Rodale Institute
About Rodale Institute
Rodale Institute is a nonprofit dedicated to pioneering organic farming through research and outreach, demonstrating that regenerative organic agriculture is the solution to our global health crisis.
"To improve the health and wellbeing of people and the planet through regenerative organic agriculture."
Visit WebsiteWhy They Were Selected
Operates the longest-running side-by-side comparison of organic vs. conventional farming (since 1981)
Research has influenced organic certification standards worldwide
Farmer training programs have educated 50,000+ farmers
Leads regenerative organic certification development
How They Align with One Health
Human Health
Rodale's research demonstrates how organic produce is more nutrient-dense and free from harmful pesticide residues, directly impacting human health.
Environmental Health
The Farming Systems Trial proves organic systems sequester more carbon, use less energy, and support greater biodiversity than conventional agriculture.
Food Systems
By training farmers and influencing policy, Rodale Institute is scaling regenerative organic practices across the food system.
Their Impact
"Healthy soil equals healthy food equals healthy people."
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