Regenerative Organic Alliance

Sustainable Food Summit Jan 28-29th
2026-01-28 - 2026-01-29
Sustainable Foods Summit North America

Since 2009, the Sustainable Foods Summit has been covering major sustainability developments in the food industry. How do organic, fair trade and other eco-labelling schemes encourage sustainable development? What is the future evolution of plant-based foods? What is the outlook for regenerative agriculture and upcycled foods? What developments are occurring in green packaging materials? What can be done to help the food industry make the transition to a circular economy? Such questions are regularly addressed at this international series of summits.

KeHe Summer Show
2026-02-04 - 2026-02-05
ROA will join KeHe in Denver CO for their summer show

ROA - Together We ROC - Regenerative 2030 - SOLD OUT
2026-03-02 14:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Ecology Center, 32701 Alipaz St, San Juan Capistrano, CA, 92675, United States
OVERVIEW Join us in person at ROA – Together We ROC to ignite change and build a regenerative future by 2030!
Together We ROC – Regenerative 2030: Imagining the Future of Food & Farming – A forward-looking gathering at the intersection of soil, science, culture, and community Join the Regenerative Organic Alliance and Rodale Institute for an immersive, future-facing experience at the Ecology Center, a place where regenerative principles are not only discussed, but practiced.
Together We ROC -Regenerative 2030 invites farmers, brands, researchers, retailers, and changemakers to come together to explore what the next decade demands of regenerative organic agriculture—and how we collectively build the demand, trust, and systems needed to get there.
Monday – March 2, 2026; 2:00 – 5:30 pm
The Ecology Center
32701 Alipaz St, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
A Regenerative Organic Certified® farm just 30 minutes from Expo West. What to Expect 2:00 – 3:15 pm PEACE DOME SESSION
A grounded conversation about where we’re headed—and how we arrive there together

Opening Remarks & Land Acknowledgement
Keynote; Fireside Chat: “Regenerative 2030: The Future of Regenerative” ; a bold, values-driven vision discussion with some of the leaders of this movement
“The Farm Is Here” Book Reading & Reflections with Jeff Tkach, author & CEO of Rodale Institute
“Demand Flywheel” Panel Discussion: The future of regenerative organic agriculture and how we build the demand flywheel; aligning farmers, brands, retailers, and consumers around high-integrity standards

3:15 – 4:15 pm EDUCATIONAL FARM TOUR
28 acres of regenerative organic practices in action
Step into the field and experience what regeneration looks like on the ground. This guided tour brings theory to life – showcasing soil health, biodiversity, and ecosystem resilience at work. 4:15 – 5:30 pm FIELD NOTES & FRIENDS
Connectivity & Happiness hour
Close the day with an informal gathering designed for discovery and connection. Enjoy Regenerative Organic Certified beverages and bites while engaging in meaningful conversation with fellow attendees; brands, farmers, innovators, and retailers shaping the future of regenerative organic.
Why attend?
Because the path to 2030 isn’t hypothetical—it’s being built right now. This is a moment to align around shared values, deepen understanding, and leave inspired to act.
Come curious. Leave connected.
Help shape what’s next.
Interested in Sponsoring? It’s not too late!
We are accepting financial and in-kind beverage sponsors and would love to shout out your critical role in making this annual event happen. Download Sponsorship Opportunity PDF here or connect with David Green, ROA Marketing Engagement Manager if you are interested; david@regenorganic.org
THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS

Regenerative Expo at Expo West
2026-03-03 18:30 - 21:30 | Expo West 2026, 137 East Maple Avenue, Orange, CA, 92866, United States
Join Why Regenerative during Expo West for an evening convening leaders in regenerative agriculture, food brands, and retailers. Through lightning talks and networking we’ll spark new connections and accelerate regenerative CPGs on the market. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, an open bar, and a respite from the chaos of Expo.

The Farm is Here Book signing
2026-04-08 18:00 - 19:30
Join us on the road for the The Farm Is Here book tour—an inspiring series of in-person events bringing together farmers, food lovers, readers, and changemakers across the country.

At each stop, author Jeff Tkach shares his powerful personal journey—from a life-altering health crisis to discovering how regenerative organic farming can heal our bodies, our communities, and our planet. Through candid storytelling, conversation, and connection, these events explore the deep ties between soil health, human health, and the future of our food system.
Whether you’re a longtime supporter of regenerative organic agriculture or just beginning to ask questions about where your food comes from, these gatherings are designed to be welcoming, thoughtful, and engaging. Expect meaningful dialogue, signed books, and the chance to connect with people who care deeply about creating a healthier, more hopeful future.
Browse the upcoming tour stops below and join us at an event near you—we can’t wait to see you!
Book Tour – Rodale Institute

The Farm Is Here: An Evening w Jeff Tkach in Conversation w Rob Bell Tickets Apr 08, 2026 Ojai, CA | Ticketmaster

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World of Coffee - San Diego April 10-12
2026-04-10 - 2026-04-12
https://usa.worldofcoffee.org/
Panel: Does Regenerative Agriculture Represent the Future, or Is It Just a Fad?

