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Explore the Future of Regenerative Agriculture

The Soil Health Institute (SHI) is set to host its 10th Anniversary Virtual Meeting on December 3-4, 2025, a landmark event that promises to dive deep into the realm of regenerative agriculture. This online gathering will focus on enhancing soil health, a foundation for thriving regenerative systems. The meeting represents a significant occasion where farmers, research scientists, and industry leaders will convene to discuss and collaborate on innovative practices that promote soil vitality.

A Hub for Knowledge Exchange

The two-day event boasts a packed agenda featuring panel discussions, workshops, and interactive poster sessions. These sessions will cover a diverse range of topics designed to share actionable insights and professional development on soil health, including:

• - Farmers' Experiences with Regenerative Soil Health Systems: Personal accounts from farmers who have successfully implemented regenerative practices in their operations.
• - Qualities of Effective Soil Health Education Programs: Evaluating how education can enhance the understanding and practice of soil health among agriculture stakeholders.
• - Engaging Brands and Organizations in Scaling Soil Health Systems: Discussing strategies for broadening the adoption of soil health practices across industries.
• - Recent Advances and Future Directions for SHI: An exploration of the latest findings and future objectives of the Soil Health Institute.
• - Measuring Progress at Improving Soil Health: Approaches for quantifying and assessing improvements in soil health over time.
• - Philanthropy in Regenerative Agriculture: The impact of philanthropy on the growth and sustainability of regenerative practices.
• - Soil Health Impacts on Water Quality and Quantity: Understanding the critical relationship between soil health, water systems, and environmental sustainability.
• - The Future of Soil Health: Envisioning the next decade of soil health initiatives and innovations.

Registration for this virtual meeting is free, making it accessible for a broad audience. Moreover, attendees can earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) which provide further incentives for participation. Networking opportunities are already available for those who register, creating a platform for professionals to connect and exchange ideas in advance of the main event.

Celebrating Milestones

As SHI marks its tenth anniversary, it also celebrates a notable accomplishment by receiving the Presidential Award from the American Society of Agronomy. This prestigious recognition underscores SHI’s commitment to fostering regenerative soil health systems that boost agricultural productivity and ensure food security across the globe.

The timing of this meeting is particularly relevant, occurring just before Giving Tuesday (December 2) and World Soil Day (December 5). This convergence highlights the importance of supporting initiatives that enhance resilient farming and uphold rural communities, encouraging stakeholders to invest in the future of agriculture.

Leadership Transition

Additionally, the event coincides with a transitional phase for SHI, as Dr. C. Wayne Honeycutt, the founding President and CEO, has announced his retirement effective early 2026. This announcement opens a significant chapter for SHI, with an extensive search underway for a successor to lead the institute into its next decade.

SHI’s vision is to cultivate a world where farmers and ranchers utilize sustainable soil health systems to produce food, fiber, and fuel while ensuring a secure environment and enhancing public health. The institute actively partners with scientists and industry leaders to influence how soil health knowledge is integrated into agricultural practices, further demonstrating its commitment to the sustainability of farms and rural communities.

For more information and to register for the event, visit www.soilhealthinstitute.org or follow SHI on platforms like YouTube, LinkedIn, and Facebook. This 10th Anniversary Virtual Meeting is not just a celebration, but also a call to action for all stakeholders interested in the future of agriculture to come together and make a difference.