2025 Year In Review
More acres transitioned, more farmers empowered, more students trained, and more groundbreaking science — we accomplished a lot together this year.
Rodale Institute continues to lead the world’s transition to regenerative organic agriculture.
Through groundbreaking science, best-in-class farmer training, consulting, and public education, Rodale Institute is driving a shift toward agricultural systems that rebuild soil health, strengthen rural economies, improve food systems, and support environmental resilience. We’re proving every day that organic isn’t just an ideal — it’s a science-backed path to restoring our environment and strengthening the livelihoods of those who feed us.
Our 2025 Progress
133,061 acres transitioned
from conventional to organic methods
4,100+ people educated
farmers, educators, healthcare professionals, and consumers
895 farmers empowered
by our organic consulting team
20 peer-reviewed articles published
and 46 expert presentations delivered
450,000+ website visitors
plus 158K social followers, and 59K email subscribers
11 research projects
including America's longest-running study of organic vs. conventional methods
Rodale Institute was named one of the Most Innovative Companies of 2025 by Fast Company
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Our 2025 Impact
Global Recognition
Rodale Institute is increasingly recognized as the leading voice advancing regenerative organic agriculture for climate, health, and resilience.
- Active leadership at Climate Week NYC and Organic Week, shaping the national conversation on climate, food, and health
- Finalist: Reuters' Global Sustainability Awards 2025 Biodiversity Champion Award
- Featured in Forbes, Fast Company, EcoWatch, and additional national media outlets
Expanding Access to Regenerative Education
Rodale’s digital learning ecosystem is accelerating global knowledge-sharing.
- 4,100+ farmers, farmworkers, educators, healthcare professionals, and consumers trained through workshops and field days, seminars, and webinars
- Hosted a new Farm to Institution Regenerative Healthcare Symposium held in partnership with the University of Virginia
- Expanded catalog of online trainings and toolkits
Science That Shifts Systems
Our research continues to shape farming practices and policies across the globe.
- 10 Ph.D. scientists published 20 peer-reviewed articles
- 11 ongoing research projects, including:
- Farming Systems Trial, which is in its 44th season
- Vegetable Systems Trial, which is in its 9th season
- A new Diverse Systems Trial
Scaling Regenerative Organic Acres
Farmers nationwide are transitioning to regenerative organic systems with our support.
- 21 consultants supporting 845 active farm clients — serving all 50 states
- 133,061 acres transitioning away from conventional methods
- Achieved Regenerative Organic CertifiedTM Bronze Certification at our Main Campus Farm & Founders Farm
Training the Next Generation of Organic Farmers
Our workforce development programs are fueling the future of agriculture.
- 13 students completed the Rodale Institute Farmer Training Program, joining 136 alumni
- Continued strong participation from U.S. veterans starting new careers in farming