Investing Together in Regenerative Agriculture

Fragile Foundations

Healthy soil is the backbone of our global food system.

We all rely on fruit and vegetables grown in regions that are increasingly affected by extreme weather and resource stress. Some projections suggest that if current practices continue, global agricultural productivity could fall by up to 30% by 2050. Crops that provide around 70% of the world’s calories, could see average yield drops of over 10% [1].

It is clear that current farming models are no longer viable, and we need to build a new one that works for both people and planet.

The Support Gap

Research from the European Alliance for Regenerative Agriculture (EARA) found that regenerative farms produce comparable yields to conventional ones, while using 62% less synthetic nitrogen fertiliser and 76% fewer pesticides[2]. These are meaningful improvements that reduce environmental impact and cut input costs for farmers.

But switching to regenerative methods is not without complications. It comes with costs, new risks, and the need for new skills. Farmers need clear incentives, access to advice and long-term financial support for the transition to succeed.

Whilst progress has been made, there remains a lack of options to help commercial farmers de-risk and adopt lower GHG emission inputs. There are not enough resources to ensure the commercial change needed for the future of sustainable farming.