Agroforestry is among the most effective forms of regenerative agriculture. Yet growers still lack practical answers on reducing labour, choosing understory crops, and balancing ecology with economics. Root2Fork addresses these gaps by integrating shrubs and shade-tolerant perennials, such as kale, spinach, and rocket, into apple and quince orchards, forming multi-strata agroforestry systems (msAFS).

These perennials act as permanent ground cover and living strips between tree rows. Their deeper roots and longer lifespans mean greater carbon storage, ongoing soil regeneration, and far greater resilience to pests and climate disruption than conventional annual crops. The result: stable, locally sourced food from low-input systems that give back to the land.