Seed Rematriation
Angela Ferguson of Braiding the Sacred other leaders are working to have traditional seed varieties returned to their communities. This session will explore the role of seedbanks, the process of rematriation, and the challenges of reclaiming and growing ancestral seeds. Following the panel, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a Barter & Trade Market outside the main lecture hall.
Nature-Based Solutions for Pest Control
Discover how farmers can avoid chemical inputs by harnessing nature’s own creative pest control strategies. This session will feature practical insights into integrating biodiversity, beneficial insects, and ecological balance to manage pests sustainably.
Not-So-Simple: Brands Working Directly with Farmers
What does it take for brands to truly support regenerative farmers? Representatives from leading companies will share the realities of sourcing directly from farmers, balancing supply chain challenges, and pushing for regenerative transitions.
How to No-Till Farm at Scale
Scaling no-till farming requires a shift in mindset, equipment, and soil management strategies. Learn from a pioneering practitioner who has successfully implemented large-scale no-till systems while improving soil health, reducing costs, and maintaining productivity.
Regenerating Drinks
From grain to grape, producers in the alcoholic beverage industry are embracing regenerative agriculture. Hear from leaders who are crafting spirits and wine with soil health in mind, creating market demand for regeneratively grown ingredients, and reshaping the industry’s relationship with the land.
Happy Hour
Try regenerative wine and spirits spoken about in the previous session, enjoy award-winning cheeses, network with the regenerative agriculture industry, and listen to some amazing music!
Regen Film Festival
Join us for the inaugural Regen Film Festival happening during RegenerativeNYC 2025! celebrating films that explore regenerative practices and sustainable food systems. Sponsored by Why Regenerative and WonderMapper, this festival brings conversations about regeneration into urban spaces through cinema.
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April 23
Regenerative Agriculture in Indian Country
This session will explore investment opportunities that align with ecological stewardship, successful funding models, and tangible solutions for supporting Native farmers and ranchers. Speakers will share case studies, highlight innovative collaborations, and offer a call to action for investors, philanthropists, and policymakers to drive meaningful change now.
How Land Investments Shape Farmer-Land Relationships
With farmland increasingly controlled by investors, what does this mean for those who steward the land? This panel will explore the evolving landscape of land ownership, investment models that prioritize farmer success, and the long-term impact on regenerative agriculture.
The Challenges of Measuring Soil Carbon
Accurately measuring soil carbon is one of the biggest challenges in carbon markets and regenerative verification. Experts will discuss the latest methodologies, technological limitations, and what needs to change to make soil carbon measurement both reliable and scalable.
Making Regenerative Agriculture Profitable in Year 1
Can regenerative practices pay off immediately? This session will speak to real-world examples of farms that have achieved profitability in their first year of transition, offering key financial and agronomic insights.
The Future of Farming
Regenerative agriculture is not just an environmental movement—it’s an economic opportunity. This session will present market projections and tangible analysis from leading research firms, highlighting the growing demand for regeneratively produced food and the financial viability of these practices.
Building Just & Inclusive Food Systems
A just food system requires equitable access to land, capital, and markets. This session brings together leaders working to create inclusive supply chains, empower marginalized communities, and ensure economic viability for diverse food producers.
Funding the Missing Middle – Supply Chain Infrastructure
One of the biggest barriers to scaling regenerative agriculture is the lack of mid-sized processing and distribution infrastructure. This panel will discuss innovative funding models, partnerships, and policy shifts needed to bridge the gap and build a resilient supply chain.