This week, we visit Culy Creek Ranch in northern Spain and meet the unstoppable Meghan Sapp, a holistic grazing expert and co-founder of the Savory Institute’s hub for Spain. Learn how holistic grazing, soil biodiversity, and smart ecosystem design created a farm so resilient it feeds itself — and the local economy. ⎯⎯ In this episode, we dive into: 🌱 How to turn compacted, degraded land into a regenerative agriculture success story using horses, chickens, and goats 🐎 The role of holistic grazing in boosting pasture productivity — while reducing hay costs 🌾 Partnering with a top local restaurant to bring farm-to-table sourcing and regenerative practices together 🥚 The relationship between holistic management, soil health and nutrient density 🌻 How regenerative farming principles contribute to climate resilience, food quality, and economic viability 🧪 Insights from the Savory Institute’s ecological outcome verification for tracking regeneration and carbon sequestration ⎯⎯ Whether you’re a regenerative farmer, chef, soil scientist, or simply curious about sustainable food systems — this episode is packed with actionable insights, inspiring stories, and serious soil wisdom. ❤️ This episode was produced in partnership with Soil Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/101126769/admin/feed/posts/#), a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity. 🎯 Don’t forget to follow the show, rate the episode, and share it with a friend who loves dirt. It helps Deep Seed grow and reach more change-makers like you! ⎯ 🔗 Useful Links: Soil Capital (https://soilcapital.com) (Website) Curly Creek Ranch (https://www.instagram.com/curlycreekranch/) (Instagram) Meghan Sapp (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghansapp/) (Linkedin)  Deep Seed podcast (https://linktr.ee/deepseed)(Website) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Biodiversity is not just about saving bees… it’s about saving ourselves! In this episode, Oliver Dauert joins us to explore why protecting biodiversity is essential to human survival, food security, and climate resilience. From beavers engineering entire wetland ecosystems to soil microbes collaborating with plants, this is your crash course in how nature actually works  and how we can rewild it before it’s too late. Whether you’re a regenerative farmer, climate optimist, soil geek, or just looking to reconnect with nature, this conversation will rewild your thinking and get you excited about what’s still possible. 🌍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What biodiversity really means (and why it’s more than just saving cute animals) Why beavers are better water engineers than most humans How wolves are rebalancing European ecosystems — and freaking out farmers The untold story of pollinators (spoiler: it’s not just bees) Why farmers can (and must) be biodiversity’s best allies How regenerative agriculture and rewilding can work together, not against each other 🔧 Actionable Takeaways: The easiest way anyone can reconnect with the living world in just 5 minutes How farmers can boost yields and biodiversity at the same time Why building wildlife corridors between farms is key to ecosystem restoration The real reason biodiversity loss is invisible — and how to see clearly again 💚 Subscribe to Deep Seed for weekly insights into regenerative agriculture, agroecology, rewilding, ecosystem restoration, and the seeds of a more abundant future. ⎯⎯⎯⎯ This episode was produced in partnership with Soil Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/101126769/admin/feed/posts/#), a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health & biodiversity. ⎯⎯⎯⎯ 🔗 Useful Links: Soil Capital (https://soilcapital.com)- accelerating regenerative agriculture Follow Oliver Dauert on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-dauert-49016075/) 🎥 Documentaries:  Our Planet (Netflix) Life on Our Planet – David Attenborough 📚 Books: Rewilding by Cain Blythe A Life on Our Planet by David Attenborough Silent Spring by Rachel Carson 📱 Apps: PlantNet Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab of Ornithology Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Un épisode fascinant à ne pas manquer ! On part en immersion dans le sud-ouest de la France, sur une ferme d’amandes bio-régénérative à la vision radicale. Martin d’Archimbaud, co-fondateur de GreenPods, nous ouvre les portes de La Granja, un projet agricole unique qui pourrait bien changer le visage de la filière amande en Europe. Moins d’eau, plus de biodiversité, zéro chimie, des couverts végétaux colorés et une passion débordante pour les arbres : ici, on ne se contente pas de planter, on régénère les sols, on construit un modèle agricole résilient et local, et on s’attaque à l’hégémonie californienne sur la production d’amandes. Si vous pensez que l’agriculture peut être à la fois belle, rentable et régénératrice, cet épisode est pour vous. Dans cet épisode, on parle de : L’histoire d’une reconversion de monoculture de maïs vers une ferme d’amandes bio régénérative Comment l’arbre devient un allié du climat et un levier de relocalisation alimentaire Les secrets agronomiques pour créer