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The RegenCircle Newscast 7.16
Big infrastructure developments, Texas farms recover from floods, and the low down on what the 'big beautiful bill' means for producers.
Start Listening: Updates on RegenCircle Newscast 🎙️The latest in Regenerative Agriculture news from July 1-16, 2025: Big infrastructure developments, Texas farms recover from floods, and the low down on what the 'big beautiful bill' means for producers. |  |
This Week on The RegenCircle Podcast
Pictured: Anthony Myint, founder of ZeroFoodprint, alongside Page Mitchum, host of the RegenCircle Podcast.
How 10 Cents Can Transform Our Food System: And What You Can Do To Make A Difference
In this episode with Anthony Myint, founder of ZeroFoodprint I got to explore whats the 'least' we can do as consumers that will make the most difference for Regenerative Agriculture. After a journey of opening multiple businesses that supported regenerative producers, Anthony realized none of his businesses were supporting the growth of regenerative agriculture. And for that to work he had to approach things differently. Thus Zerofoodprint was born. Millions of dollars given to support the next acre regenerated, listen to the full episode to hear Anthony's story.
This Week’s Investment News
Transforming an Orchard into a Closed Loop Carbon Sink
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On June 30, 2025, CMI Orchards and Royal Family Farming initiated the groundbreaking of The Soil Center in Royal City, WA. The center will convert over 100,000 tons of farm waste into carbon-rich soil amendments annually, utilizing methods like vermicomposting and biochar production. The Soil Center plans to generate 500,000 carbon credits annually, supporting carbon-negative fruit production.
MARS Launches $250M Sustainability Investment Fund, Plans to Invest in Reducing Ag Emissions & Sustainable Packaging
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Are you a company or fund that is working on either reducing ag emissions, sourcing better-for-you ingredients, or sustainable packaging materials? If so Mars might be ready to invest. The fund aims to support projects and technologies that align with Mars' sustainability goals, particularly in regenerative agriculture. This move is part of Mars' broader strategy to reduce its environmental impact and promote sustainable practices across its supply chain.
Political + Policy News
 Photo By Farm Policy News “Skinny” Farm Bill NegotiationsHouse Republicans are advancing a "farm bill 2.0" which represents smaller policy implementation and is expected to cost under $8 billion. The GOP claims the bill is bipartisan but hous Dems have warned they wont come to the table after Republican cuts to climate and nutrition spending. |  Photo By Morning AgClips Hey, Farmers: Don’t Miss What’s in the Big Beautiful BillThe recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill introduces major policy changes impacting U.S. agriculture, including increased funding for commodity support programs, permanent tax provisions, and expanded disaster relief. While these changes are decididly not forwarding the regenerative agriculture mission, there are key provisions every producer should be aware of. |
REPORTS WORTH READING
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First National Cover Crop Variety Test Report Released
The first National Cover Crop Variety Test Report, funded by the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture, has been released by the University of Missouri’s Center for Regenerative Agriculture. This report, a collaboration with the American Seed Trade Association and other partners, evaluates the performance of 25 cover crop varieties across 11 states. It provides data on biomass, winter survival, and more, aiding farmers in conservation efforts. The project also focuses on breeding new cover crop varieties and promoting adoption. A webinar on July 14, 2025, will further explain the report's findings.
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Advancing Sustainability in a Climate of Silence
The article discusses the current challenges faced by corporate sustainability efforts in the U.S., highlighting a decline in public commitment due to social media backlash and government pressure. Despite these challenges, the need for sustainability remains urgent due to climate change, biodiversity loss, and inequality. The article emphasizes the importance of maintaining a broad business case for sustainability, beyond just ROI, to include long-term value and resilience. It showcases how leaders need to act now to achieve long-term success and relevance.
The $87 To $1 Gap: Why Markets Undervalue Resilience
The report highlights a significant disparity in capital investment, with $87 directed towards climate-blind infrastructure for every $1 invested in resilience. By increasing investment in resilient infrastructure we can enhance sustainability and long-term economic stability. This is particularly relevant to regenerative agriculture, which relies on resilient practices to improve environmental health and productivity. The report shows that aligning capital markets with resilience can drive positive change and support sustainable agricultural practices.
HUMAN INTEREST STORIES
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Farmworkers Heal Climate-Scarred Land With Native Seeds
Farmworkers Irma Quiroz and Juan GĂłmez play a vital role at Hedgerow Farms, a native seed farm in California, where they clean and grow native seeds for ecological restoration projects. The farm, along with its partner Rancho De Las Flores, provides seeds to restore fire-ravaged areas, wetlands, and other ecosystems, supporting biodiversity and mitigating climate change. Despite a shortage of native seeds, Hedgerow Farms, guided by experienced workers like Alejandro GarcĂa, continues to innovate and supply seeds for large-scale restoration, helping transform the landscape and improve environmental health.
