Rachel's Farm for community groups

Screening Rachel’s Farm is a fantastic way to start conversations with your community about the principles and practice of regen farming and help farmers future proof their farming business. This resource is aimed at rural and regional councils who want to engage with local farmers and landowners about making the switch to regenerative farming. The information and activities can be easily applied to smaller scale community groups who have gardens, including Country Women’s Association, Men’s Sheds, local park groups, schools, and community gardens.

Overview of the educational resources:

Rachel’s Farm shows the real world experience and benefits of switching to regenerative farming practices. Whether you want to increase your profitability, improve your land and water management, produce healthy livestock with less inputs, or grow your own food, this film is a practical, real world case study that shows how regen farming is done and the benefits that can be realised in just 12 months.

Through various experts featured in the film, you will learn about the science behind the practice, including biodiversity, soil health, rotating stock, and water management. The film also shows how regen farming helps to combat climate change and can deliver additional income to farmers in the form of carbon trading.

Screening Rachel’s Farm is a fantastic way to start conversations with your community about the principles of regenerative agriculture and practice of regenerative farming and help farmers future proof their farming business.

The accompanying resources are presented in four parts:

1. WHAT is regenerative agriculture?
2. WHY is it a better alternative to conventional farming?
3. HOW do you make the switch?
4. WHO is pioneering this approach?

Resources provided:

• How to access the film
• Fact sheets and top tips
• Expert quotes and highlighted scenes
• Worksheets with suggested activities
• Discussion topics
• Additional activities.