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• Regenerative farming is wildlife friendly and works with nature.

 

• Biodiversity is increased. A wide variety of plants are grown on the land, not just single crops. It has been found that growing at least 7 different plant species in a field traps the maximum amount of carbon in the field 

 

• Less ploughing, keeping ground cover, and reducing the use of chemicals, pesticides and synthetic fertilizers allows ecosystems to re-establish. More insects, worms and micro-fauna provide food for higher levels in the food chain. resulting in a more diverse environment and more species survive.

 

• Agroforestry which is growing more trees on farms is encouraged. The tree roots improve the soil structure, prevent soil erosion, reduce flooding, provide shade for animals and act as a wind break shielding crops. Trees planted along streams and rivers prevent run-off from farms and pollution into the water courses.

 

• The water cycle system is reduced. This is important to climate change as water vapor is a greenhouse gas. By having healthier soil with more ground cover, less tilling of soil and less exposed bare land, more water is then retained in the soil and not released into the atmosphere as water vapor.

 

• Using chemicals on crops disrupts the soil’s ability to store carbon and the crops ultimately become 'weaker' and less able to cope with pests, disease and extreme weather. Regenerative agriculture will produce more resilient crops without the need for chemicals, pesticides and artificial fertilizers.

 

• Climate change is disrupting food production with drought and flood. There is a need to adapt to our changing environment and diversify the crops grown.

 

• Better animal welfare is promoted by the raising of farm animals outside on mixed pasture. Animals live a more natural life and have a more varied diet. Animals are fitter and healthier and need less antibiotics.