Designing a Regenerative Future with Cate Havstad-Casad

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Regenerative by Design

Joni Kindwall-Moore

54 episodes

3 months ago

Regenerative by Design Podcast where we get to the root of health, climate, economics and food. Host, Joni Kindwall-Moore, is an RN, an Ethnobotanist and the founder of Snacktivist Foods. Join us on this journey as we explore the ideas, stories and personalities behind the regenerative food system movement including climate change, human health, economics and food as well as other deeply interconnected topics. In this podcast, we will be “going there” and leaning into topics that might make you squirm… just a little. We want to challenge ourselves to think outside of the box and to discover the deeper side of our world’s problems so that we can better understand how to solve them. We aim to unpack some of the most dynamic issues of our day with some of the most inspiring minds who are pushing the boundaries of our current norms and thinking paradigms. We have seen incredibly disruptive events in the past few years like pandemics, climate events, disasters and war. These often trigger system changes that are reactionary and have short term gains. When these are practiced over the long term, they often have a degenerative effect on health and the environment. Regenerative design thinking is the opposite, and is an intentional, premeditated process that involves a high level of observation, analysis, creativity, and looking beyond reductionistic principles while embracing systems thinking and additionality to create regenerative solutions. Regenerative agriculture has become a powerful force for positive transformation and hope in todays world. And no discussion about agriculture is complete without a conversation about food. Food is the connection between people and the planet so grab a cup of coffee or your favorite running shoes and get ready to take a mental and philosophical leap into the future of food and our planet.

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Society & Culture

Health & Fitness,

Nutrition

Designing a Regenerative Future with Cate Havstad-Casad

Regenerative by Design

41 minutes

1 year ago

Designing a Regenerative Future with Cate Havstad-Casad

Episode Summary:
In this episode of Regenerative By Design, host Joni sits down with Cate Havstad-Casad, master hat maker and founder of Range Revolution, a regenerative leather goods company. Cate shares her inspiring journey, starting with an apprenticeship as a Western hat maker and her transition into organic and biodynamic farming with her husband. Over the last decade, Cate has helped scale their farm to manage 400 acres, focusing on regenerative practices despite significant water challenges in the arid West.

Cate and Joni discuss the importance of design in influencing people’s actions and thinking. Cate emphasizes how her business, Range Revolution, pulls cattle hides destined for landfills back into the supply chain, supporting regenerative ranchers and promoting sustainable fashion. They also explore the complex value chain of leather production and the difficulties of creating a truly regenerative supply chain in the fashion industry.

The conversation also touches on the critical need for better marketing and education to bridge the gap between consumers and regenerative practices. Cate shares her thoughts on the power of fashion to lead cultural conversations and influence daily choices around sustainability.

If you're interested in sustainable fashion, regenerative agriculture, or how design can inspire meaningful change, this episode is packed with insights and inspiring stories.

Key Topics Covered:

Cate’s journey into design, farming, and regenerative practices
The role of Range Revolution in the regenerative leather industry
The challenges of building a regenerative supply chain in fashion
Marketing and education as essential tools for promoting regeneration
The importance of fashion in driving cultural narratives around sustainability

Notable Quotes:

“Design at its best inspires people to see, think, and act differently.” – Cate Havstad-Casad
“Every day, we participate in agriculture by getting dressed.” – Cate Havstad-Casad

Where to Find Cate:

Call to Action:
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Regenerative by Design is hosted by Snacktivist. Snacktivist creates baking mixes and finished products that are allergy-friendly, soil, water, and carbon-focused, all while radically impacting human nutrition by transforming staple foods into something more than just empty calories. Visit snacktivistfoods.com to learn more.

Funding for the Regenerative By Design Podcast was made possible by a grant/cooperative agreement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service. The podcast's contents are solely the authors' responsibility and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA.