Upcoming Events
Spring into Summer: What CAN I Do?
May 2026
This webinar series explores the people, practices, and ideas shaping the future of regenerative agriculture and ecological restoration. Through conversations with farmers, scientists, consultants, educators, and community leaders, we examine real-world experiences in soil biology, compost, land stewardship, and resilient food systems—highlighting both practical applications and the deeper relationships that connect people, soil, and the living world.
This webinar series explores the people, practices, and ideas shaping the future of regenerative agriculture and ecological restoration. Through conversations with farmers, scientists, consultants, educators, and community leaders, we examine real-world experiences in soil biology, compost, land stewardship, and resilient food systems—highlighting both practical applications and the deeper relationships that connect people, soil, and the living world.
From Chemicals to Biology: A Real Orchard Transition Story from South Africa
May 2026
What does it actually look like to transition a working commercial orchard toward biological management?
Anton de Jager began studying with the Soil Food Web School in 2020 with one mission in mind: to transition De Keur Fruit Orchards away from chemical agriculture. Join us as he shares the real-world journey of moving from heavy chemical reliance toward a more biologically supported system.
Rather than abandoning conventional tools overnight, Anton and his team adopted a hybrid approach—combining biologically complete composts and extracts, sap analysis, foliar nutrition, and livestock integration. Along the way, they faced challenges with compost extract, irrigation management, pest pressure, and nutrient balancing—lessons that shaped their evolving strategy.
Joining Anton for this session is special guest SFW Consultant Nick Tomasini, who will lend his consulting perspective and share insights from working alongside growers to implement biological programs in orchard systems. Together, they will explore both the on-the-ground farmer experience and the technical support required to make meaningful change.
This webinar will share the full journey—including the mistakes, the breakthroughs, and the practical decisions that helped move their orchard system forward.
This webinar series explores the people, practices, and ideas shaping the future of regenerative agriculture and ecological restoration. Through conversations with farmers, scientists, consultants, educators, and community leaders, we examine real-world experiences in soil biology, compost, land stewardship, and resilient food systems—highlighting both practical applications and the deeper relationships that connect people, soil, and the living world.
Bridging the Gap: Real-World Case Studies and the Future of Regenerative Soil Science
May 2026
Join Dr. Mary Cole for a practical exploration of regenerative soil science in action. With more than 45 years of experience in plant pathology, microbiology, and biological farming systems, Dr. Cole will share real-world case studies that demonstrate both the potential and the complexity of working with soil biology in modern agriculture.
This webinar will explore case studies from vineyards and grazing systems where compost tea applications were associated with increased fungal activity, higher protozoa counts, improved mycorrhizal presence, and measurable changes in pasture quality and plant vigor.
This webinar series explores the people, practices, and ideas shaping the future of regenerative agriculture and ecological restoration. Through conversations with farmers, scientists, consultants, educators, and community leaders, we examine real-world experiences in soil biology, compost, land stewardship, and resilient food systems—highlighting both practical applications and the deeper relationships that connect people, soil, and the living world.