Global Roots
Model Project
Global Roots is raising funds for a project to transition degraded agricultural land that is used for livestock production to plant-based systems and conservation. The model project uses a holistic approach binding conservation, regenerative agriculture, nutritional science, and education in a community food hub. The model relies on community land trusts to ensure lasting impact and equitable governance. We envision this project as a first demonstration of how this model can be applied to a variety of contexts around the world where livestock production and consumption is having outsized impacts.
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Below is a potential model for transitioning 100 acres.
→ 90 acres conservation
Rewilded into native habitat fostering biodiversity
Sustainable forestry plan encouraging long term succession goals sustainable forestry practices
Outdoor recreation hiking trails
Academic studies assessing best practices in rewilding degraded agricultural landscapes and evaluation of ecosystem services
→ 4 acres plant-based farms
Four 1 acre farms growing plant-based produce
Shared equipment, tools, and infrastructure
Cooperative model with streamlined sales and marketing
→ .5 acre nutrition education center
Community health immersion programs and cooking courses
Preventing and reversing chronic illnesses with food as medicine sourced on-site
Community kitchen for community and value-added farm products
→ 4 acres mixed orchard
Agroforestry system with nuts, fruits, vines, and support species
Shared processing and value-added production
Cooperative model with streamlined sales and marketing
→ 1.5 acres of community gardens
300 garden beds measuring 50x2.5’
Community gathering and placemaking
Youth engagement building strong connections to food