Regenerate Earth Soil Biology & Climate Resilience Field Day

ABOUT PRESENTORS

Phill Lee brings his exceptional expertise in soil microbiology and decades of hands-on experience in cropping, grazing, and horticultural systems to this not-to-be-missed event. As the driving force behind Regenerate Earth, Phill specialises in diagnosing soil health issues, evaluating microbial ecosystems, and developing groundbreaking technologies that breathe new life into degraded soils and farming landscapes. His pioneering research on the relationship between agricultural practices and heat exposure has revolutionised our understanding of how conventional ploughing affects soil biology, moisture retention, and local climate conditions.

Dr Gundi Rhoades joins us as a special guest speaker, bringing over 30 years of experience as a veterinarian in rural Australia. As the owner of Gowrie Veterinary Clinic and a former organic cattle farmer, Dr Rhoades has extensively studied the connections between soil health, animal welfare, and human nutrition. Her work with Regenerate Earth focuses on how regenerative agriculture can address alarming trends in animal and human health issues. Dr Rhoades is also the author of "The Food Solution" and host of "The Regenerative Vet" podcast.

WHEN: 10am - 4pm on the 12th & 13th June

Thursday 12th June – Presentations by Phill and Gundi followed by observations of local soil samples under Phill's microscopes. Lunch and morning tea provided

Friday 13 June – Opportunity to host a site visit with Phill , on your property. Must be within the Mansfield region. BYO lunch.

When purchasing your ticket, please select if you would like a site visit on day two and provide the property address. Three to four site visits over the day. Properties will be picked at random. Please note this day is open to all participants to come along.

WHY ATTEND?

Witness firsthand how agricultural practices directly influence the temperature, moisture levels, and overall health of your soil and surrounding environment. Phill will demonstrate how bare or tilled soils re-radiate more heat, contributing to local aridification and drought conditions—while living, covered soils create their own microclimate of resilience.

Regenerate Earth collaborates with farmers commercial and small scale, scientists, policymakers, and communities to design and implement strategies that increase land viability while reducing dependency on costly inputs. This field day brings together cutting-edge soil microbiology research and practical on-farm application in a format that allows for meaningful conversation and transformative learning.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This event is perfect for farmers, land managers, agronomists, policymakers, and anyone passionate about sustainable food systems and landscape regeneration.

WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE

This field day offers a unique opportunity to learn about, regenerative grazing practices and understand the science behind soil health. You'll walk away with practical knowledge on:

• The hidden impacts of ploughing on soil biology and heat dynamics in your landscape
• Maintaining year-round green cover to cool local climate and enhance water retention
• How conventional tillage contributes to moisture loss, erosion, and reduced soil carbon
• Building soil microbial ecosystems that improve resilience against climate extremes
• How soil biology directly impacts animal health and nutritional quality of food
• Reducing veterinary interventions through improved soil management
• The tangible health benefits of food grown in biologically rich soils
• Regenerative grazing methods that enhance soil health and pasture productivity
• Reducing input costs while improving soil fertility, function and farm profitability

Join us as we explore how understanding soil biology and maintaining living ground cover can transform your farm into a cooler, more productive, and resilient agricultural system.