Exploring Regenerative Organic Agriculture

Understanding 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.