Actual Impact of Regenerative Farming
Practices for Family Rice Farm
ATKINS, Ark., July 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ralston Family
Farms, a women-owned rice farming company, has achieved
certification from Regenified™, a leading third-party regenerative
verification and supply chain solution company. Demonstrating its
commitment to regenerative agriculture practices across all 6,000
acres, the Arkansas family farm
works diligently to improve soil health, enhance biodiversity,
water conservation, and foster ecosystem resiliency through
regenerative practices such as cover cropping, crop rotation, and
no-till planting. Certification marks a milestone in the
multi-generational family farm's ongoing journey towards advancing
regenerative practices through Regenified's 5-tier
system.
Robin Ralston, co-owner of
Ralston Family Farms, said, "It's increasingly clear that the real
impact emerges from the synergy of linking these practices,
culminating in a holistic strategy. Regenerative practices not only
benefit the environment, but they can also bolster the farm's
economic sustainability." She adds, "The first step is deciding to
farm regeneratively. Regenified met us where we were on the
journey, giving us the guidance and confidence to move forward for
certification."
The Ralston's commitment to regenerative farming extends beyond
certification. By practicing minimal soil disturbance and fostering
a network of plant roots and fungi, soil health is enhanced. This
biodiversity improves nutrient cycling and natural pest control,
creating a resilient environment. Focusing on the soil microbiome
and producing nutrient-rich food benefits consumers and the
environment. The Ralstons are seeing the transformative impact of
regenerative farming on their land and yields. Regenerative
agriculture goes beyond sustainability to regenerate the land for
future generations through principles that bolster soil health and
overall land quality.
"The national reach of Ralston Family Farms' rice
means consumers can support regenerative farming through
their everyday choices," says Salar
Shemirani, CEO of Regenified. "The Ralston's commitment to
regenerative practices highlights the tangible benefits that can be
achieved, encouraging others to follow their lead in transforming
our food systems from the ground up."
As demand for transparency in food sources continues to rise,
achieving regenerative certification — marked on the shelf by the
Certified Regenified™ seal — will help assure
consumers that the rice they purchase from Ralston Family Farms
supports a movement to drive positive change for the planet.
"The result is good for our bottom line and good for the
environment," said Tim Ralston,
co-owner of Ralston Family Farms. "We're honored to have Regenified
validate our long-term efforts with certification. We are dedicated
to farming with nature to produce high-quality, regenerative
rice."
ABOUT RALSTON FAMILY FARMS
Ralston Family Farms, a multi-generational and women-owned rice
farming company in Atkins,
Arkansas, is committed to regenerative practices. The farm
oversees the entire vertical process from planting to harvesting to
packaging, ensuring top-quality rice with eco-friendly, patented
packaging to reduce plastic. Their zero-waste philosophy
repurposes milling byproducts, and a new solar array fulfills all
electrical needs. Advocating for natural, American-grown foods,
they offer varieties such as Aromatic Purple, Red, Nature's Blend,
Jasmine, Basmati, and Golden Light-Brown
Rice, available nationwide. Ralston Family Farms is located
at 321 Atkins Bottom Rd., Atkins,
Arkansas. For more information about Ralston Family Farms,
visit https://www.ralstonfamilyfarms.com/learn-more.
ABOUT REGENIFIED™
Regenified is a practice and outcome-based land verification and
product certification program that champions regenerative
agriculture. Founded by a team of regenerative farming pioneers,
experts, and innovators, Regenified promotes practices that enhance
biodiversity, soil health, water quality, and nutrient richness
while aligning with nature. Regenified verifies and certifies
farms, ranches, and products that restore ecosystems and regenerate
soil, ensuring a legacy for future generations. Committed to
cultivating a regenerative world, Regenified guides farms and
brands toward practices that rejuvenate the Earth, support thriving
ecosystems and transform agriculture into a healing force for our
planet. Farmers and buyers interested in learning more should
visit www.regenified.com
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