In the Eminence Organic Skin Care, we’ve always known that nourishing your skin starts with the seeds. Eminence Organics prides itself on implementing green initiatives that reduce the company’s carbon footprint since its founding in 1958, long before the word “organic” became commonplace. You may be familiar with our commitment to using natural, organic ingredients, but we’ve also always used regenerative agriculture to grow a richer, healthier earth. Regenerative agriculture is a promising approach that focuses on enhancing and maintaining the entire farm ecosystem, particularly soil health. Join us to explore why we are at the forefront of this eco-friendly movement.
What is Regenerative Agriculture?
While regenerative agriculture has only recently gained widespread attention, it has deep historical roots. This method incorporates techniques such as crop rotation, applying natural compost and supporting a diverse ecosystem. It is a way of farming that cares for the Earth as much as for the crops it produces.
While regenerative agriculture nourishes the land and promotes healthy crop growth, it also addresses a broader environmental challenge: The critical task of reducing one’s carbon footprint. The agricultural sector, including forestry and other land uses, accounts for nearly 25% of all anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, with CO2 being the main contributor to climate change. However, agriculture is also able to help solve this crisis by creating a sustainable future without carbon pollution. This may seem counterintuitive, but like the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change explains, harnessing the mitigation potential of agriculture is essential to reducing emissions. A promising approach is regenerative agriculture, which focuses on improving and maintaining the entire farm ecosystem, particularly soil health.
Regenerative agriculture, although recently gaining widespread attention, has deep historical roots. Traditionally, farmers instinctively used methods that honored and maintained the natural balance of the land. This approach lost its importance with the Industrial Revolution, which modernized agriculture but at the cost of environmental health. Now there is a resurgence of regenerative agriculture, highlighting its growing importance and necessity in modern agriculture. Let’s examine the key differences between regenerative agriculture, known for its use of natural fertilizers and compost that enriches the soil, and the methods used in conventional agriculture.
Regenerative Agriculture Vs. Conventional Agriculture
In the world of agriculture, traditional regeneration techniques are making a major resurgence. So, what’s the difference?
Regenerative agriculture:
- It incorporates natural and organic fertilizers
- Includes compost, which strengthens the soil
- Apply gentle sanding when needed
- Maintains weed cover
- Uses crop rotation
- Biodiversity champions
Conventional farming:
- It relies on synthetic pesticides and fertilizers
- It rarely includes compost
- Requires/Uses frequent fragrance
- Removes weeds
- It uses monoculture or polyculture
- It focuses on high crop yield
Our mission of regenerative agriculture
From the beginning, Eminence Certified Organic Farm, nestled between the rivers Danube and Tisza, has been committed to regenerative agriculture. Our farmers practice crop rotation and natural composting and encourage biodiversity, which rejuvenates the land. These techniques ensure that the ingredients used in our products are grown in a way that is environmentally sustainable and supports the local ecosystem.
Regenerative Farming Techniques We Love
Composting
A completely natural way of fertilization! We let our organic waste break down into nutritious compost that can be added back to the soil.
Winter weed cover
Weeds aren’t all bad. Winter weed cover provides nutrients for spring crops and helps the soil retain water.
Crop rotation
A different field is given time to rest each season, allowing the soil to replenish essential nutrients.
Fallow Fields
Each season, a different field is given time to rest, allowing the soil to replenish essential nutrients.
Companion planting
We place plants near their friends! Consider planting bug-repelling calendula near bug attractants like tomatoes to provide natural protection.
Improved soil quality
With minimal processing and nutrient enrichment, regenerative agriculture improves soil quality, leading to healthier, nutrient-dense crops at Eminence Certified Organic Farm.
Improved water conservation
Efficient use of water is a hallmark of regenerative agriculture. The techniques reduce water use, enhance soil water retention and minimize harmful runoff.
Diversity in ecosystems
Crop rotation and pesticide avoidance encourage a variety of plants and support local wildlife, promoting balanced ecosystems and cleaner air.
Tackling Climate Change
Our commitment to nature goes hand in hand with our commitment to planet Earth. Regenerative agriculture plays a critical role in sequestering carbon emissions and promoting the development of robust crops, contributing significantly to mitigating climate change.
Community involvement
Eminence’s farm is part of a global network of sustainable farms, contributing to new economic opportunities and ecological restoration.
We are committed to finding organic, Earth-friendly solutions in every aspect of our business. You can learn more about our green initiatives here. What things do you like to do to help the planet? Let us know in the comments below or chat with us on social media.
