Learn About Regenerative Agriculture

What It Is

Orient the newcomer. Define the territory.

Does It Pay?

Address the economic viability question head-on.

Why It Works

Build understanding of mechanisms and science.

Why It Matters

Environmental, economic, and social implications of regenerative agriculture

How To Do It

Explain actual methods and systems in practice.

Making The Transition

25 pathways from conventional to regenerative farming

Explore Practices

169 regenerative farming practices and methods

Explore Materials & Equipment

Regenerative related equipment, materials and infrastructure.

Explore Plants

814 plants in regenerative agriculture systems

Explore Animals

140+ heritage and production breeds

Glossary

A-Z terminology for regenerative agriculture

Or Browse by Grouped Topics

Explore content grouped by theme, drawn from across all sections.

Agroforestry (9)

Tree-based farming systems including silvopasture, forest gardens, and alley cropping.

Biodiversity & Habitat (16)

Creating and restoring habitat for wildlife, pollinators, and beneficial organisms on working land.

Composting & Soil Carbon (19)

Composting methods, mulching, soil food web science, and carbon sequestration fundamentals.

Crop-Livestock Integration (6)

Combining crops and animals on the same land for mutual benefit and nutrient cycling.

Diversified Agriculture (10)

Diversified rotations, aquaculture, conservation agriculture, and comparisons with conventional systems.

Farm Economics (5)

Profitability timelines, land value impacts, and the economics of regenerative transition.

Farm Management & Crop Systems (17)

Crop rotation design, grazing leases, beekeeping, and whole-farm management practices.

Grazing Infrastructure (11)

Fencing, water systems, paddock design, and equipment for managed grazing operations.

Grazing Transitions (5)

Transitioning dairy, hog, and beef operations from conventional to managed grazing.

Holistic Grazing Practices (19)

Holistic planned grazing, herd effect, water infrastructure, and livestock management at scale.

Irrigation Systems (5)

Drip, pivot, and sprinkler irrigation systems for efficient water delivery.

No-Till & Soil Structure (6)

No-till implementation, multispecies cover crops, and how soil structure improves without tillage.

Soil Biology & Amendments (6)

Biological soil amendments, disease control, and microbial inoculants for soil health.

Soil Fertility & Crop Transitions (20)

Cover cropping, nutrient management, and transitioning row crop operations to regenerative systems.

Soil Health Benefits (6)

The science of how compost, cover crops, earthworms, and living roots improve soil.

Soil Science & Structure (8)

Soil aggregation, organic matter management, and tools for building soil structure.

Tillage Equipment (15)

Tillage tools, mineral amendments, and specialized equipment for soil remediation.

Why Regenerative Matters (6)

Climate impact, food system resilience, and the broader case for regenerative agriculture.

Biological Soil Inputs (4)

Fermented and biological soil amendments including humic acid, kelp, and Korean Natural Farming.

Building Soil Organic Matter (3)

Strategies for increasing soil carbon through biological tillage, cover crops, and integrated livestock.

Carbon Farming Science (2)

The science behind carbon sequestration in agricultural soils and what makes regenerative systems work.

Climate-Smart Agriculture (3)

Climate adaptation frameworks and how they compare to regenerative approaches.

Community & Next-Generation Farming (3)

Mentorship networks, skill sharing, and stewarding land for future generations.

Electric Fencing (3)

Electric fence types, chargers, and portable fencing for rotational grazing.

Farm-Scale Transitions (4)

Transition pathways for farms of different sizes, from small holdings to large operations.

Fencing & Paddock Design (3)

Paddock layout planning, electric fencing setup, and virtual fencing technology.

Field Monitoring Tools (2)

Simple field tools for measuring rainfall and assessing soil conditions.

Food & Water Security (2)

How regenerative agriculture supports food security and protects water quality.

Grazing Methods (4)

Core grazing strategies including cell grazing, leader-follower, and continuous grazing.

Grazing Monitoring Tools (3)

Tools for measuring pasture mass, forage quality, and grazing pressure.

Hay Equipment (2)

Equipment for cutting, raking, and baling hay in grazing-based systems.

Innovative Farm Systems (3)

Emerging approaches including agrivoltaics, aquaponics, and community-supported agriculture.

Input Cost Reduction (2)

Strategies for reducing purchased inputs through biological pest management and system redesign.

Keyline & Water Features (2)

Keyline design principles and farm ponds for water harvesting and landscape hydration.

Livestock Sales & Marketing (2)

Direct marketing strategies and supplemental feeding approaches for livestock operations.

Managed Grazing Fundamentals (3)

Getting started with managed grazing, holistic management principles, and pasture improvement.

Mid-Size Farm Transitions (2)

Transition pathways for mid-size grain and wheat operations.

No-Till & Small-Scale Equipment (4)

Equipment for no-till farming and small-scale regenerative operations.

Nutrient Recycling (2)

Returning nutrients to the soil through bone meal, composting toilets, and organic waste streams.

Organic Fertilizer Inputs (2)

High-nitrogen organic amendments including feather meal and worm castings.

Pest Control & Pollinators (4)

Biological pest control, pollinator support, and diversity-based pest suppression.

Planting & Propagation (4)

Seed saving, precision planting, and propagation tools for regenerative systems.

Pollinator Habitat (2)

Creating dedicated pollinator habitat and flowering strips on farmland.

Precision & Mobile Systems (2)

Precision agriculture technology and mobile livestock housing systems.

Reduced Tillage (3)

Minimum tillage, ridge tillage, and strategies for reducing soil disturbance.

Regenerative Principles (4)

Core principles, definitions, and how regenerative agriculture compares to other approaches.

Seeding & Foliar Methods (2)

Aerial seeding and foliar feeding techniques for pasture and crop establishment.

Silvopasture & Custom Grazing (2)

Adding trees to pasture and custom grazing arrangements.

Soil & Compost Tools (3)

Hand tools for soil preparation and compost management.

Soil Health & Climate Adaptation (2)

Soil health fundamentals and how healthy soils build climate resilience.

Soil Tillage Implements (2)

Chisel plows, rollers, and implements for minimal soil disturbance.

Transition Finance & Planning (3)

Financial planning, surviving the transition dip, and building a regenerative business plan.

Water Harvesting & Erosion Control (4)

Swales, terracing, rainwater harvesting, and erosion prevention on sloping land.

Water-Efficient Growing (2)

Transitioning from irrigated to dryland farming and water-efficient growing systems.