Agriculture

Question 1

What is regenerative farming?

Answer 1

It is a principle of farming practices with an emphasis on regenerating and restoring the ecosystem, through supporting:

• soils
• water quality
• fertiliser use

System of farming principles and practices that seeks to rehabilitate and enhance the entire ecosystem of the farm by placing a heavy premium on soil health with attention also paid to water management, fertilizer use, and more.

Question 2

What are the 5 principles?

Answer 2

1. DO NOT DISTURB - Do not disturb the soil - min till or direct drill
2. LIVESTOCK - Livestock on the ground
3. DIVERSITY - Diversity of plans
4. COVER CROPS - Keep the ground covered with cover crops
5. LIVING ROOTS IN SOIL