Claire Mesesan on . Posted in What We're Reading.

This piece originally appeared in a newsletter and is shared with permission from the Arbuckles at Singing Pastures. Iroquois Valley provided mortgage financing to the Arbuckles to establish their operation in Maine. Singing Pastures has deep roots in farming. It’s not just a job, it’s a commitment to food and the global community we serve. We want to do the most good possible.  We’ve decided that “sustainable” isn’t good enough. We want to be regenerative. In...

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