Regenerative Organic Agriculture: The Future Of Food
“WE CAN’T SPEAK ABOUT REGENERATIVE ORGANIC AGRICULTURE WITHOUT SPEAKING ABOUT INDIGENOUS AGRICULTURE.” – SIMPLi CO-FOUNDER SARELA HERRADA
The regenerative organic certification ensures fair wages and safe working conditions for all farmers. We at SIMPLi go a step further through our Regenerative Pathway Program (RPP) by supporting farming communities with engagement and empowerment initiatives.
Soil is at the heart of all living systems. Caring for soil is the foundation for better farming practices and ensures longevity for our food systems. The regenerative organic certification emphasizes the significance of nurturing healthy soil for greater ecosystem sustainability. Practices like cover cropping, composting, and minimal tillage help improve soil structure and fertility. We use testing to validate the health of our farm’s soil.
Building upon organic practices, the farming community implements regenerative techniques that focus on natural habitat and ecosystem restoration, improving soil health, and implementing conservation tillage for better carbon sequestration. Regenerative organic farming is different from organic farming in that it establishes a more holistic approach to land management and full ecosystem sustainability. To complete the journey, the Regenerative Organic Alliance audits the farm to ensure its practices adhere to the certification’s standards.
Additionally, farmers can now enjoy the full benefits of SIMPLi’s Regenerative Organic Program (RPP), which includes 108+ hours of classes each year on a range of topics like marketing, management, accounting, and law. They also have unlimited access to SIMPLi’s Lima office, workshops with leaders, and many more resources.
Additionally, farmers can now enjoy the full benefits of SIMPLi’s Regenerative Organic Program (RPP), which includes 108+ hours of classes each year on a range of topics like marketing, management, accounting, and law. They also have unlimited access to SIMPLi’s Lima office, workshops with leaders, and many more resources.
We at SIMPLi believe that regeneration is a journey, and we support farmers’ transition from conventional farming, transitional organic farming, or organic farming all the way up to the gold standard: Regenerative Organic Certified® farming. Our Regenerative Pathway Program (RPP) supports and incentivizes our farming partners to achieve and maintain their Regenerative Organic Certification®.
As we grew our direct supply chains globally, we collaborated closely with farmers to guarantee the authenticity and quality of our products, and the fair compensation of our farmers. Our direct supply chains also allow us to support the progression of more farms towards the Regenerative Organic Certification®. For us, the certification process is a journey towards a gold standard, and our regenerative operations team is dedicated to establishing and fostering connections with our partner farmers as they move towards regeneration. In Peru, our community managers Mario and Carlos spend their time visiting our farming communities across the countryand provide resources, knowledge, and incentives as part of the Regenerative Organic Program (RPP).
The RPP is an initiative created to uplift and empower farmers on their journey to becoming Regenerative Organic Certified® and beyond. SIMPLi provides resources to guide farmers through the journey while transitioning at each level and equipping them with resources, knowledge, and skills for success. The program extends beyond the scope of certifications—it’s a catalyst for positive social change. By investing in communities, our approach creates a domino effect that fuels long-term economic stability and uplifts communities worldwide.
The transition stage mandates three years without synthetic chemicals and adopting organic practices. After certification, USDA Organic certifies the farm as organic. Today, most communities we work with start at this phase.
Building upon organic practices, the farming community implements regenerative techniques that focus on natural habitat and ecosystem restoration. This final phase of the regenerative journey establishes a more holistic approach to land management and sustainability. To complete the journey, the Regenerative Organic Alliance audits the farm to ensure its practices adhere to the certification standards.
Additionally, farmers can now enjoy the full benefits of SIMPLi’s Regenerative Organic Program (RPP), which includes 108+ hours of classes each year on a range of topics like marketing, management, accounting, and law. They also have unlimited access to SIMPLi’s Lima office, workshops with leaders, and many more resources.
