Diestel has sourced more than 650 tons of
Certified Regenified™ corn as part of the regenerative
verification
SONORA,
Calif., July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Diestel
Family Ranch, the family-owned U.S.-based producer of sustainably
raised turkeys, today announced it has become the first turkey
producer to achieve Regenified™ certification, a global leader in
regenerative agriculture verification. Regenified's seal is the
first third-party regenerative program to be recognized and
accepted by USDA Food Safety and Inspection Services for single and
multi-ingredient products. As part of this certification, Diestel
sourced more than 650 tons of Certified Regenified™ corn earlier
this spring.
Since Diestel Family Ranch was founded in 1949 by Grandpa Jack
Diestel, the family has always prioritized the health of their
birds and thoughtful farming practices. In 1999, Diestel was one of
the first poultry farms to incorporate organic farming practices.
Today, they continue to set the bar high earning the Regenified™
certification which marks another important milestone to lead the
industry forward.
To achieve certification, Diestel met Regenified's rigorous
6-3-4™ Standards which include soil health, adaptive stewardship,
and ecosystem processes. Regenified's certification process will
help Diestel track its progress in advancing regenerative
principles to improve biodiversity, soil health, water quality, and
nutrient density.
"Every aspect of being a farmer impacts the world around us and
feed is a critical part of raising poultry. If we ignore the
animals' feed sources, then we can't solve for the future," said
Heidi Diestel, fourth generation
farmer at Diestel Family Ranch. "Addressing how the feed is being
grown will bring the entire system closer to a regenerative state
that supports the future of farming and our planet. We want to
support the next generation now because their future depends on it,
both ours and yours."
Diestel's regenerative practices include (but are not limited
to):
- Certified Regenified feed for bird and soil health:
Regenerating the soil at Diestel starts by feeding the birds corn
grown by local U.S. farmers. Earlier this spring, Diestel sourced
650 tons of Certified Regenified™ corn. The brand has set a goal to
replace half of its feed with Certified Regenified™ corn by
2035.
- Natural habitat for birds: In their natural habitat,
turkeys prefer to roam amongst the trees in deeply shaded forests.
Diestel has begun work to replicate this environment giving all
birds access to open land and has planted over two miles of
evergreen, perennial shrubs, grasses, and flowering trees to
promote biodiversity. These plants attract beneficial insects,
improve water quality, and are a key component to creating a
diverse landscape as well as restoring ecosystem
function.
- Compost for soil health: Diestel turns its organic waste
into valuable, nutrient-dense compost diverting 2,117 tons annually
from landfill and producing roughly 6,350 tons of compost for local
use. The compost creates a healthy, diverse environment for
microbiology to thrive no matter where it's used.
- Probiotics over traditional chemicals: Diestel's farms
use beneficial biology (probiotics) which eliminates the need for
traditional chemicals such as chlorine while improving bird health
and supporting a healthy ecosystem on the farm and beyond.
"Diestel is leading the industry into the future," said
Salar Shemirani, CEO of Regenified.
"Their commitment to regenerative agriculture extends beyond the
farm and the environment, positively impacting the entire supply
chain through off-farm purchases of regenerative feed."
"For 75 years, my family has committed to more holistic
agriculture practices that not only support the best habitat for
turkeys raised on our farms, but also consider the impact on the
land used." continued Diestel. "Regenified™ certification is an
important recognition of what has always differentiated Diestel
turkeys from mass-produced poultry products. We lead with the
strictest animal welfare and environmental standards to produce the
leanest, cleanest, and most delicious birds."
About Diestel Family Ranch
The
Diestel Family Ranch is one of the few, small, family-owned
and operated ranches left in the nation. Run by a team of
passionate and forward-thinking, fourth-generation turkey farmers,
the family's high standards have remained unchanged since the
ranch's founding in 1949. Due to careful farming practices and an
emphasis on quality craftsmanship, a.k.a. the
Diestel Difference, Diestel's products are
always juicy, tender, and deliver handcrafted artisan flavors.
Producing both holiday turkey and year-round products, the
Diestel Family Ranch exists for the health and happiness of
future generations. For more information visit
DiestelTurkey.com or visit @diestelfamilyranch
on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
About Regenified
Regenified is a practice and
outcome-based land verification and product certification program
that champions regenerative agriculture. Founded by a team of
regenerative farming pioneers, experts, and innovators, Regenified
promotes practices that enhance biodiversity, soil health, water
quality, and nutrient richness while aligning with nature.
Regenified verifies and certifies farms, ranches, and products that
restore ecosystems and regenerate soil, ensuring a legacy for
future generations. Committed to cultivating a regenerative world,
Regenified guides farms and brands toward practices that rejuvenate
the Earth, support thriving ecosystems, and transform agriculture
into a healing force for our planet. Farmers and buyers interested
in learning more should visit www.regenified.com
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