The 6 key principles of regenerative agriculture

Andrew Randall practices regenerative agriculture at Moat Farm in Maidenhead, just west of London. With over a decade of experience, Andrew shares his journey towards sustainable farming, highlighting the profound impact of regenerative practices on soil health, farm profitability, and resilience against climate change.

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In this episode:

Exploring regenerative agriculture: unpack the 6 foundational pillars that define regenerative farming and its pivotal role in ecosystem restoration.

Tillage vs. no-till farming: discover the immediate gains of traditional tilling and contrast them with the enduring benefits of no-till practices, including enhanced soil structure and biodiversity, featuring insights on disc and tyne drills.

Soil life: learn about the critical role of earthworms in fostering fertile, vibrant farm soils.

Cover crops: dive into how cover cropping serves as a cornerstone for soil vitality and agricultural sustainability.

Diversity in cropping: understand the significance of crop rotation and diversification in building resilient agroecosystems.

Chemical reduction: hear about the challenges and triumphs in minimizing chemical inputs to nurture a healthier, more natural farm environment.

Economic and environmental resilience: Andrew shares how adopting regenerative methods has not only boosted farm profitability but also fortified his farm against the vagaries of climate change and fluctuating fossil fuel prices.

Supportive frameworks: a look into UK Government schemes and the Soil Capital programme that champion regenerative agriculture through carbon payments and other incentives.

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This podcast was produced in collaboration with Soil Capital, a company that supports regenerative agriculture for food system resilience and climate action, by financially rewarding farmers who improve soil health.