Farmers have gained valuable skills and expert advice thanks to our two Regenerative Agriculture Mentoring Programs. In July, the NSW Environmental Trust funded 12-month RAMP celebrated its first full program completion. The final guest lecture presentation was a panel discussion from the team of mentors, including Tony Hill, Brian Wehlburg, Glen Chapman, Fiona George (for …
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In partnership with her husband and her parents, Erin Wise owns and leases 1500 acres of land in Central West NSW. They run 1400 breeding ewes, grow crops and run some cattle. Erin became frustrated by the cost and reliance on chemicals, so she starting researching regenerative farming practices. Program: Regenerative Agriculture Mentoring Program (delivered by …
“I am excited about being part of a group that is provoking thought or shifting a perspective through sharing, curiosity and growth.” We are proud to introduce you to some of the amazing mentors working with farmers through the Regenerative Agriculture Mentoring Program. They are helping to increase awareness of regenerative agriculture and the principles …
Laurel Bright had always loved the Northern Rivers region. When she bought 392 acres at Sleepy Hollow in 2010, she didn’t know anything about cattle or farming. But with help from a neighbour and a thirst for knowledge, Laurel is creating a pleasant environment which she loves, and which her seven grandchildren love to visit. …
Beef cattle farmer inspired to take a more holistic approach Read More »
With 120 acres in the Byron Shire hinterland, Jeanie Wylie knows she is incredibly lucky. Her property, Frida’s Field, was one of the area’s original dairy farms and when her family moved there seven years ago, it was a “blank canvas”. Through education and knowledge-sharing with her neighbours, Jeanie is continuing to learn regenerative practices …
Transforming a ‘blank canvas’ into a ‘beautiful place’ Read More »
“Farming is tough … concentrate on what you can control and let the rest take care of itself.” We are proud to introduce you to some of the amazing mentors working with farmers through the Regenerative Agriculture Mentoring Program. They are helping to increase awareness of regenerative agriculture and the principles and practices that are …
Meet Our Mentors: Regen farmer and Nuffield scholar Simon Mattsson Read More »
Miranda Liebmann grew up in the city, worked as a geologist at mining sites in Western Australia and then took a desk job. When her auto-immune system crashed, she took six months off work to re-evaluate her priorities. Even though she had no farming experience, Miranda wanted an outdoor lifestyle, so she bought a 7,000-tree …
Macadamia farmer’s ‘long, hard transition’ to regen practices Read More »
“Farmers need to have a clear vision of the future to enable them to make decisions towards that future.” We are proud to introduce you to some of the amazing mentors working with farmers through the Regenerative Agriculture Mentoring Program. They are helping to increase awareness of regenerative agriculture and the principles and practices that …
Meet Our Mentors: Holistic Management educator Brian Wehlburg Read More »
Macadamia farmer Ross Arnett describes his 2,000-tree property, Malua, as an “evolution”. He started implementing regenerative agriculture practices in 2010, but knows there is always something to learn and something to give back. Ross focuses on cover cropping, soil health and diversity to help restore his orchard’s natural systems. Program: Regenerative Agriculture Mentoring Program (delivered …
Cover cropping ‘drives the whole system’ for macadamia farmer Read More »
“Farmers should not be afraid to respectfully ask ‘why’.” We are proud to introduce you to some of the amazing farm mentors working with other farmers through the Regenerative Agriculture Mentoring Program. They are helping to increase awareness of regenerative agriculture and the principles and practices that are available to better manage landscapes. Meet Craig …
Meet Our Mentors: Beef cattle breeder and trader Craig Carter Read More »
Gina Lopez has seen her region decimated by bushfires and floods. The last few years have held many challenges for farmers – compacted and poor soil health, wet feet, lack of feed, animals food sources becoming limited and chicken flocks looking like a smorgasbord for eagles. But Gina is on a mission to be self-sufficient …
‘Confronting’ experience sharpens regen farmer’s mission Read More »
Alongside her parents, Andrew and Kim, and brother Jon, Eleanor Revell is taking a more hands on role in the management of her family’s 10,000-tree macadamia farm. Her goal is to farm regeneratively while maintaining good productivity. Program: Regenerative Agriculture Mentoring Program (delivered by Southern Cross University through the Regenerative Agriculture Alliance and Farming Together, …
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