The Risks of Nature Commodification
May 16, 2025
We launched our Growing American Farmer Prosperity Program in late 2022 to address the mounting pressures faced by smallholder farmers in the US: rising input costs, climate variability, aging demographics, and limited access to markets. Our program directly supports smallholder farmer adoption of regenerative agricultural practices, which can substantially lower input costs, increase climate resilience, enhance yields, and stabilize farm profitability.
A central goal is to attract and retain younger farmers by making farming more accessible, financially viable, and future oriented.
For companies seeking to build resilient, ethical, and climate-smart supply chains, our program offers a scalable and strategic solution. Through partnering with farmers through the program, businesses can ensure a reliable supply of high-quality agricultural products while supporting the long-term viability of smallholder farms.
N4J provides science-based, hands-on support from experienced regenerative farmers to guide implementation and adaptation of best practices.
Farmers are organized into collaborative groups to collectively meet the volume and quality standards required by commercial buyers.
The program tracks key performance indicators such as soil health (e.g., carbon levels), crop productivity, and economic outcomes to validate success and guide improvements.
Where needed, finance is mobilized to help farmers manage transition costs or invest in essential regenerative infrastructure.
Peer-to-peer learning is supported through localized hubs where farmers exchange techniques and innovations tailored to specific crops and growing conditions.
Recognized local leaders in regenerative practices serve as champions and mentors, encouraging wider adoption and providing trusted, context and product-specific advice.
Farmers are connected to N4J’s network of collaborators—technical advisors, supply chain partners, and financial services—to fill gaps and extend capabilities.
By lowering entry barriers and providing mentorship, the program actively supports and inspires young people to pursue farming as a career.
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At Nature For Justice (N4J), we’re working with global and local partners to lay the foundation for climate justice. Regenerative agriculture and resilient food systems refer to holistic approaches to ...
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