As climate challenges escalate, communities increasingly recognize that effective action and resilience hinge on ecological boundaries—watersheds, food, energy, and culture sheds—rather than

As climate challenges escalate, communities increasingly recognize that effective action and resilience hinge on ecological boundaries—watersheds, food, energy, and culture sheds—rather than just political maps. This bioregional perspective is crucial for redefining governance and building political-ecological alliances that prioritize equity and justice.

A visionary group of climate action organizers, including Indigenous leader Eriel Deranger, Rights of Nature attorney Thomas Linzey, climate justice lawyer Colette Pichon Battle (Taproot Earth), and OneEarth founder Justin Winters, illuminate pathways for practical climate solutions and emerging eco-governance.

This conversation took place at the Bioneers 2025 Conference. Explore more keynote talks and discussions at bioneers.org.

This spirited interview features U.S. Hemp Industry pioneers at the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance (CHTA/ACCC) National Hemp Convention, "Hemp

This spirited interview features U.S. Hemp Industry pioneers at the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance (CHTA/ACCC) National Hemp Convention, "Hemp 2014: Paving the Way," held November 16-19, 2014, in Delta Winnipeg.

Interviewer Edgar Winters (Oregon Agriculture & Food Rural Consortium & COO of Natural Good Medicines) speaks with Anndrea Hermann and Doug Fine. Hermann, President of the Hemp Industries Association and Oregon State University professor, discusses building a "solid legitimate industry" through agronomy and global partnerships. Journalist and hemp advocate Fine highlights sustainability and a community-based tri-cropping blueprint from his book, Hemp Bound. This essential conversation should not be missed.

The "Oregon's Broad Hemp Future" panel, held on March 28, 2015, was led by hemp author Doug Fine. Panelists included Oregon Hemp Farmer Edgar J. Winters, Biomass Refinement Expert Ed Lehrberger

The "Oregon's Broad Hemp Future" panel, held on March 28, 2015, was led by hemp author Doug Fine. Panelists included Oregon Hemp Farmer Edgar J. Winters, Biomass Refinement Expert Ed Lehrberger (PureVision Technology), Don E. Wirtshafter (The Ohio Hempery), Oregon Hemp Attorney Courtney Moran, Rick Kiyak-Nighton (Tradewinds Hemp Co.), and Dave Seber (Hemp Shield Wood Treatments).

Special thanks are extended to Jerry Norton, the Oregon Hemp Convention, and the O.A.F.R.C.

Video by Barry Heidt; production by Brian ~The Red.

Kim Shukla, Executive Director of the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance, was interviewed by Edgar Winters of the Oregon Agriculture & Food Rural

Kim Shukla, Executive Director of the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance, was interviewed by Edgar Winters of the Oregon Agriculture & Food Rural Consortium (OAFRC) and COO of Natural Good Medicines. Winters sought to learn from Canada's advanced industrial hemp industry as Oregon develops its own market, recognizing hemp's crucial role in rural economic development.

The interview took place at the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance (CHTA) National Hemp Convention, "Hemp 2014: Paving the Way," held November 16-19, 2014, in Delta Winnipeg. Barry Heidt filmed the session.

Women worldwide, particularly in the "developing world," disproportionately bear the brunt of climate change and environmental degradation, yet their voices are frequently overlooked. Climate,

Women worldwide, particularly in the "developing world," disproportionately bear the brunt of climate change and environmental degradation, yet their voices are frequently overlooked. Climate, physical, and psycho-spiritual health are deeply interconnected, not separate issues.

A panel of leading women activists, including Zainab Salbi, Nina Simons, Justin Winters, Kahea Pacheco, and Helena Gualinga, explored climate's impact on women. They advocated for women's full inclusion in all climate solutions, linking these struggles to personal healing and authentic global change.

This discussion took place at the 2022 Bioneers Conference. Learn more at http://www.bioneers.org.

"After One Hundred Winters" by Margaret Jacobs confronts the violent taking of Indigenous land in the U.S. Jacobs explores what true reconciliation means, arguing it must stem from Indigenous

"After One Hundred Winters" by Margaret Jacobs confronts the violent taking of Indigenous land in the U.S. Jacobs explores what true reconciliation means, arguing it must stem from Indigenous leadership and sustained relationships, not past failed attempts like boarding schools. She highlights an unofficial movement for transformative reconciliation prioritizing Indigenous land rights, sovereignty, and values, urging readers to face and redress past abuses.

Professor Margaret Jacobs, author of "After One Hundred Winters," spoke at The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum. Learn more about their events and mission: Upcoming Events | Become a Member | Donate Now | Watch & Listen.

On Earth Day 2020, we reflect on our place in the natural world and how individual choices impact the future of our planet.

To deepen your understanding of environmental challenges and

On Earth Day 2020, we reflect on our place in the natural world and how individual choices impact the future of our planet.

To deepen your understanding of environmental challenges and solutions, explore insights from experts and resources such as Ed Winters, Al Gore, Katherine Wilkinson, Zaria Forman, Kris Tompkins, Plastic Ocean, and Duncan Stewart.

An interview features Oregon farmer Edgar Winters of the Oregon Agricultural Food and Rural Consortium

An interview features Oregon farmer Edgar Winters of the Oregon Agricultural Food and Rural Consortium (OAFRC) and hemp advocate Doug Fine.

Winters, Oregon's first industrial hemp licensee, aims to plant seeds this spring, relying on the 7606 Federal Farm Bill's "agricultural pilot programs" provision.

Establishing domestic hemp seed stock is vital for rural economic development. Produced by Barry Heidt.

Justin Winters, co-founder of One Earth, and Jonathan F.P. Rose, co-founder of Garrison Institute, will discuss how humanity and nature can coexist and thrive together by 2050.

This July

Justin Winters, co-founder of One Earth, and Jonathan F.P. Rose, co-founder of Garrison Institute, will discuss how humanity and nature can coexist and thrive together by 2050.

This July 20 discussion is the third in the Pathways to Planetary Health (PPH) Forum Summer 2022 series. It focuses on the "Half Earth" pathway, which emphasizes preserving biodiversity and natural ecosystems.

While Half Earth is a necessary component of planetary health, it is not singularly sufficient. Learn about all four pathways and other PPH events here.

Edgar Winters, Director of the Oregon Agriculture Food and Rural Consortium (OAFRC), advocated for industrial hemp cultivation in Oregon before the Department of Agriculture in January

Edgar Winters, Director of the Oregon Agriculture Food and Rural Consortium (OAFRC), advocated for industrial hemp cultivation in Oregon before the Department of Agriculture in January 2015. This discussion was published on February 11, 2015.

On February 12, 2015, Steve Elliott of Hemp News reported that Winters received Oregon's first state permit to grow industrial hemp. Winters and a nonprofit group planned a 25-acre hemp field for that spring.