September Speaker Series: Regenerative Ag Practices and Funding

Learn about regenerative farming practices that support soil health and farm biodiversity and how to access funding to help pay for them.
About this Event

September Speaker Series: Regenerative Ag: Practices, Funding & Practical Tips

Our monthly Speaker Series is a fun way to connect with beginning farmers and anyone interested in agriculture and the environment. Each month, we focus on a different topic, highlighting some of the difference-makers in our region. Enjoy hot wood-fired pizzas, cold drinks, and great conversation on the third Wednesday of each month through October.

4:30-5:30 p.m. - pizza, drinks, and networking

5:30-7:00 p.m. - presentation and discussion

7:00-7:30 p.m. - mingling

Join us this month to learn about regenerative farming practices like planting hedgerows and rotating in cover crops to support soil health and farm biodiversity. We know these methods are beneficial, but they do come at a financial cost. Fortunately, funding is available from USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)!

Sara Lipschutz, Soil Conservationist for NRCS joins us to demystify the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and how to apply for funding to finance improvements on your landscape. We'll also hear from the Yolo Resource Conservation District and a local farmer about practical tips for implementation and maintenance.

This will be an interesting discussion for anyone interested in regenerative agriculture, whether or not you have land!

This is a free event, but a $20 donation to help support our work is appreciated. Donations are always welcome.

Agenda

🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Woodfired pizza and beverages. Mingle with beginning farmers and others.
🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Presentation and discussion with beekeepers and honey bee researchers