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🌱 The Power of Regeneration through Agroforestry 🌱 Agroforestry is an innovative approach that integrates agriculture and forestry, creating sustainable systems that benefit both the environment and local communities. By combining trees with crops, we can restore ecosystems, enhance biodiversity, and improve soil health—all while generating income for communities. I have great admiration for companies like Natura, which exemplify the potential of this model to create value and promote regeneration. A shining example of this in action is Café Apuí Agroflorestal in Brazil. They produce the first sustainable agroforestry coffee in the Brazilian Amazon Region, showcasing how shaded cultivation leads to higher quality coffee while preserving the forest. To date, over 200 hectares of degraded land have been restored using agroforestry systems, while also conserving more than 7,000 hectares of native forest. Their commitment to regeneration not only supports the environment but also provides a livelihood for 83 families in the region. https://lnkd.in/dagG52mf We are proud to support Café Apuí through the Bayer Foundation Women Empowerment Award, reinforcing our commitment to empowering communities, fostering regeneration and forest conservation. Together, we can harness the power of regeneration and create a brighter future for our planet and people! ☕🌳 #Agroforestry #Sustainability #Empowerment #CaféApuí #BayerFoundation #teambayer #regeneration #Regenerativeagriculture #Brazil #CEBDS #Sustainability #ClimateAction #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendly #CircularEconomy #NetZero #ESG #RegenerativeAgriculture #SoilHealth #Agroecology #CarbonFarming #OrganicFarming #AgTech #FoodSecurity #FarmToTable Felipe Albuquerque Jana op den Winkel Geraldo Aleandro Sarah Sophia Perina Sampaio

Many people and organizations perceive commercial fishing as a significant threat to the ability of the seas to maintain healthy ecosystems. They may demand that such activity must be banned. However, we cannot suddenly stop industrial food production, neither at sea nor on land. It would mean hardship and starvation for many people. Instead, we must constantly strive for better and more sustainable food production. It requires creative approaches, tailored development activities, better technologies, and a willingness to adopt even radical changes in the practices. Sustainable commercial fishing can be an industrial-scale operation or a small-scale one, and in both cases very profitable. There are already numerous good examples of this for instance in the Nordic countries.

🐟Exciting Times at Måsøval!🤩 As we reflect on 2023, we're proud of the strategic progress and sustainable advancements we've made. Our CEO, Helge Kvalvik, shares insights into our journey towards operational excellence and commitment to sustainability: "This past year, our focus has been on enhancing operations, improving our biological processes, and strategically restructuring the organisation. Combined with a steadfast and ever-increasing commitment to sustainability and quality, we’re persistently positioning ourselves for continued growth and success." Follow the link to discover more about our achievements and our plans for the future! 🚀 #MadeByNature #Sustainability #Aquaculture #AnnualReport2023

🌿 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡, 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐯𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬 - 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐲! By partnering with Normandy, you're not just enriching your product range; you're also supporting a greener, more sustainable future. 🚜 Renowned for its produces’ quality: leading French producer of dairy, cider and seafood products, Normandy is also home to: ✅4 Protected Geographical Indications ✅13 Protected Designations of Origin ✅22 Red Labels, a French indicator designating products of a higher quality compared to similar products 🌱 Green Logistics: the region's ambition going forward is to offer a greener, more sustainable agriculture. With a direct port access and the shortest road routes, Normandy ensures your products are delivered quickly and with reduces CO2 emissions. You are a UK business selling fish, meat vegetables, and looking to diversify and enrich your offerings with minimal environmental impact? AD Normandie can advise investors in the different stages of the creation of their business to be able to set-up in Normandy. 👉Visit our website for more information about the industry: https://lnkd.in/eWf6FDtA #agriculture, #normandyproduce, #sustainable ADNormandie, Région Normandie

How does our garden grow? Mimi’s produce garden ensures that families in need have access to fresh, locally sourced food, promoting not just nourishment, but also the dignity of a good meal. Rainwater harvesting and composting efforts exemplify our responsible stewardship of the environment and dedication to both the present and the future. In addition, Gardening for Good empowers individuals with essential skills, not just for growing food but for cultivating hope and self-reliance. By embracing these sustainable practices, we are not just alleviating immediate hunger; we are sowing the seeds of resilience and togetherness in our community. This investment isn't just about sustainability; it's about making a heartfelt difference in the lives of those who need it most, today and tomorrow. Learn ore here: https://lnkd.in/dc42nXAJ

