Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food

Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food

Author: Koen van Seijen Language: English Episodes: 100
Money is a powerful tool, and when directed thoughtfully, it can heal more than just portfolios. Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food explores this very idea, moving beyond abstract theory to practical conversations with the people actively rebuilding our food systems. Host Koen van Seijen sits down with farmers, fund managers, entrepreneurs, and scientists who are on the ground, demonstrating how capital can regenerate depleted soil, strengthen local communities, and restore ecosystems. These discussions are grounded in reality, focusing on viable business models and investment strategies that aim for fair financial returns alongside profound environmental and social impact. Each episode feels like a direct line to the pioneers in this space, offering listeners a chance to understand the challenges and opportunities from those who know them best. You’ll hear detailed stories about transforming farmland, the nuances of soil carbon, and the innovative companies connecting conscious capital with regenerative practice. This podcast serves as an essential guide for anyone whose interests intersect at the crossroads of finance, nutrition, and planetary health, proving that where we choose to invest our dollars can literally help grow a better world.
Episodes
408 Ivan Mandela - Unicorns can wait, African farmers can't [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:59
It’s a very interesting time for African agriculture and food, the continent is realising it’s potential to help feed the world, money is flowing into infrastructure to unlock this, more and more talent is coming into th…
407 Tania Rodriguez Riestra - Systems change investing done right [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:40:57
The food, agriculture and planetary systems, for that matter, are all in serious need of change. No news there. But how? Individual investments and grants, however large, will never be big enough to move these systems. W…
Martin Reiter - Meat Mythbusters (Bonus Episode) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:47
This is deep dive into common misconceptions about red meat, methane emissions from cows, and the feasibility of transitioning to grass-fed beef production. We discuss the health impacts of red meat based on the cow's di…
402 Martin Reiter – Building a $100B home for regenerative brands [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:07
What is needed to truly move the needle on health? Create more research, more trials on nutrient density, more advocacy? Or, as Martin Reiter, founder of RARE argues, create the next regen Nestlé or Unilever: a 100 billi…