This immersive 4-hour field day at Prairiesun Organics farm near Vermillion offers a deep dive into regenerative organic practices for all
About this EventUnderstanding the ROC Framework & Regenerative Organic System Plan
- Walk through the three pillars of ROC: Soil Health, Animal Welfare, and Social Fairness.
- Learn how Prairiesun Organics implements ROC standards on-farm.
Hands-On Equipment Demonstrations
- See a Great Plains No-Till Drill in action—how no-till seeding supports soil structure and reduces erosion.
- Watch a Buckeye Vegetable Bedding Machine create optimal growing conditions for organic vegetable production.
Soil Analysis & Testing Best Practices
- Learn how to conduct a soil analysis to assess nutrient levels, organic matter, and microbial activity.
- Discover practical soil-building strategies for improved fertility and water retention.
- Integrating Animals for Holistic Land Management
- Explore how livestock enhances soil biology, increases biodiversity, and closes nutrient loops.
Organic Farm-to-Table Lunch
- Enjoy a delicious organic meal featuring farm-fresh ingredients from Prairiesun Organics.
Who Should Attend?- Farmers (organic, transitioning, and conventional)
- Agricultural professionals & extension educators
- Conservationists & sustainability advocates
- Students & researchers in regenerative agriculture
- Discuss species selection, rotational grazing, and pasture management.
AGENDA
9:30 AM – Check-in & Welcome Refreshments- Guests arrive, check-in, and enjoy coffee and light organic snacks.
10:00 AM – Welcome & Introduction to Regenerative Organic Farming
Speaker: Dr. Angela Jackson, Farmer & ROC Advocate, Prairiesun Organics
- Overview of Prairiesun Organics and its commitment to Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC) farming.
- Introduction to the ROC Framework: Soil Health, Animal Welfare, and Social Fairness.
- Q&A session.
10:30 AM – Soil Health & On-Farm Soil Analysis Demonstration
Speaker: [Soil Health Expert Name], Soil Scientist/Ag Extension Specialist
- Soil Health 101: Understanding soil biology, organic matter, and nutrient cycling.
- Hands-on Soil Analysis:
- Conducting a soil test (pH, organic matter, microbial life).
- Interpreting test results & improving soil fertility naturally.
- Tools & techniques for regenerative soil management.
- Q&A session.
11:30 AM – Hands-On Equipment Demonstrations
Great Plains No-Till Drill in Action
- How no-till planting builds soil health, reduces erosion, and conserves moisture.
- Live demonstration and discussion on usage and best practices.
Buckeye Vegetable Bedding Machine Demo
- How this machine optimizes soil structure for organic vegetable production.
- Practical tips for integrating no-till practices with vegetable farming.
12:30 PM – Organic Farm-to-Table Lunch & Networking
- Enjoy a locally sourced organic meal featuring fresh ingredients from Prairiesun Organics.
- Open discussion on applying regenerative principles to diverse farm operations.
1:30 PM – Integrating Livestock for Regenerative Soil Health
Speaker: Angela - Grazing & Pasture Specialist for Poultry
- The role of livestock in soil regeneration and carbon sequestration.
- Best practices for rotational grazing and integrating livestock with cropping systems.
- How to manage animal impact for biodiversity and soil fertility gains.
- Q&A session.
1:45 PM – The Regenerative Organic System at Prairiesun Organics
- How Prairiesun Organics applies Regenerative Organic Certified® standards in daily operations.
- Discussion on cover cropping, crop rotations, composting, and water conservation strategies.
- Interactive Q&A with farmers and experts.
2:00 PM – Closing Remarks & Next Steps
- Take-home resources on soil health, regenerative organic practices, and ROC certification.
- Final Q&A and networking opportunities.
Agenda🕑: 09:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Exploring Regenerative Organic Agriculture
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