Regenerative Agriculture Podcast

Joel Grosbach is a fifth-generation farmer and AEA customer growing dryland and irrigated crops in Southwest Nebraska. Since his area only receives seven inches of average annual rainfall, incorporating regenerative practices such as cover crops, crop rotation, animal grazing, and minimal tillage are critical for water management. Joel grows a variety of crops, including popcorn and dry edible beans, and grows for his neighbor, who owns a seed production business.   In this episode, John and Joel discuss: Regenerating local ecosystem rainfall Structuring his farm only to use 7” of irrigation each season  Choosing crops based on water needs Importance of cover crops and crop residue Reducing inputs and eliminating fungicides Mindset shifts that occur when transitioning to regenerative agriculture About John Kempf John Kempf is the founder of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA). A top expert in biological and regenerative farming, John founded AEA in 2006 to help fellow farmers by providing the educat