YourForest Podcast’s Post

🚨Our podcast is now out on YouTube! Contrary to popular perceptions, grass is actually a superhero and an essential component of our global ecosystem. Grasslands serve as significant carbon sinks, helping to sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, which is vital in mitigating climate change and aiding agriculture. Additionally, these ecosystems support a vast array of biodiversity, providing habitat for numerous species. In the first episode of Rootmaps - an immersive podcast by Good Food Movement - Shashi Kumar (CEO and Founder of Akshayakalpa Organic) highlights how it is important for modern agriculture to appreciate their superpowers and not regard them as useless. Despite their critical role, grasslands are frequently undervalued and threatened by human activities leading to rapid depletion. Almost always they are considered "wastelands" - not useful for humans. Shashi stresses on the urgent need to unlearn this notion of grasses being "useless" and preserve these vital ecosystems. FULL VIDEO HERE: https://lnkd.in/gdr2HDW2 #grasslands #carbonsequestration #goodfoodmovement

🌾🔧 Diverse Strategies for Farmland Preservation: Insights from Becky Huttenga 🎧 In an insightful episode of The Ag Culture Podcast, Becky Huttenga emphasizes the complexity of farmland preservation: "Effective farmland preservation requires multiple tools and strategies to address various challenges." Discover how a multi-faceted approach, including zoning laws, conservation easements, and community engagement, is necessary to effectively safeguard agricultural lands from urban sprawl and other threats. Becky discusses the need for adaptable strategies that meet the unique needs of different communities and landscapes. 🔊 Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the robust toolkit needed for successful farmland preservation. The episode is available on all main platforms: https://lnkd.in/g85SqSwP #AgCulture #AgPodcast #Ag #Agriculture #Preservation #Farmland #Sustainability #Conservation #SustainableFarming #FarmlandPreservation #BeckyHuttenga #SustainableFarming #AgriculturePodcast #LandConservation #Challenges #PreservationStrategies #AgCulturePodcast

Hey everyone! Exciting news, if you are passionate about wildlife conservation, sustainability, climate action, and understanding how we can all make a difference, you’ll want to check out *Two Ryan's: One Planet Podcast*! Hosted by Ryan Eddowes (Zoologist & Herpetologist) and Ryan Parker (Conservationist), this podcast dives deep into the environmental challenges facing our planet today and explores practical, inspiring solutions. Each episode features engaging conversations with experts, activists, and leaders who are on the front lines of change. What to Expect: - Discussions on climate change, renewable energy, and sustainable living - Interviews with innovators and activists fighting for a greener future - Tips and ideas to help YOU contribute to the health of our planet We understand the amount of information out there about, wildlife, the environment and climate change, it can all be rather overwhelming, this podcast is here to take all of that and make it something less complex. Whether you’re new to the environmental movement or a seasoned advocate, the Two Ryan’s bring you fresh perspectives, powerful stories, and actionable insights. Let’s come together and make a real impact—one episode at a time. Follow and tune in to the Two Ryan's: One Planet Podcast.  Let’s protect our world, together. #Sustainability #ClimateAction #OnePlanet #TwoRyansPodcast #GreenLiving #EcoWarriors #wildlife #animals #conservation

You know where there is a lot of untapped #ClimateInfluence ? In the world of #sport / #sports. Read up on Madeleine Orr here, follow her on whatever platforms, and then... ... understand/integrate how #venues #stadiums #teams and #athletes have massive #storytelling mechanisms they can leverage from their platforms to nudge fans into more #climate and #sustainability awareness. In #food. In #transportation. In #EVs. In #cities. In #socialjustice. And beyond.

Our forest strategy needs a reset! In this episode of YourForest Podcast, host Matthew Kristoff, RPF delves with Mark Anielski into a transformative approach to forest management: What if we could manage forests not just for timber but for the full spectrum of ecological and community values they provide? With the growing threats of wildfires, insect infestations, and unpredictable environmental changes, there’s an urgent need to shift how we view forest stewardship. Forest managers are often expected to protect habitats, water quality, and even provide spaces for recreation, but they’re limited by a system that mostly values timber. Imagine if we could change that. By supporting forest companies financially to manage areas for watershed health, wildlife habitats, and cultural uses, we’d allow them to make more sustainable, balanced decisions that benefit both nature and communities. This isn’t just good for the ecosystem—it’s essential for the industry’s survival. When a mill suddenly loses its timber supply to a wildfire, it impacts the business and local livelihoods. But with diversified income streams, forest managers could approach their work with a sustainable mindset that doesn’t just prevent damage but actively supports multiple forest values. 🎧Listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/guJ6q_fY 🔗 Checkout the Podcast on the website: https://lnkd.in/gtmVEGu6 #ForestManagement #SustainableForestry #SharedValues #EcologicalBalance #YourForest

