Regenerative Agriculture, Biodiversity, and the Future of Sustainable Food with Joni Kindwall-Moore

In this episode of the Made to Sustain podcast, host Kelly D'Amico interviews Joni Kindwill-Moore about her background in ethnobotany and ethnopharmacology and her current work in regenerative agriculture, nutrition advocacy with farmers, and her brand, Snacktivist.

Joni shares insights on the impacts of climate change on agricultural practices and highlights the benefits of adopting regenerative farming techniques. She discusses underutilized crops like millet and sorghum, their role in enhancing soil health and climate adaptability, and their integration into products by her company, Snacktivist. The conversation emphasizes the importance of biodiversity, soil conservation, and the need for farmers to transition away from chemical dependencies. The episode concludes with discussing the potential and challenges of bringing regenerative products to the mainstream market and the broader implications for food sustainability.

00:00 Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture

00:18 Welcome to the Podcast

00:24 Guest Introduction: Joni Kindwill Moore

02:56 Climate Change and Agriculture

03:55 Opportunities in Crop Diversification

07:11 Innovations in Sorghum and Millet

08:40 The Importance of Climate-Adaptive Crops

11:35 Exploring the Benefits of Sorghum

15:11 Joni's Journey into Agriculture and Science

23:59 Challenges and Opportunities in Regenerative Farming

30:34 Holistic Approach to Agriculture

31:54 The Role of Genetic Modification

34:01 Diversity in Agriculture

35:33 Challenges and Solutions in Food Production

37:47 The Importance of Regenerative Agriculture

38:57 Snacktivist and Future Projects

43:28 Consumer Awareness and Food Sustainability

49:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links

snacktivist.com

Madetosustain.com

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