Mapping Australia's Food & Farming Systems

What is the Australian Regenerative Food and Farming Map?

The map is the first industry-wide platform that makes visible who is regenerating land, building better food systems and supporting communities. Every new listing strengthens the map by increasing visibility, connection and collective impact.

The map is already being used as a trusted resource by consumers, chefs, retailers and funders who want to support regenerative farmers and food businesses. It has become a go-to tool for discovering where change is happening, opening up new markets, and creating pathways for collaboration. Farmers and food enterprises listed on the map have been featured across Sustainable Table’s channels, connected to new buyers, and included in funding conversations, showing the power of visibility.

The map has grown into a thriving resource with hundreds of members, steady new applications each month and rising engagement from people across the country. More producers and food businesses are joining, and more people are using the map to discover and support them.

Why did we build this map?

When Sustainable Table became a national organisation in 2020, we invited the industry to share their funding needs and challenges with us. In reviewing over 200 submissions, we discovered that changemakers across the country were doing similar things and facing the same obstacles, yet many didn’t know of each other’s efforts. This insight helped Sustainable Table and its collaborators identify a key gap: the need for Australia’s first national map connecting people and businesses across sectors and supply chains who are transforming how we care for the land, grow food, and nourish communities.

Let’s take a closer look at why the map exists:

To connect a fragmented movement: Regenerative food and farming efforts are happening across Australia, but often in isolation. The map creates a central hub where people and organisations can find each other, share knowledge, and collaborate.

To make regenerative efforts visible: Many producers and food system change-makers are doing vital work that goes unseen. The map helps bring these efforts to light, celebrating leadership and encouraging others to join.

To guide investment and policy: The data emerging from the map helps funders, researchers, and policymakers identify where regeneration is already taking place and where support is needed most.

To strengthen local economies: By helping consumers, chefs, and retailers connect with nearby regenerative producers, the map supports regional food networks and keeps more value within local communities.

To build collective impact: The map provides a way to measure progress across the sector, showing the scale and influence of Australia’s regenerative movement as it grows.

To support informed choices: Consumers and businesses can use the map to make decisions that align with their values, sourcing from those working to restore land, food, and community health.

To track change over time: As more people join and interact with the map, it becomes a living record of Australia’s transition towards regenerative food and farming.

"We are in talks with some of the businesses featured on the map to become suppliers to us. A rising tide lifts all ships, and it's only by working together that we can develop strong food security and local supply chains." Toni Perrin, Millstream Meadows

Who does this map benefit?

Industry

Helps farmers, producers, and changemakers find each other, share lessons, collaborate, and build a stronger regenerative movement.

Consumers

Makes it easy to find and support local growers and businesses committed to healthy land, food, and communities.

Funders

Gives philanthropists and investors a clear view of where their support can have the greatest impact in regenerating food and farming systems.

Policymakers

Offers a clearer picture of the regenerative sector to inform better decisions and policy support.

The Planet

More visibility, support, and collaboration mean more regeneration and a healthier planet for all.

Why Visibility Matters for Farmers, Communities and the Future of Food

Being on the map helps you get seen, build connections and grow the movement. A stronger, more visible network of regenerative farmers and food system leaders benefits everyone. It makes it easier for communities to see where their food comes from, choose products that regenerate the land, support local supply chains, and strengthen regional economies. By celebrating leadership in regeneration, the map also inspires others to join in, support local producers, and be part of the solution.

Map Sprints

We run Map Sprints, which are focused campaigns that highlight specific regions. Our first Map Sprint showcased regenerative food and farming in South West Western Australia, which you can read more about here.

How to Get Involved

To find out more, contact Kristie at kristie@sustainabletable.org.au.