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From City Life to highly productive Market Garden outside of Amsterdam (Fabio Vicino)
This week, I meet with Fabio Vicino. Together with his partner Anna de Vos, they are managing a highly productive small scale Market Garden just outside of Amsterdam - Onze Groenteboer. Fabio’s journey from a high-pressure marketing career to becoming an organic grower is nothing short of inspiring. It’s a story of personal resilience, deep connection to the land, and a passion for creating a regenerative food system.
> See on youtubeNutrient Density could disrupt the entire food industry! (Dan Kittredge)
In this episode of the Deep Seed Podcast, we have an insightful conversation with Dan Kittredge, the founder of the Bionutrient Food Association.
> See on youtubeThe Future of Carbon Credits (Christian Holzleitner)
This week, I had the pleasure of hosting Christian Holzleitner, the Head of Unit for Land Economy and Carbon Removal at the European Commission. This enlightening conversation delved into the intricacies of the EU's ambitious climate goals, the challenges of carbon removal, and the transformative potential of regenerative agriculture.
> See on youtubeSustainability is not enough! We need to focus on regeneration (Nikki Trott)
This week, I traveled to Amsterdam to meet with visionary business strategist Nikki Trott. Her successful journey from the fashion industry to regenerative investment highlights the power of aligning personal values with professional endeavors.
> See on youtubeRegenerative Agriculture: improving soil health to increase nutrient density (Jeroen Klompe)
In this week's episode of the Deep Seed podcast, I’m excited to welcome Jeroen Klompe, a pioneering regenerative farmer who has dedicated the last decade to revolutionizing his farming practices and enhancing soil health.
> See on youtubeEmpowering farmers in Africa with Regenerative Agriculture (Thekla Teunis)
Welcome back to another episode of the Deep Seed podcast! This week, I met with Thekla Teunis, co-founder of the company Grounded. They’ve managed to transform the lives of thousands of small holder farmers in Africa by enabling their transition to regenerative agriculture
> See on youtubeFarmers are the solution to climate change! (Anne van Leeuwen)
This week, I traveled to Lochem, east of the Netherlands to meet with regenerative farmer Anne van Leeuwen. She recently moved to a new farm, which gave us a great perspective for the conversation. How to get access to land and how to plan a farm to create a beautiful complex farming system whose purpose is to grow abundant high quality foods while also increasing the amount of life on the farm.
> See on youtubeAnticiper les conséquences du changement climatique sur l'agriculture (Serge Zaka)
Cette semaine, j’ai le plaisir d’accueillir l’agroclimatologue Serge Zaka dans le Deep Seed podcast. On discute des conséquences du changement climatique sur l’agriculture, de la géopolitique alimentaire, de la création de nouvelles filières agricoles, d’agriculture de conservation des sols et bien plus encore.
> See on youtubeInvesting in Regenerative Agriculture makes a lot of sense! (Koen van Seijen)
My guest this week is Koen van Seijen, host of the Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food podcast. Over the last seven years, he has recorded and published over 300 conversations with inspiring people looking to transform our food system from the most destructive activity on the planet into a powerful climate solution.
> See on youtubeFood Pharmacy: connection soil health, nutrient density & human health (Zuzanna Zielińska)
I met with Zuzanna Zielińska in Rotterdam 🇳🇱to discuss her amazing Food Pharmacy project: HarvestCare. Connecting the dots between soil health, nutrient density, and human health could be a total game changer in my opinion and I am a big supporter of Zuzanna’s vision
> See on youtubeHouse of Agroecology: Creating Regenerative Supply Chains (Emilie de Morteuil)
Join us in an enlightening conversation with Emilie de Morteuil, co-founder of the House of Agroecology, as we explore the transformative power of #agroecology in creating a food system that nurtures both our planet and our health.
> See on youtubeHow Agroecology can save farmers, biodiversity and our entire food system (Alain Peeters)
Alain Peeters has been involved in sustainable agriculture and nature conservation since the 70s and he is one of the pioneers of agroecology in the world. In this conversation, he describes how agroecology offers a powerful solution to transform our food system from a destructive to regenerative, while improving the wellbeing of farmers.
> See on youtubeMaking agriculture profitable while regenerating natural ecosystems (Benedikt Bösel)
Benedikt Bösel is a visionary farmer who went all-in on regenerative agriculture since he took over his family farm in Alt Madlitz, an hour east of Berlin 🇩🇪 This is a captivating conversation in which Benedikt describes his ambitious vision for the future of farming.
> See on youtubeSaving agriculture in Spain with regenerative farming practices (Alfonso Chico de Guzman)
Since taking over his family farm, Alfonso Chico de Guzman has transformed La Junquera 🇪🇸 into one of the largest regenerative farms in Europe. Climate change is already pushing the Spanish agricultural system to its limits, and Alfonso is leading the way in showing that regenerative agriculture can make farms more resilient.
> See on youtubeCreating the Blueprint for a Resilient and Sustainable Food System (Isabelle d'Ursel)
Isabelle d'Ursel combines organic and regenerative farming practices at Smissenbroek just a few kilometers outside of Ghent, in Belgium. We discuss her transition from a career in philanthropy to embracing the rhythms of farming life and delve into the essence of her current mission: to experiment with regenerative and organic farming practices, creating a blueprint for a resilient and sustainable food system.
> See on youtubeTransforming our food system into a powerful climate solution (Chuck de Liedekerke)
In this episode of the Deep Seed podcast, we're joined by Chuck de Liedekerke, the co-founder and CEO of Soil Capital. With a rich background in finance and a profound commitment to sustainable agriculture, Chuck has been at the forefront of transforming the agricultural landscape through regenerative practices and innovative carbon certification programs.
> See on youtubeSustainable Diets: The Environmental Impact of our Food Choices (Duncan Williamson)
Duncan Williamson is an expert in food systems and sustainable diets. We discuss how government decisions, influenced by powerful business lobbying, shape our food choices and the very systems that feed us. We unpack the compelling notion that while governments could lead a transformation toward healthier and more sustainable eating, they often choose not to.
> See on youtubeThe power of soil microbiology for soil fertility and plant health (Natallia Gulbis)
Natallia Gulbis is an expert in the field of soil science, with a particular focus on mycorrhizal fungi and their critical role in soil fertility. Our conversation sheds light on the intricate symbiotic relationships between plants and soil microbes, exploring how regenerative agriculture practices nurture this vital underground ecosystem.
> See on youtubeTransitioning to regenerative agriculture: challenges, hope & farm economics (Antony Pearce)
Meet Anthony Pierce, a visionary farmer from Moat Farm in Stoke Mandeville, UK, who's transforming his land through the principles of regenerative agriculture. Join us as Anthony shares his profound insights and experiences, offering a hopeful perspective on the future of farming and food systems.
> See on youtubeRegenerative Agriculture: key principles, no-till & cover crops (Andrew Randall)
Andrew Randall has been practicing regenerative agriculture at Hyde Farm in Maidenhead, just west of London for over 10 years. He tells us about his farm, his transition journey to more sustainable practices and the key principles of regenerative agriculture.
> See on youtubeRegenerative Agriculture: the 3 pillars, resilience & profitability (Luc Joris)
Luc Joris is a Belgian farmer who has been practising regenerative agriculture for a number of years. He tells us about his Géronvillers farm and how his farming practices have evolved over the years.
> See on youtubeFood Forests: reshaping our food system with nature-based solutions (Louis De Jaeger)
Louis de Jaeger is a visionary food forest and landscape designer with an unwavering commitment to land regeneration
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