In this episode of the Made to Sustain podcast, host Kelly D'Amico interviews Joni Kindwill-Moore about her background in ethnobotany and ethnopharmacology and her current work in regenerative agriculture, nutrition advocacy with farmers, and her brand, Snacktivist. Joni shares insights on the impacts of climate change on agricultural practices and highlights the benefits of adopting regenerative farming techniques. She discusses underutilized crops like millet and sorghum, their role in enhancing soil health and climate adaptability, and their integration into products by her company, Snacktivist. The conversation emphasizes the importance of biodiversity, soil conservation, and the need for farmers to transition away from chemical dependencies. The episode concludes with discussing the potential and challenges of bringing regenerative products to the mainstream market and the broader implications for food sustainability.00:00 Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture00:18 Welcome to the Podcast00:24 Guest Introduction: Joni Kindwill Moore02:56 Climate Change and Agriculture03:55 Opportunities in Crop Diversification07:11 Innovations in Sorghum and Millet08:40 The Importance of Climate-Adaptive Crops11:35 Exploring the Benefits of Sorghum15:11 Joni's Journey into Agriculture and Science23:59 Challenges and Opportunities in Regenerative Farming30:34 Holistic Approach to Agriculture31:54 The Role of Genetic Modification34:01 Diversity in Agriculture35:33 Challenges and Solutions in Food Production37:47 The Importance of Regenerative Agriculture38:57 Snacktivist and Future Projects43:28 Consumer Awareness and Food Sustainability49:52 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsLinkssnacktivist.com Madetosustain.com Support our sponsorsOne Step Closer: https://osc2.org/Join the Pack Pack: https://packaginginnovationportal.com/consumerpackpact/ Juneberry Ridge: https://juneberry.com

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