Stories exploring farming, food, and how to better live in harmony with the land

Set in the early spring thaw, "It's Time" weaves together maple syrup harvesting, Indigenous wisdom, and environmental awareness on the banks of the Sangamon River. Through mesmerizing visuals and flute melodies, this poetic film celebrates ancient traditions while awakening viewers to nature's delicate balance and our role in preserving it.

It's Time

As spring awakens an Illinois maple tree, Indigenous wisdom and modern stewardship merge in this meditative film.

This short film follows mycologist Giuliana Furci’s search for new mushrooms in far southern Chile. She’s joined by biologist and author Merlin Sheldrake and mycologist Toby Kiers. Together, the three scientists illuminate how—through nutrient cycling and the essential relationships they form with plants—fungi underpin every ecosystem on Earth, and outline a strategy for greater fungal inclusion in conservation policy.

Flora, Fauna, Funga

Mycologist Giuliana Furci searches for new mushrooms in far southern Chile and explains how fungi underpin every ecosystem on Earth.

In "Worm Land," farmer Keith Miller champions sustainable agriculture, embracing no-till practices and advocating for nightcrawlers - not the little wigglers. As he faces retirement, he reflects on a lifetime dedicated to the land.

Worm Land

A veteran farmer champions his underground allies: earthworms, the heroes of healthy soil.

"Tides of Tradition," produced by Unangax̂ filmmaker Kanesia McGlashan-Price, shares the realities of food access in the changing Arctic. Follow Trever, a subsistence hunter upholding his community’s values for the next generation.

Tides of Tradition

A subsistence hunter upholds traditions amidst changing food access in the Arctic.

A celebration of the connection between land and water. "Surf and Turf" embarks on a captivating journey from the inland mountains and headwater streams of the Chesapeake Bay watershed to the wide-open, salty expanse of the Bay itself. This powerful environmental tale weaves together the healing power of nature, hope, and an unexpected alliance, showing us how two seemingly different worlds can unite for a shared cause. Discover how we can all find a way to sit at the same table, share our stories, and strive together for clean air, clean water, and a brighter future.

Surf and Turf

Surf and Turf celebrates land and water's connection, uniting unlikely allies to protect the Chesapeake Bay’s future.

The ‘wacky genius’ behind the invention of the Impossible Burger has set his sights on his next great project: converting cattle ranches back into carbon sequestering forests, a task much easier said than done. Meet biochemist Pat Brown as he takes yet another bold step towards restoring planetary health.

Wild Hope: Mission Impossible

Learn the story of the founder of Impossible Foods – and why the journey to perfect plant-based meat is an endeavor of planetary proportions.

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