un verger résilient : irrigation de précision, taille, variétés, fumier, biochar… L’impact des couverts végétaux et des pratiques bio sur la santé des sols Et pourquoi la résilience long terme est bien plus rentable que la productivité court terme ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/101126769/admin/feed/posts/#), a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Useful links:  GREENPODS / LA GRANJA - Link (https://greenpods.ag/#la_granja) Acheter des amandes - Link (https://www.crowdfarming.com/fr/farmer/la-granja-by-greenpods/up/acheter-amandes-la-granja/overharvest?srsltid=AfmBOooj_0fxiOA4eJ9-28tth2sSDydQZLCimTbfgZpaxL-F9QTsbCqj) Martin d’Archimbaud - Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-d-archimbaud-b04a4799/) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

🍷 Can regenerative agriculture revolutionize the wine industry? Stephen Cronk, founder of Maison Mirabeau, thinks so—and he’s proving it, vine by vine.  After leaving London’s corporate world to build an internationally recognized rosé brand in Provence, Stephen took on his biggest challenge yet: turning a chemically exhausted vineyard into a thriving ecosystem using regenerative farming.  In this episode, we dive into his incredible journey, the science behind regenerative viticulture, and why the future of wine depends on healthier soils, more biodiversity, and working with nature rather than against it. Whether you love wine, sustainability, or just a great comeback story—this episode is unmissable. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How regenerative agriculture is transforming vineyards and wine quality ✅ The surprising environmental impact of traditional viticulture (and how to fix it) ✅ Why soil health is the secret to better grapes, better wine, and a more resilient future ✅ How Stephen is leading the regenerative wine movement—and what’s next for viticulture ✅ Practical strategies for farmers and winemakers to start regenerating their land Why This Matters: 🌍 Vineyards make up just 3% of EU farmland but use up to 20% of its pesticides. The wine industry is at a crossroads: continue down the path of chemical dependency or embrace a more sustainable, regenerative future. Stephen Cronk is showing that regenerative viticulture isn’t just good for the planet—it also makes better wine, healthier vines, and stronger businesses. Tune in now to explore how regenerative farming can reshape the wine industry—one vineyard at a time! ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/101126769/admin/feed/posts/#), a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Useful links:  Maison Mirabeau - Link (https://www.maisonmirabeau.com/) Regenerative Viticulture Foundation - Link (https://www.regenerativeviticulture.org/) Stephen Cronk - Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephencronk/) Follow Us: Instagram: @deep_seed_podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seed Email - raphael@deepseed.eu (mailto:raphael@deepseed.eu) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if, instead of just growing food, we focused on maximizing the Earth’s ability to produce life? 🚀 In this episode, we sit down with Peter Fröhlich, a Swiss farmer, entrepreneur, and agroecology innovator, who is turning conventional wisdom on its head.  He reveals why biomass—not just crops—holds the key to saving agriculture, why plowing can sometimes be regenerative, and how he’s developing an outcome-based system that could revolutionize farming worldwide. 🌍 If you’re a farmer, food producer, climate advocate, or simply someone who cares about how we feed the world without destroying the planet, this episode is NOT to be missed. It is packed with game-changing insights for anyone in farming, food production, or environmental science.  Hit play now and join the movement toward a more resilient, regenerative future! 🎙️🚜 Inside This Episode: 🌾 Why regenerative agriculture is non-negotiable—it’s not just about food, it’s about our planet’s future. 🌍 Biomass is everything: how maximizing plant growth can restore soil, cut emissions, and improve biodiversity. 📊 The power of data: why measuring soil health, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem services is the future of farming. 🔬 Lasers vs. Glyphosate? Why Peter is testing laser weeding and rethinking herbicide use. 💰 How to make regenerative farming profitable—without relying on government subsidies. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/101126769/admin/feed/posts/#), a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Useful links:  AgriCircle - https://agricircle.com/ (https://agricircle.com/) Peter Fröhlich - Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-fr%C3%B6hlich-5a625024/) Follow Us: Instagram: @deep_seed_podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seed Email - raphael@deepseed.eu (mailto:raphael@deepseed.eu) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

