Regenerative Agriculture Workshop

Are you a farmer looking to transition to regenerative agricultural practices? Or perhaps a young farmer starting a new venture? Join us for a comprehensive workshop tailored for you!

A free training workshop organized by EIT Food and experienced agronomists, trainers, and researchers from Perrotis College of the American Farm School, funded by the European Union.

What is regenerative agriculture?

Regenerative agriculture is a holistic land management practice that harnesses the power of plant photosynthesis to close the carbon cycle and increase soil health and fertility and agro-ecosystem resilience, while promoting sustainable agricultural production

This workshop will give you the knowledge and skills to:

· Improve soil health and increase biodiversity.

· Improve agro-ecosystem services and enhance the productivity of your farms.

· Reduce dependence on chemical inputs.

· Adopt sustainable agricultural practices that benefit the environment and society.

What You Will Learn:

Our comprehensive training covers the core principles of regenerative agriculture, focusing on strategies that not only increase soil fertility and farm productivity but also enhance ecosystem health.

Topics Covered:

Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture and Guiding Principles
Farmscaping & Biological Control of Pests
Soil Health & Biostimulants
Field Activities on Soil Health Assessment & Soil Carbon Monitoring
Cover Crops & Crop Rotations
Minimum Tillage & Organic Approaches to No-Till
Precision Agriculture Applications in Regenerative Agriculture
Practical Activities on Composting & Organic Fertilizers

Why Attend?

Learn from experts in regenerative agriculture
Gain practical experience through hands-on activities
Network with fellow farmers
Enhance your farming practices for a sustainable future

Workshop Benefits:

Acquire comprehensive knowledge of regenerative agriculture principles and techniques.
Engage in practical field activities at the Perrotis College farm.
Connect with fellow farmers fostering valuable relationships.
Discover effective strategies for implementing sustainable practices on your farm.

Workshop Schedule:

Morning Session (9:00-13:00)

· Introduction to Regenerative agriculture and guiding principles

· Farmscaping & Biological Control of pests

· Soil health & Biostimulants

· Field Activity: Soil Health assessment & soil carbon monitoring

Lunch (13:00-14:00)

Afternoon Session (14:00-18:00)

· Cover crops & Crop Rotations

· Minimum tillage & Organic approaches to No-Till

· Precision agriculture applications in Regenerative Agriculture

· Practical activity: Composting & Organic fertilizers