Conventional agriculture accounts for nearly 24 percent of greenhouse gas emissions and threatens more than 80 percent of species already at risk of extinction. Sustainable farming methods seek to reduce the harm that conventional practices (like applying harsh pesticides) do to land, whereas regenerative agriculture goes beyond a harm-reduction approach to restore ecosystems and add to nature’s richness.
This page features information about the Rainforest Alliance's work on regenerative agriculture and links to all our related content and resources.
We consider sustainability to be a journey—and for us, the final destination is regeneration. Building on our many years of experience in tropical agriculture, we are now supporting farms and companies that are ready to transition to a regenerative model.
What does regenerative agriculture look like in practice? Here the Rainforest Alliance breaks down its core components.
The Rainforest Alliance offers companies the tools they need to advance to a regenerative model.
Download this sell sheet on how companies can shift to regenerative agriculture within their supply chains and in the regions they source from—and how we can help.
Nicaragua’s La Cumplida coffee farm, certified under our new Regenerative Agriculture Standard, is proving how regenerative coffee can restore ecosystems and strengthen rural livelihoods. It blends shade-grown coffee, reforestation, and community investment to show that sustainability and profit go hand in hand.
The Rainforest Alliance announces its new Regenerative Agriculture Standard, a specialized certification solution designed to help farmers and companies build more resilient livelihoods and restore ecosystems across tropical landscapes.
Built on decades of experience, our new standard helps farmers and companies implement regenerative agriculture practices for real-world impact.... Continue Reading
Why Regenerative Agriculture Certification is a powerful tool for companies seeking to improve soil health, biodiversity, and climate impacts.... Continue Reading
For companies committed to regenerative outcomes, the benefits of Regenerative Agriculture Certification are clear, credible, and long-lasting.... Continue Reading
For companies, driving the transition to regenerative agriculture is not only a responsibility but also a huge opportunity. By investing in regenerative practices, you can create resilient supply chains to safeguard future supply, build credibility with consumers, and secure lasting benefits for soil, biodiversity, and farmers.