Discover the inspiring story of how local businesses flourish while actively restoring the Amazon rainforest. 🌳✨ In a recent feature by USAID, we learn about Bruno Kato, CEO of Horta da Terra, and his innovative approach to producing freeze-dried superfoods like açaí, chicory, and hibiscus. His vision extends beyond business, aiming to rehabilitate the Amazon in Brazil’s Pará state, an area heavily impacted by deforestation. Discover how USAID, the Alliance, and its partners work with environmentally sustainable businesses. Be inspired by the change when we align economic growth with environmental stewardship. 🌱📈 https://bit.ly/3xff3yZ

Today, we conclude the 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗹, convened by Proforest, the Tropical Forest Alliance, and the The Consumer Goods Forum/Forest Positive Coalition of Action, in collaboration with our partners. Over the past days, leaders from government, the private and finance sector, and civil society came together in Brasília, making strides toward a sustainable transition for Brazil’s soy and cattle sectors that support the climate and nature goals. Throughout the event, critical discussions took place, including how to advance on: - the commitments outlined by cattle and soy sector companies in the 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝟭.𝟱°𝗖; - the 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗹; - the lessons and needs from 𝘀𝗶𝘅 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 in a blueprint to achieve positive impact; - how to prepare for 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 EUDR; - key federal 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁, 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 in key biomes; - latest updates about 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗹𝘂𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘀 to enhance conservation.   These sessions underscored a shared commitment to sustainable land use, deforestation and conversion free supply chains, and collaborative efforts across sectors. Looking ahead, we’re excited to continue the engagement with a field trip tomorrow to the 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲 hosted by IDH in Juruena Valley, Mato Grosso, to observe on-the-ground advancements in sustainable cattle practices. Thank you to all our partners, speakers, and participants for your commitment to fostering a forest-positive future for Brazil’s priority landscapes. ABIEC (Associação Brasileira das Indústrias Exportadoras de Carnes), ABIOVE - Associação Brasileira das Indústrias de Óleos Vegetais, GIZ Brasil, AL-INVEST Verde, Ministerio da Agricultura, Ministério do Meio Ambiente e Mudança do Clima, WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development, Olab #Proforest #MultiStakeholderMeetings #Soy #Cattle #Sustainability #ForestPositive #BrazilClimateGoals #Partnerships

Last week Sea Pact participated in the 4th Annual Latin American Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture Summit hosted by COMEPESCA AC and Pesca Con Futuro. During the Summit, we joined Seafood Legacy and COMEPESCA AC on a panel facilitated by the Walton Family Foundation to discuss pre-competitive collaborations addressing sustainability challenges. Some takeaways from the Summit: - There are A LOT of different initiatives driving impactful sustainability outcomes across Latin America, from technology uptake to supply chain collaborations, many good things happening on the ground/water. -Prioritization is key to the success of any collaboration addressing seafood sustainability. There are many issues facing environmental and social responsibility and any path forward will require organization to increase impact and prevent scope-creep, and may vary depending on where stakeholders sit in the value chain. -Bottom-up (producer/harvester/fisher) solutions to sustainability challenges, along with market engagement efforts (top down), are vital successful long-term sustainability outcomes. Thank you again to the organizers for such a great event!

Let's talk about sustainable fish production in Lake Victoria

2024 EEIP Awardee Spotlight: Overnight Salmon by Tutuilla True Fish We're proud to announce Tutuilla True Fish as a 2024 recipient of the Economic Equity Investment Program (EEIP) Award. As stewards of traditional fishing practices, Tutuilla True Fish has embarked on an innovative project to maximize the utilization of fish by-products, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and economic growth. EEIP Impact: With the support from EEIP, Tutuilla True Fish will acquire a mobile processing unit essential for producing dried dog treats from about 50% of fish by-products that are typically unused. This initiative not only aims to double their bottom line but also sets a precedent for sustainable practices within the fishing industry. Why This Matters: Tutuilla True Fish's project is a prime example of how traditional knowledge and modern innovation can merge to create new economic opportunities while respecting and preserving cultural heritage. This venture not only supports economic development but also promotes environmental sustainability by reducing waste. By investing in such forward-thinking projects, EEIP helps foster a framework where community, culture, and conservation converge to create lasting value and intergenerational wealth. Support Tutuilla True Fish as they continue to innovate within the fishing industry, turning unused resources into valuable products and inspiring future generations to think creatively about sustainable practices. #TutuillaFish #EEIP #EconomicEquity #SustainableFishing #Innovation #CommunityImpact #EnvironmentalSustainability #InvestInOregon #ShopLocal