🌱 Can We Make an Entire Food System Regenerative? Sweden’s food system isn’t regenerative—at least, not yet. But Sara Maxence is working to change that. With a background in big agri-food corporations, she’s seen firsthand the challenges of shifting towards sustainability. Now, she’s leading an effort to bring farmers, processors, and policymakers together to explore how Sweden can transition from an extractive, industrial food model to one that is more diverse, resilient, and soil-friendly. In this episode, we dive into the early steps of this journey: breaking down silos, testing new financing models, and creating real demand for regenerative crops. If you’re curious about how regenerative agriculture can scale beyond individual farms—and what needs to change at the system level—this episode is packed with valuable insights and fresh ideas. 🌾 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why our food system is stuck—and how to start shifting it ✅ How Sweden’s farmers are experimenting with regenerative practices ✅ The challenge of selling diverse, soil-friendly crops in a wheat-dominated market ✅ How digital tools and financing models could accelerate the transition ✅ Why Europe’s agricultural policies (CAP) can both help and hinder change Sweden is early in this process, but Sara’s work offers a fascinating case study on what it takes to move from concept to action. Listen now to explore the opportunities and challenges of making food systems truly regenerative! ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/101126769/admin/feed/posts/#), a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Useful links:  Regenerator - https://regenerator.nu/ (https://regenerator.nu/) Sara Maxence - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-h%C3%A5kanson-maxence/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-h%C3%A5kanson-maxence/) Follow Us: Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: @deep_seed_podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seed Email - raphael@deepseed.eu (mailto:raphael@deepseed.eu) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if regenerative farming could be profitable, fair, and the future of food—but the system is blocking it? Farmers restore soil, protect biodiversity, and keep ecosystems thriving. So why are they struggling to make a living? In this eye-opening episode, we expose the flaws in our food system and reveal how farmers can finally be properly rewarded for regenerating the land. My guest, Nicolas Verschuere, co-founder of Cultivaé and Soil Capital, is leading a movement to rebuild local food supply chains, secure fair prices for farmers, and unlock the power of carbon markets. 🔥 In This Episode, You’ll Discover: ✅ The shocking truth: Why the people growing our food make the least money ✅ How regenerative farming can be profitable—without making food expensive ✅ The carbon market revolution: How businesses can cut emissions by supporting regenerative farmers ✅ A bold new vision for agriculture—where farmers, not middlemen, control the value chain 🚀 Whether you’re a farmer, food industry leader, investor, climate activist, or eco-conscious consumer, this episode will change the way you think about food forever. 🎧 Hit play now to discover how we can fix the system and make regenerative farming mainstream! ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/101126769/admin/feed/posts/#), a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Useful links:  Cultivaé - https://www.cultivae.be/fr/ (https://www.cultivae.be/fr/) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seed Email - raphael@deepseed.eu (mailto:raphael@deepseed.eu) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if the future of farming wasn’t in the hands of corporations, but in the hands of communities? Imagine a world where farmers don’t struggle with crushing debt, where land is protected for generations, and where you—not just governments or investors—can help reshape the food system.  In this episode, we dive into an innovative model that could revolutionize access to land, empower regenerative farmers, and reconnect people with their food. Our guest, Eline Veninga, is at the forefront of this movement with Lenteland, a groundbreaking initiative that makes farmland affordable, community-owned, and dedicated to regenerative agriculture—forever. We’ll explore how this model works, why the current food system is failing farmers, and how you can be part of the solution. If you care about food, farming, and the future, this episode is a must-listen! In This Episode, We Discuss: ✅ Why farmland is becoming unaffordable—and how we can fix it ✅ How community-owned farms give power back to farmers and citizens ✅ The shocking way most banks treat soil health—and why it’s completely backwards ✅ Why farming needs TEAMS, not just solo farmers ✅ How YOU can invest in regenerative agriculture—starting at just €500 🌍 Why This Episode Matters Farmland prices are skyrocketing. Farmers are disappearing. Investors and corporations are buying up land, making it impossible for small farmers to survive. Leenteland is rewriting the rules—creating community-owned farms where regenerative agriculture can thrive, free from market speculation. This isn’t just an idea. It’s happening now. Lenteland already has multiple farms up and running, proving that a citizen-powered food system isn’t just possible—it’s the future. 