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Texas Farmers Begin Recovery Process After Flooding
In Texas, farmers like Boyd Clark and Matthew Ketterman faced challenging situations, such as rescuing stranded animals and being trapped on vehicles. Agritourism-focused farms, such as Sweet Eats Adventure Farm, experienced significant damage. Resources like the State of Texas Agriculture Relief Fund and AgriStress Helpline are aiding farmers and these resources should be forwarded to any producers you know that are affected.
TECH
Robots, Drones, and Autonomous Irrigation Systems Oh-My
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What does the AI frenzy mean to agtech? It means farming automation from row crops to seafood to robotic solar farm management. Notable investments included Shinkei Systems' $22 million funding for humane fish-processing technology and AgriZeroNZ's investment in methane-reducing startups. Despite a dip in overall funding, precision agriculture continues to attract investment, driven by labor shortages. Government policies worldwide increasingly support agtech as a strategic priority for food security and environmental sustainability.
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AI’s Retail Experiment Gone Wrong
Anthropic put Claude, its most advanced conversational model, in charge of a small, automated shop inside their San Fransisco HQ. The task: manage inventory, set prices, respond to customer requests, coordinate deliveries, and interperet client feedback. Claude however became increasingly eccentric in it’s responses and struggled with tasks due to long-term context, lack of real-world common sense, and emotional cues.
CONSUMER PRODUCTS
Avocados from Colombia Brand Debuts in the U.S. Market
The Colombia Avocado Board (CAB) has launched the "Avocados From Colombia" brand in the U.S., marking a significant milestone as exports of Colombian avocados to the U.S. reached 85 million pounds in the first half of 2025, doubling the previous year's mid-year record. This branding initiative aims to establish a consistent identity that highlights Colombia's unique avocado-growing regions and the contributions of nearly 80,000 industry workers.
World News
 Photo By Agriland China Offers Farmers Digital Tools to Assess Soil HealthThe EU and China are collaborating on the 'TUdi' project, a digital toolkit aimed at enhancing regenerative agriculture by helping farmers assess soil health. Funded by the European Commission and the Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology under Horizon 2020, it targets reversing soil degradation in Europe, China, and New Zealand. The initiative includes Decision Support Tools (DSTs) for monitoring soil conditions and a Socio-Economic Toolkit (SEST) for economic analysis. |  Photo by University of Texas Chile's Indigenous Fishermen Say the Salmon Industry Threatens Their Way of LifeSalmon farming in Chile, a major supplier to the U.S., is criticized by Indigenous fishermen for harming ecosystems and threatening their traditional lifestyle. The fish, not native to the region, are impacting local biodiversity. This situation highlights the broader global challenges of balancing industrial aquaculture with environmental sustainability and the preservation of Indigenous practices. |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
SEPC Launches New Sustainability Education Series
The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) has launched a new sustainability education series focused on regenerative agriculture and earth sciences. This initiative includes major conferences, summits, and events aimed at promoting sustainable practices and educating stakeholders in the produce industry.
Green Cover Summer Field Day, Nebraska
Green Cover's annual Soil Health Field Days will take place on August 12th and 15th, featuring cover crop test plot tours, talks on legumes, cover crop mixes, and more. The free event includes breakfast, lunch, and a composting session, with registration limited to 150 participants per day.
In Europe: Regenerative Agriculture Summit 2025
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The Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe 2025 is a major event focusing on sustainable farming practices and earth sciences. It aims to bring together experts, practitioners, and stakeholders to discuss innovations and strategies in regenerative agriculture.Southern Family Farmers Conference, San Marcos TX
Where growers, producers, local food advocates & small farm supporters gather! Education will take place across 8 tracks: Crops, Livestock, Business, Start-up, Innovation, Cooperatives, The Big Picture, and Niche topics.
Naturally Network's Conscious CPG Summit 2025
Naturally Network's ConsciousCPG Summit 2025 focuses on conscious business transformation through panels and workshops. Key themes include personal growth, conscious organization building, and the quintuple bottom line (Passion, Purpose, People, Planet, Prosperity).
Newtopia Now
Newtopia Now features major conferences and summits focused on regenerative agriculture and earth sciences, providing a platform for industry leaders and innovators to discuss sustainable practices and advancements in these fields.
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