Sustaining forests starts with communities. In this episode of YourForest Podcast, host Matthew Kristoff, RPF invites Lauren Oakes, author of Tree Keepers: The Race for a Forested Future, to explore the bigger picture behind reforestation. Planting trees is only a small piece of the puzzle. The real challenge lies in scaling seed production, ensuring proper care through monitoring and watering, and fostering long-term stewardship. At the heart of it all is the need for local communities to feel economically and personally invested in the forests around them. Without this connection, even the best planting efforts risk failing. Real change requires more than planting—it demands a system that supports forests and the people who depend on them. Forests are living systems, not just carbon sponges. Their survival hinges on people, policies, and partnerships that make long-term care possible. It’s not about quick wins—it’s about building a future where forests and communities thrive together. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/g2TJX3iS #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Reforestation #TreePlanting #ForestRestoration #CommunityInvolvement

 Balancing Growth and Giving Back to Nature 🌍 On this episode of Culturally Sound, we sit down with James Ewens to explore a refreshing perspective: growth doesn’t have to come at the cost of nature. From penguins to tigers to lions, James shares stories of unique projects that connect business innovation with wildlife conservation. 🌿 🧩 Key Insight: Thriving in urban environments doesn’t mean ignoring the natural world. Businesses can grow, scale, and still find ways to give back to the ecosystems we depend on. With US growth driving new opportunities, James discusses how giving back to the wider world of nature is becoming a bigger priority—and why it matters now more than ever. 💡 This episode is a must-listen for leaders looking to align their success with positive impact. 📢 Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/e96F-AuV #CulturallySoundPodcast #WildlifeConservation #SustainableBusiness #LeadershipWithPurpose #EnvironmentalImpact#UrbanInnovation SEO: James Ewens podcast guest, wildlife conservation projects, sustainable business growth, balancing urban growth and nature, giving back to ecosystems, Culturally Sound Podcast, business-driven conservation, biodiversity preservation, scaling with purpose, US growth and environmental impact.

Earth Day is Monday. 🌎🌻 But let's celebrate it early. Watch a few of these documentaries this weekend. I put together this list of 21 documentaries (40+ hours) to help inspire a lifetime of eating and deepen our relationship with how every bite we take impacts the Earth we depend on. Find the entire list of films in the comments below. Because... "Eating is an agricultural act" - Wendell Berry One of the most significant impacts humans have made on the planet is through agriculture. Which, of course, humanity depends on to feed, clothe, and shelter itself. Farming has reshaped landscapes, displaced wildlife, and disturbed ecosystems globally. But farming regeneratively is the answer to the woes of historical degradation. Loving Mother Earth and farming productively can coexist harmoniously. Farming can have a net-positive impact on human health, food security, wildlife biodiversity, resource management, and ecological resilience. I invite you to let these documentaries deepen your connection to Mother Earth and your connection to your food. I also encourage you to plant some trees or flowers this weekend.🌻 Let's strive to have reverence for Earth every single day and not just one day per year! Add more documentaries in the comments if I missed ones that have inspired you! #soilhealth #sustainableagriculture #farming #regeneration #organicfarming #regenerativeagriculture #farm #earthday #climate #conservation #ecology

Eliminate cows? Can’t feed the world? Need Bill and his tech cohort 💰? Not enough land? ALL WRONG. We’re just doing it wrong. More important than ruminant methane emissions is regenerating the soil, the ecosystems, the wildlife. Which means: Stop industrial crop production. Stop CAFO intense animal “processing” Stop poisoning the land, air, sea and water supply. Strangely enough, much of the above can be done with regenerative models. These take the way the ecosystem (including humans) co-existed and give them a modern twist, relevant to our current predicament. So vote with your feet. Stop getting wound up about cows. Stop buying AgTech produced food (from grains to factory chickens) And support your local regenatice farmer. #midlifemetabolichealth #environment #regenerative #planet

🚨 The State of the World’s Mangroves 2024 edition is out! We have been saying they are the Unsung Heroes of our planet, and this year's edition reveals groundbreaking science that reaffirms the critical role of mangroves in combating climate change and supporting coastal communities. Scroll through, and if you do, there is plenty to learn! In this edition, you'll discover: 📸 60+ Case Studies & Photo Stories: Bring to life the tireless efforts of field teams working on the ground—and two of our pilot projects are featured! 📊 FAO Insights: Sheds light on the drivers of mangrove loss and its impact on food security. 🔍 IUCN Report: Highlighting the alarming threats of climate change to these vital ecosystems and those who rely on them. 🌊 Mangrove Breakthrough Updates: Covering policy advances and new initiatives. 💰 Funder Perspectives: Exploring innovative financing and investment opportunities in mangrove conservation. 🗺️ Global Mangrove Watch v4 Map: This is really cool stuff! It showcases how loss alerts are enhancing monitoring capabilities. 🐟 New Fisheries Model: Estimating the immense value of mangroves in supporting livelihoods and biodiversity. Dive into these stories and see how mangroves are much more than just trees. They’re our frontline defence against climate change. Thank you, Global Mangrove Alliance for bringing this all together.