Designing a Regenerative Future with Cate Havstad-Casad

S2, E41

Host: Joni Kindwall-Moore

Guest: Cate Havstad-Casad

In this episode of Regenerative By Design, host Joni Kindwall-Moore sits down with Cate Havstad-Casad, master hat maker and founder of Range Revolution, a regenerative leather goods company. Cate shares her inspiring journey, starting with an apprenticeship as a Western hat maker and transitioning into organic and biodynamic farming with her husband. Over the last decade, Cate has helped scale their farm to manage 400 acres, focusing on regenerative practices despite significant water challenges in the arid West.

Cate and Joni discuss the importance of design in influencing people’s actions and thinking. Cate emphasizes how her business, Range Revolution, pulls cattle hides destined for landfills back into the supply chain, supporting regenerative ranchers and promoting sustainable fashion. They also explore the complex value chain of leather production and the difficulties of creating a truly regenerative supply chain in the fashion industry.

The conversation also touches on the critical need for better marketing and education to bridge the gap between consumers and regenerative practices. Cate shares her thoughts on the power of fashion to lead cultural conversations and influence daily choices around sustainability.

This episode is packed with insights and inspiring stories if you're interested in sustainable fashion, regenerative agriculture, or how design can inspire meaningful change.

Key Topics Covered:

• Cate’s journey into design, farming, and regenerative practices
• The role of Range Revolution in the regenerative leather industry
• The challenges of building a regenerative supply chain in fashion
• Marketing and education as essential tools for promoting regeneration
• The importance of fashion in driving cultural narratives around sustainability

Notable Quotes:

• “Design at its best inspires people to see, think, and act differently.” –  Cate Havstad-Casad.
• “Every day, we participate in agriculture by getting dressed.” –  Cate Havstad-Casad.

Learn More & Follow! 

• Article: Why Regenerative Leather Makes for Sustainable Bags and Purses
• Website: rangerevolution.com
• Instagram: @rangerevolution
• LinkedIn: Cate Havstad-Casad
  
• LinkedIn: Range Revolution

Thank you for tuning in to another episode of Regenerative by Design. Join us next time as we continue to explore innovative solutions to some of today's most pressing environmental and health challenges.

Regenerative by Design is hosted by Snacktivist, a food innovation company transforming nutrition with climate-smart crops, regenerative, and data-connected supply chains. We specialize in novel product development, sustainable ingredient sourcing—from "genetics to plate"—and strategic value chain design to build a healthier, more resilient food system. 

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