Regenerative Farming News

Heather recaps highlights from the MFGA regenerative agriculture conference and celebrates The Narwhal ’s major article profiling Saskatchewan farmers like Calvin Gavelin, Mark and Laura Hoimer, and Rob Wunder. Their stories show how cover crops, improved grazing, and compost-based fertility are rebuilding Prairie soils and reducing input costs. She then shares important updates: Manitoba’s new Fo...

In this episode, I share what I learned from attending a Holistic Management Canada weekend course on Personal Leadership with author and speaker David Irvine. We explore what it means to lead authentically—on the farm, in our families, and in our communities—and how honesty, vulnerability, and connection can make us better farmers and better people. I also dive into the launch of Johnston’s Regen...

Some thoughts on green manure crops and an interview with Bluesette Campbell, president of Holistic Management Canada.

A little more off the cuff style of episode with an interview with Kevin Elmy about what farmers can do to combat the kochia weeds.

Harvest is wrapping up across the Prairies, and Heather breaks down what it means for farmers — from yield pressures to the shift toward profit-focused, regenerative practices. Then she chats with Keri Sapsford, founder of The Backyard & Compost Corner in Prince Albert, about how composting and community education can spark big change, even in small city spaces.

This episode of Regenerative Farming News covers Prairie harvest progress, the decline in food nutrition linked to chemical farming, and an inspiring interview with rancher and Holistic Management educator Kelly Sidoryk on building resilient, profitable farms for the next generation.

In this episode of Regenerative Farming News, Heather shares harvest updates from Alberta and Saskatchewan, explores a holistic approach to soil health with insights from Olds College researcher Semeton Amosu, and highlights funding opportunities for farmers through Ducks Unlimited Canada. The main feature takes listeners to a tour of the Tavanetz Ranch near Biggar, Saskatchewan, where bale grazin...

This week we dig into practical, right-now funding to kickstart regenerative practices on the Prairies—what OFCAF covers through 2028, how reimbursements work (up to 85%, max $75k), and the nuts-and-bolts of cover crops, rotational grazing, and smarter nitrogen use. We also break down why true no-till drills are moisture-saving, soil-building tools, not just seeding equipment. Along the way, you’l...

In this episode of Regenerative Farming News, Heather shares inspiring stories from Alberta farmers who say they’ll never go back after experiencing the benefits of cover cropping. From boosting yields in dry years to creating healthier, more resilient soils, these farmers are proving that regenerative practices work on the Canadian prairies. Heather is also joined by Canada’s “cover crop guru,” K...

Covering news about the recent Open Farm Days in Alberta, field research on chickpea and flax combination crops, and an upcoming regenerative conference in Manitoba. Also we have the second half of the interview with Calvin Gavelin from Gavelin Farms, McCord, SK.

Heather Heinrichs sits down with Calvin Gavelin of Gavelin Farms in McCord, Saskatchewan, to explore how cover crops have transformed his farm—even in dryland conditions. Calvin shares how a simple tweak to seeding depth of his cover crops improved soil health, farm flexibility, and quality of life. This is the first half of a two-part conversation. Next week, we’ll dive into how cover crop grazin...

In this shorter episode of Regenerative Farming News, Heather Heinrichs shares timely updates from the world of regenerative agriculture. Hear how Axten Farms in Saskatchewan welcomed visitors during Open Farm Days despite rainy weather, and learn about the power of regenerative grazing. Heather explores how conventional grazing can degrade soil — and how rotational, high-intensity grazing can res...

Open Farm Days, No-Till Tools & Chris Beaudry’s Cover Crop Success Heather shares highlights from Alberta and Saskatchewan’s Open Farm Days, news on a new large-scale disc-drill for no-till seeding, and an inspiring conversation with Chris Beaudry of CRB Farms about building a resilient farm with cover crops.

A new survey done by a university professor shows that farmers don't like being told to try new ideas like cover crops. A debate about the future of land prices in Saskatchewan and Australia opens it's borders to Canadian beef after 22 years of being closed. Does regenerative agriculture hold the key to farmers financial freedom from the big chemical companies input debts? I believe so, let's talk...

In this episode I take a break from farm news and delve into the reasons why farming is helping to create drought conditions. Three widely known documentaries about this are "The Biggest Little Farm", "Kiss the Ground", and "Common Ground". I talk about my own personal experience with drought and regenerated soil. The interview for the week is with Axten Farms who practices regenerative farming in...

A surprising twist at the biggest farm show on the prairies. A large farm company promoted it's new regenerative program which includes the use of worm castings to boost yields while simultaneously reducing chemical fertilizer use. And an interview with Steve Kenyon, a regenerative rancher from Edmonton, Alberta.

This week I interviewed a Bison ranch near Prince Albert, SK about their annual open farm day event and how they made it so successful. I also talk about an article in the Western Producer that exposes the current mindset of conventional farmers in regards to soil health. And my recommendation of the week is to watch this video of Allan Savory's Ted Talk. https://youtu.be/vpTHi7O66pI?si=g-Vw2nO8Gq...

Two current news stories, an introduction and why I'm starting this podcast, and a tip of the week for farmers and consumers.