Friday, April 10, 2026
1:30 PM 2:45 PM

Lecture Description
Coffee faces one of its greatest challenges in the management of fungal pathogens — particularly Hemileia vastatrix, the causal agent of coffee leaf rust. In recent years, nanotechnology has emerged as a promising frontier for sustainable crop protection. This session will explore how engineered nanomaterials — specifically silica-based nanoparticles functionalized with chitosan oligomers and copper ions — can activate defense pathways in coffee plants, enhance horizontal resistance, and potentially reduce the need for conventional agrochemicals.
Drawing from ongoing research and greenhouse trials with Coffea arabica varieties, we will discuss mechanisms of action, results from plant defense gene expression studies, and leaf disc infection assays evaluating disease progression. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the opportunities and limitations of applying nanotechnology in coffee agriculture, including scalability, safety, regulatory considerations, and practical adoption for smallholder farmers.
This presentation aims to bridge cutting-edge plant science and field application. It is designed for coffee producers, agronomists, sustainability leaders, and anyone interested in innovative, environmentally conscious solutions for the future of coffee farming.
Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
Time: 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm
Location: Room 24AB
Category: Sustainability

Speakers
Presenter:
Al Liu
Director of Let’s Talk Coffee, Sustainable Harvest
Moderator:

Jorge Cuevas
Chief Coffee Officer, Sustainable Harvest
Jorge is the Chief Coffee Officer at Sustainable Harvest Coffee Importers. He oversees the company’s global supply network and works proactively as a bridge between roasters and producers.
Paul Alvarez
Vice President Program Integrity & Supply Chains, Regenerative Organic Alliance
Paul Alvarez is Vice President of Program Integrity and Supply Chains at the Regenerative Organic Alliance, the Non-Profit Organization that oversees the Regenerative Organic Certified Framework (aka ROC). He focused on advancing regenerative and organic agriculture through credible and transparent systems. His work supports both smallholder and large-scale farmers and ranchers, with deep experience in coffee, global agricultural markets, and supply chain landscapes. Paul emphasizes the importance of integrity in building trust across value chains, aligning farmer livelihoods, market access, and long-term resilience. He collaborates with farmers, brands, and partners to strengthen supply chains, improve productivity, and drive meaningful impact for people, land, and local economies.

Fátima Ismael Espinoza
Producer, UCA SOPPEXCCA R.L
Fátima Ismael Ingeniera Agrónoma, con experiencia de 40 años de trabajo con organizaciones cooperativas de productores de Nicaragua. Actualmente es Gerente de UCA SOPPEXCCA R.L que es una organización de pequeños productores y desde su formación a impulsado el programa de café sostenible, de alta calidad y enfocado en la cadena de producción -exportación, así como la construcción de relaciones de largo plazo con la industria. Esta organización es pionera en alcanzar la certificación de Café Orgánico Regenerativo y la implementación de una visión de inclusión de la unidad familiar con programas educativos, sociales y ambientales.

Hovik Azadkhanian
CEO, Heirloom Coffee Roasters
Hovik Azadkhanian is a third-generation coffee roaster who has been roasting coffee since age eight. After years of roasting in his family’s small roastery in San Francisco, Hovik launched Heirloom Coffee Roasters with the goal of roasting the cleanest, healthiest coffee with the most extraordinary flavor while honoring the land, the farmer, and the people who drink it.
Heirloom quickly grew to be the fastest growing coffee brand in the U.S. and the largest Regenerative coffee brand globally. Hovik’s relentless commitment has propelled Heirloom to be a leader on the national specialty coffee stage in clean regenerative coffee

