The Impact on Mental Health

When we compare regenerative farmers and non-regenerative farmers, we are seeing emerging evidence that regenerative farmers have higher wellbeing. But what's really interesting is that their wellbeing tends to be better during the challenging times, and that's actually when we really want to see wellbeing being protected. ~ Associate Professor Jacki Schirmer

When I was a traditional farmer, my mental health was atrocious. I know I was depressed for a year or more because I was in this trap. And then once I made the shift to regenerative agriculture, that started to change. We've found more than satisfactory profits without the stress and so much more enjoyment in what we're doing and watching health return to the land. ~ Charles Massy