Pulse
Monthly snapshot of the transition
A regular pulse on the signals and momentum shaping nature-positive food systems.
Nature Positive
Regenerative Agriculture
Discover the diverse range of actors and initiatives contributing to the regenerative agriculture transition. Explore how these actors and initiatives are contributing to regeneration at farm, landscape or bioregion, value chain, and food system scale. By creating visibility, this map aims to accelerate collaboration.
- 80+
- organisations
- 6
- stakeholder groups
- 15
- innovation domains
- 9
- countries
- 4,000+
- signals monitored
Introduction
On Foodleap, regenerative agriculture is interpreted as an integral approach to farming that emphasizes healthy soils and aims to regenerate ecosystem services while improving environmental, social, and economic outcomes. A wide range of practices that contribute to nature-positive food production, stronger biodiversity, water stewardship, climate resilience, and long-term farm viability may be applied to this end. Whether regenerative, organic, nature-inclusive, agro-ecological or climate-resilient, we see this all as part of the transition towards regenerative food systems.
The regenerative agriculture ecosystem brings together actors from across the agri-food system, including farmers, producer organisations, cooperatives, processors, food manufacturers, retailers, foodservice companies, financiers, philanthropic funders, knowledge institutions, public actors, civil society organisations and other enabling organisations. Together, we create the conditions needed for regeneration of agri-food systems to scale.
Foodleap works together with leading organisations such as Foodvalley and ReGeNL to map the Global Regenerative Agricultural Ecosystem.
Ecosystem Facts & Figures
A live snapshot of the organisations, signals and connections we track in this transition.
- 80+
- organisations
- 6
- stakeholder groups
- 15
- innovation domains
- 9
- countries
- 4,000+
- signals monitored
Key Innovation Areas
The domains where innovation is concentrating across this transition.
- AgriTech
- Technologies that improve agricultural productivity, sustainability and farm decision-making.
- Precision Agriculture
- Use sensors, GPS and analytics to optimize inputs, yields and environmental performance.
- Digital Farming
- Connect farm operations through digital tools, software and data-driven decision support.
- AI & Data
- Apply artificial intelligence and data analytics to optimize farming, forecasting and resource management.
- Biological Inputs
- Replace synthetic inputs with biological alternatives that improve soil and crop health.
- Robotics & Automation
- Automate field operations to improve efficiency, precision and labor productivity.
- Regenerative Finance
- Financial models that reward farmers for ecosystem services and regenerative practices.
- Carbon Markets
- Create economic value through carbon sequestration, measurement and verified carbon credits.
- Supply Chain Innovation
- Improve transparency, traceability and collaboration across agricultural value chains.
- Market Innovation
- Develop new business models and market mechanisms that accelerate regenerative agriculture adoption.
- Policy Innovation
- Design regulations and incentives that support sustainable farming and landscape restoration.
- Social Innovation
- Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing and new partnerships to enable system-wide change.
Foodleap Insights
Pulses, radars and deep dives from the Nature Positive transition.
Radar
Emerging players and trends
Discover the emerging organisations and innovations driving nature-positive food systems.
Deep Dive
In-depth nature-positive reports
Deep dive analyses exploring regenerative practices and ecosystem resilience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Nature Positive transition on Foodleap.
What are Nature Positive Food Systems?
They are food systems that actively restore and regenerate nature — supporting biodiversity, soil health and ecosystem resilience while producing food.
What is regenerative agriculture?
Regenerative agriculture is a set of farming practices that rebuild soil health, increase biodiversity and improve water and carbon cycles.
Why is biodiversity important for food systems?
Biodiversity underpins healthy ecosystems, pollination, soil fertility and resilience, making it essential for long-term food production.
What is carbon farming?
Carbon farming uses agricultural practices that capture and store carbon in soils and vegetation, often generating carbon credits.
Which organisations are active in this transition?
The ecosystem includes farmers, food companies, researchers, technology providers, investors and policymakers working on nature-positive food production.
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Health
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Be part of the Nature Positive transition
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