Inside Kokora Regenerative Herbalism with Ric Scalzo [Founder]

🌿 Get 15% off your first order with Kokora Use code HERBRALLY15 at KokoraLife.com In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I sit down with herbalist and founder of Kokora, Ric Scalzo. Many of you may know Ric as the co-founder of Gaia Herbs, but today we focus on his newest venture and the deeper philosophy behind it. Ric shares how Kokora's products go from farm to bottle, rooted in regenerative organic agriculture and a commitment to true herbal integrity. We explore the difference between regenerative and organic practices, the role of bioferments and bamboo biochar in soil health, and how these approaches influence the quality of herbal medicine. We also dive into some of Kokora's formulations, including their turmeric capsules, 5 mushroom blend, and regenerative stress support formula, along with what Ric personally reaches for most often. Along the way, Ric reflects on his early days in herbalism, what inspired him to start again after decades of success with Gaia, and how the herbal industry has evolved over time. He also shares insights for aspiring herbal entrepreneurs, lessons learned from launching Kokora, and the influence of Blue Zones and nature-based living on his work and daily life. If you're interested in regenerative agriculture, herbal quality, or the long view of building a life in herbalism, this is a great one. WATCH ON YOUTUBE LINKS & RESOURCES Kokora | KokoraLife.com Kokora on Instagram | @kokoralife Ric on Instagram | @ricscalzo If you enjoyed this episode, please like,

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Inside Kokora Regenerative Herbalism with Ric Scalzo [Founder] is an episode from HerbRally | Herbalism | Plant Medicine | Botany | Wildcrafting by Mason Hutchison.

This episode is 01:04:15 long.

This episode was published on Mar 20, 2026.

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