Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode of *Climate Confident*, I chat with Charlie Angelakos, Global VP of External Affairs and Sustainability at McCain Foods, about their groundbreaking commitment to 100% regenerative agriculture by 2030.
Charlie shares how McCain is working directly with 3,500 farmers globally to implement sustainable farming practices that reduce emissions, conserve resources, and improve soil health. We discuss the concept of regenerative agriculture—what it is, why it’s vital, and how McCain is supporting farmers through training, financial incentives, and innovative pilot projects like their Farms of the Future.
We also explore the challenges of driving systemic change in agriculture, the importance of collaboration across the food industry, and the critical role consumers play in creating a more sustainable future. With real-world examples and early successes, this episode offers a fascinating look at how one of the world’s leading food companies is tackling the climate crisis head-on.
If you’re curious about how regenerative agriculture can help mitigate climate change while building a resilient food system, this conversation is a must-watch. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more discussions on sustainable solutions and climate action.
**Topics Covered in This Episode:**
- What is regenerative agriculture?
- How McCain Foods supports farmers in adopting sustainable practices
- The climate impact of farming and food systems
- Results from McCain’s Farms of the Future initiative
- Educating consumers about sustainable food choices
👉 **Learn more about McCain Foods’ sustainability efforts:** mccain.com/sustainability
🎧 **Listen to the Hot Potato podcast:** podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-hot-potato-podcast/id1707659701
📩 **Connect with me on social media:** linkedin.com/in/tomraftery
**#ClimateConfident #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainableFarming #McCainFoods #ClimateAction**
Thanks for watching! Let me know your thoughts on regenerative agriculture in the comments below.
In this episode of *Climate Confident*, I chat with Charlie Angelakos, Global VP of External Affairs and Sustainability at McCain Foods, about their groundbreaking commitment to 100% regenerative agriculture by 2030.
Charlie shares how McCain is working directly with 3,500 farmers globally to implement sustainable farming practices that reduce emissions, conserve resources, and improve soil health. We discuss the concept of regenerative agriculture—what it is, why it’s vital, and how McCain is supporting farmers through training, financial incentives, and innovative pilot projects like their Farms of the Future.
We also explore the challenges of driving systemic change in agriculture, the importance of collaboration across the food industry, and the critical role consumers play in creating a more sustainable future. With real-world examples and early successes, this episode offers a fascinating look at how one of the world’s leading food companies is tackling the climate crisis head-on.
If you’re curious about how regenerative agriculture can help mitigate climate change while building a resilient food system, this conversation is a must-watch. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more discussions on sustainable solutions and climate action.
**Topics Covered in This Episode:**
- What is regenerative agriculture?
- How McCain Foods supports farmers in adopting sustainable practices
- The climate impact of farming and food systems
- Results from McCain’s Farms of the Future initiative
- Educating consumers about sustainable food choices
👉 **Learn more about McCain Foods’ sustainability efforts:** mccain.com/sustainability
🎧 **Listen to the Hot Potato podcast:** podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-hot-potato-podcast/id1707659701
📩 **Connect with me on social media:** linkedin.com/in/tomraftery
**#ClimateConfident #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainableFarming #McCainFoods #ClimateAction**
Thanks for watching! Let me know your thoughts on regenerative agriculture in the comments below.
