In this episode of the Deep Seed podcast, we're joined by Chuck de Liedekerke, the co-founder and CEO of Soil Capital. With a rich background in finance and a profound commitment to sustainable agriculture, Chuck has been at the forefront of transforming the agricultural landscape through regenerative practices and innovative carbon certification programs.
Guest
Chuck de Liedekerke
Date
March 19, 2024
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Chuck shares his journey from the world of investment banking to becoming a leading advocate for soil health and climate change solutions. Soil Capital, under his leadership, has emerged as a beacon of hope, demonstrating how regenerative agriculture not only restores our ecosystems but also offers a meaningful solution to climate change.
Key topics we explored:
Chuck's transition from finance to farming and the founding of Soil Capital
Regenerative agriculture as a climate solution
How regenerative practices offer a win-win for farmers, the environment, and the climate
The economic viability of regenerative practices
Challenges and opportunities in scaling regenerative agriculture
How carbon certification can incentivize and reward farmers.
Regenerative agriculture vs agroecology
Soil Capital's vision for the future
The need for businesses to invest more in regenerative agriculture
Soil Capital is also a partner of this podcast, making it possible for me to create high quality educational material available to anyone online for free.
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