📢 Want to be part of the movement? Listen now. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/101126769/admin/feed/posts/#), a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Useful links:  Lenteland - https://www.lente.land/ (https://www.lente.land/) Eline Veninga - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elineveninga/ Follow Us: Instagram: @deep_seed_podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seed Email - raphael@deepseed.eu (mailto:raphael@deepseed.eu) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if your daily cup of tea could restore ecosystems and support farmers? 😍 This week on the Deep Seed Podcast, we meet Matthijs Westerwoudt, co-founder of Wilder Land, a visionary company that’s redefining what it means to grow, sell, and enjoy food. By transforming “weeds” like chamomile and nettle into delicious teas, kombuchas, and granolas, Wilder Land is proving that businesses can boost biodiversity, heal the soil, and be wildly successful—all at the same time. Whether you’re an entrepreneur curious about launching a regenerative business, a farmer exploring agroecology, or a foodie looking for ethical and delicious products, this episode offers insights and inspiration you won’t want to miss. 💡 “The bigger the business grows, the more nature it restores. That’s the power of a regenerative business model.” In this episode, you’ll discover: 🌱 How Wilder Land empowers farmers to restore biodiversity by growing native plants. 🌿 The secrets behind turning overlooked plants into products like tea, kombucha, and pasta. 🌍 Tips for marketing regenerative products in a competitive, globalized food system. 🦋 Why native plants are biodiversity superheroes—and how they’re saving ecosystems. 💡 Practical advice for anyone dreaming of starting their own nature-positive business. From chamomile tea to smoked birch kombucha and miso made from buckwheat, Wilder Land’s innovative products show how we can reimagine agriculture to create local food systems that benefit people and the planet. 🌟 Listen now to learn how Wilder Land is transforming farming, food, and the future—one sip, bite, and step at a time. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/101126769/admin/feed/posts/#), a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Useful links:  ✨ Wilder Land - https://wilder-land.com/ ✨ Matthijs Westerwoudt - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthijs-westerwoudt-6107a216/ Follow Us: ✨ Instagram: @deep_seed_podcast ✨ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seed ✨ Email - raphael@deepseed.eu (mailto:raphael@deepseed.eu) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Can farming heal the planet? In this episode, we explore how regenerative agriculture and ecosystem restoration are reshaping the future of our landscapes and communities.  Join us as we sit down with Willemijn De Jongh from Commonland, who shares insights into how we can restore degraded land, build resilient food systems, and reconnect with nature. Willemijn introduces the revolutionary Four Returns Framework: a practical model that delivers natural, social, financial, and inspirational benefits, proving that regeneration is not just possible but essential. Through compelling success stories and actionable insights, she demonstrates how farming, biodiversity, and community can thrive together. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: 🌱 The power of regenerative agriculture: Real-life examples of farmers transitioning from monocultures to resilient, biodiverse systems. 🌍 Scalable ecosystem restoration: How Commonland’s projects in the Netherlands, Spain, and beyond are revitalizing millions of hectares of degraded land. 💡 Nature-based solutions for global challenges: Agroforestry, food forests, and sustainable farming practices as tools to combat climate change and biodiversity loss. 🤝 Collaboration for a sustainable future: Why empowering local communities and farmers is key to creating meaningful, long-term change. Whether you’re a farmer, policymaker, sustainability enthusiast, or curious learner, this episode will leave you inspired by the transformative potential of regenerative agriculture and large-scale ecosystem restoration. 🎧 Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how we can transform degraded land into thriving ecosystems and reshape the future of food, farming, and the planet—one landscape at a time. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ This podcast was produced in partnership with Soil Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/101126769/admin/feed/posts/#), a company that supports #regenerativeagriculture by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Useful links:  Commonland - https://commonland.com/ Wij Land - https://wij.land/ (https://wij.land/) Alvelal - https://alvelal.es/ Willemijn De Jongh - https://www.linkedin.com/in/willemijndeiongh/ Follow Us: Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: @deep_seed_podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deep-seed Email - raphael@deepseed.eu (mailto:raphael@deepseed.eu) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.