The Library

The bigger picture

A curated archive of stories on regenerative farming, natural farming, worm farming and food security. These are the ideas behind our work — gathered so more people can see why recycling organic waste, and rebuilding soil, matters.

Articles link out to their original publishers. Summaries are our own.

InternationalJun 2026

Economic and environmental benefits of regenerative agriculture vary by region

A Wageningen University study of 40 European farms found regenerative agriculture's economic and environmental gains depend heavily on local conditions, calling for farm-specific transition strategies.

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InternationalJun 2026

SAI Platform unveils regenerative agriculture framework backed by global food companies

The SAI Platform's 'Regenerating Together' programme — backed by 40+ companies including Nestlé and McCain — sets a verification system for regenerative crop, beef and dairy production across 25 countries.

New Food MagazineRead article

InternationalJun 2026

Biochar Now and ATP announce results from Guatemala regenerative agriculture project

A Guatemala demonstration using biochar as a soil amendment reported 90% higher spinach yields and beneficial microbial colonisation on crop roots, supporting biochar's role in soil biology.

PRWebRead article

InternationalJun 2026

Barley, reimagined: Boortmalt's shift to regenerative farming

Global malting company Boortmalt is moving its barley supply chain to regenerative practices in Ireland, France and Argentina, focusing on soil health and farm economics rather than premium pricing.

WBCSDRead article

InternationalJun 2026

Making high residue work in regenerative farming: how to reduce risks and protect yield

Practical strategies for managing crop residue in regenerative systems — balancing soil-health gains against challenges like delayed emergence and pests with flexible, systems-based approaches.

MSU ExtensionRead article

InternationalJun 2026

Regenerative farming 101: what to know if you're making the switch

A primer on the move to regenerative agriculture — minimal tillage, crop rotation and cover cropping — weighing benefits like soil health and lower costs against an adjustment period of up to five years.

Ohio Farm BureauRead article

International~ Jun 2026

Avoid these common pitfalls when considering regenerative ag

An Indiana farmer shares lessons from transitioning to no-till and cover crops — preparing equipment, planning for setbacks, and integrating livestock to feed soil biology.

Farm ProgressRead article

InternationalJun 2026

Why big food is exploring regenerative agriculture

A look at why major food companies are turning to regenerative agriculture across their supply chains — as a way to secure ingredients, cut emissions and build long-term resilience.

CNN BusinessRead article

InternationalJun 2026

Nescafé sources over half its coffee from farmers adopting regenerative agriculture

Nescafé reported sourcing 53% of its green coffee from regenerative farmers in 2025 — backing 100,000+ farmers across 15 countries and cutting supply-chain emissions 18.3% against a 2018 baseline.

NestléRead article

InternationalJun 2026

Here's why regenerative farming is a risk management story, not an ESG story

The case that regenerative farming should be judged as financial risk mitigation: soil degradation creates measurable vulnerabilities, and healthier soil and lower inputs build portfolio resilience.

Global AgInvestingRead article

InternationalJun 2026

Groundswell review: raising a cup to regenerative agriculture

A review of the documentary 'Groundswell', which takes an optimistic view of regenerative farming worldwide as a way to reverse environmental damage and inspire consumer change.

POV MagazineRead article

International~ Jun 2026

Regenerative farming helps this Utah farmer use less water during a dry year

Argyle Acres uses rotational grazing and chicken tractors to build soil that holds far more water — letting the farm cut water use dramatically during Utah's drought while producing healthier meat.

Fox 13 (Salt Lake City)Read article

New ZealandJun 2026

Massey University highlights regenerative agriculture and bioeconomy innovation at Fieldays

Massey showcased Black Soldier Fly larvae that turn organic waste into nutrient-rich fertiliser, greenhouse-gas monitoring tech, and the seven-year Whenua Haumanu regenerative agriculture programme.

Rural News GroupRead article

International~ Jun 2026

Regenerative agriculture awareness climbs as health priorities shift

Consumer awareness of regenerative agriculture nearly doubled in a year, with shoppers ranking personal health and freshness above environmental reasons — and more buying directly from farmers.

Meat+PoultryRead article

New ZealandMay 2026

Look to land and sea for food security

A call to reduce reliance on imported staples and build domestic food resilience from New Zealand's own land and sea as global crises multiply.

NewsroomRead article

New ZealandMay 2026

Fonterra signs global regenerative agriculture declaration of intent

Fonterra joined Unilever, Danone and McCain in backing the SAI Platform's regenerative framework, noting many regenerative practices are already inherent in New Zealand's pasture-based farming.

Farmers WeeklyRead article

InternationalApr 2026

From 'sustainable' to 'regenerative' agriculture: what's in a name?

An argument that regenerative agriculture must be grounded in an environmental ethic — a reciprocal relationship with the land — rather than reduced to a marketable checklist of practices.

The ConversationRead article

New ZealandMar 2026

One in three struggle to buy food — but shame stops many getting help

The NZ Food Network's Hunger Monitor found one in three households faced food insecurity in the past year, with roughly half held back from seeking help by shame or embarrassment.

1NewsRead article

New ZealandMar 2026

Inside Aotearoa's regenerative farming festival

The Underground Festival drew 400 farmers to Waipara for its second year, blending regenerative-farming education with community — a sign the movement is moving into the mainstream.

RNZ Country LifeRead article

New ZealandSep 2025

How to use regenerative agriculture in your own garden

No-dig beds, composting and cover crops let home gardeners build healthier soil — the same principles that improved soil structure and microbial life in a commercial Gisborne trial.

The SpinoffRead article

New ZealandSep 2025

Two years in the soil: lessons from real-life regenerative agriculture trials

LeaderBrand's vegetable trials used cover crops and compost to maintain or improve yields while a legume cover crop cut fertiliser inputs by 34% — hard data behind the regenerative claims.

The SpinoffRead article

International~ Aug 2025

Worms Against Waste

The Australian National University's community vermiculture project diverts campus food waste into compost and worm tea for its kitchen garden — a hands-on circular-economy model.

ANU (Green Gown Awards Australasia 2025)Read article

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