Michael Montalvan Tineo
Director Ejecutivo, Si se reconozca la cooperativa agraria cafetalera La Prosperidad de Chirinos
Michael Anthony Montalván Tineo Soy del distrito de Chirinos en Perú, toda mi vida estado vinculado al café y la agricultura, gracias al apoyo familiar logre estudiar Administración de Empresas en la Universidad Nacional Pedro Ruiz Gallo en la ciudad , mi experiencia laboral en la Cooperativa Agraria Cafetalera La Prosperidad de Chirinos:
Enero 2014-Febrero 2015 responsable de Administración y producción
Marzo 2015-Diciembre 2018 Responsable de administración finanzas
Enero del 2019 hasta la actualidad, soy Gerente General,con 14 años de experiencia trabajando con productores y certificaciones
Comercio Justo,
Orgánico,
Rain Forest Alliance
Bird Friendly
ROC.
Desde Junio 2023 soy director productor en el directorio del tostador Café Direct y de la ong Producers Direct haciendo llegar la voz de nuestros agricultores al directorio

Paul Alvarez
Vice President Program Integrity & Supply Chains, Regenerative Organic Alliance
Paul Alvarez is Vice President of Program Integrity and Supply Chains at the Regenerative Organic Alliance, the Non-Profit Organization that oversees the Regenerative Organic Certified Framework (aka ROC). He focused on advancing regenerative and organic agriculture through credible and transparent systems. His work supports both smallholder and large-scale farmers and ranchers, with deep experience in coffee, global agricultural markets, and supply chain landscapes. Paul emphasizes the importance of integrity in building trust across value chains, aligning farmer livelihoods, market access, and long-term resilience. He collaborates with farmers, brands, and partners to strengthen supply chains, improve productivity, and drive meaningful impact for people, land, and local economies.
Brendon Maxwell
Founder/Owner, Utopian Coffee Roasters

Eileen Fisher Foundation Conversations from 5-Day Summit
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-17 | eileenfisherfoundation.org
Let’s envision the possibilities of regenerative agriculture with Jim Fitzpatrick, Dieter Van den Broeck, La Rhea Pepper, Felipe Urioste and Ryan Zinn. On April 14, we look forward to sharing the second collection of recorded conversations we curated for our five-day summit. Register today at eileenfisherfoundation.org.

Conservation International
Commonland
Textile Exchange
Land to Market
Dr. Bronner’s

Collaboration is key to catalyzing regeneration. That is why we spoke to a wide range of stakeholders within this space—and now, we invite you to add your voice to our conversations and discover your place within this emerging movement. April 13-17, we’ll release a daily collection of discussions available for 24 hours via a dedicated platform where you can watch, reflect and network with a community of peers—no matter your time zone.

SF Climate Week April 20-25th
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-25
ROA will be attending events at SF Climate week – here’s a few places where we’ll be:

Farmer-Led Regenerative Agriculture Product Showcase · Monday, April 20, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

PlanetHAUS · Wednesday, April 22, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
The Future of Food Systems: From Recovery to Regeneration ·Wednesday, April 22, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Year of the Woman Farmer: The leaders shaping the future of climate-smart agriculture ·Thursday, April 23, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
From Farm to Table to Planet: How Do We Feed the World Without Destroying It? ·Thursday, April 23, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Tickets and more info at : SF Climate Week

Paso Robles - ROC™ Wine region Media event
2026-04-21 - 2026-04-23

Regenerative Strategies for Avocadoes, Citrus, and Strawberries
2026-05-04, 2026-05-11
Regenerative Strategies for Avocadoes, Citrus, and Strawberries – May4th will focus on citrus and May 11th on avocados https://www.eco-farm.org/regenerative-avocados-citrus-and-strawberries-conference
This two-day gathering, presented in partnership with EcoFarm, brings farmers, scientists, and community partners together to explore agriculture as a living ecology — where certified organic practice, regenerative outcomes, Indigenous stewardship, and the careful tending of water meet in relationship. Together, we will address the questions that sit at the edge of the future: how to remain viable, how to steward water wisely, how to support labor, and how to sustain farms across generations. In looking forward, we also look back — recognizing that many of the resilience practices needed today are rooted in the wisdom of those who have long worked in balance with the land.
Certified organic provides a trusted, regulated foundation for responsible production. Regenerative agriculture builds upon that foundation by focusing on outcomes: healthier soils, improved water retention, stronger ecosystems, and greater adaptability in times of uncertainty. True sustainability must also include the human dimensions of agriculture — fair labor, steady cash flow, and the ability to endure through long economic and environmental cycles. The resilience practices of the past, from Indigenous land stewardship to multigenerational farming knowledge, offer guidance for navigating what lies ahead.
Through field days, panels, and dialogue grounded in practice, participants will explore how water, soil, labor, markets, and certification systems function together within a dynamic ecology. The aim is to create space for honest questions about the future while learning from the adaptive strategies that have carried farming communities through change before.
May 4th will focus on Avocados and Citrus and May 11th will focus on Strawberries. Registration is $75 for one day or $140 for both days,
with lunch included each day.
