Webinars
Webinar Series
The Enlightened Soil Webinar Series offers insightful, educational content on soil science, plant health, crop production and agronomic techniques for implementing and maximizing a systems-approach to farming. Explore how EnSoil Algaeā¢ a liquid concentrate of living green algae, is crafted to work alongside synthetic chemicals and other biologicals for improving production and achieving optimal agronomic and economic outcomes.
Hosted by the Enlightened Soil Webinar production team of Camille Newsom and Yazzy Rodrigues, the goal is to support and foster helpful connections among farmers, ranchers, agronomists and researchers in their quest to improve their implementation of regenerative agricultural practices.
Enlightened Soil Webinars
#1 - EnSoil 101 with Ray Archuleta
Ray Archuleta shares how he got introduced to EnSoil Algaeā¢ and how this tool can drive change in the regenerative sector. Ray Archuleta is a Certified Professional Soil Scientist with the Soil Science Society of America and has over 30 years experience as a Soil Conservationist, Water Quality Specialist, and Conservation Agronomist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). After his retirement from the NRCS in 2017, Ray founded Understanding Ag, LLC, and Soil Health Academy, LLC, to teach Biomimicry strategies and Agroecology principles for improving soil function on a national scale. Ray also owns and operates a 150-acre farm near Seymour, Missouri that he operates along with his wife and family.
#2 - Increasing Cover Crop Success with Fred Morales
Fred Morales, the owner of Morales Feed and Supply in Devine, TX, has been in the farming industry since 1981. Fred shares the benefits of cover cropping and ways to optimize all plantings with EnSoil Algaeā¢ and other tools for a significant return on investment.
#3 - EnSoil 101 with Founder and Chief Science Officer, Dr. George Taylor
Dr. George Taylor, Founder and Chief Science Officer at Enlightened Soil Corp, shares the science behind EnSoil Algaeā¢, and the unique ways in which EnSoil Algaeā¢ improves soil health and crop production reducing reliance on chemical fertilizer.
#4 - EnSoil Algaeā¢ for Corn with Russell Hedrick
Russell Hedrick, 2022 dryland corn yield champion and EnSoil Algaeā¢ user, shares how a combination of adaptive chemical and biological practices, guided by in-depth soil analyses, can impact corn yield and ROI.
#5 - Improve Production Efficiency with Dr. Jerry Hatfield
Dr. Jerry Hatfield is passionate about helping producers understand the dynamics that have a real impact on production and travels across the country to do just that! With an extensive background in agronomy, both in the lab and in the field, Jerry has a wealth of knowledge to share with the EnSoil Algaeā¢ Community.
#6 - Reciprocity & Collaboration with Merideth Garrigan
Merideth Garrigan of Enlightened Soil Corp shares how reciprocity and collaborations have enabled us to work with amazing people and receive incredible feedback. She shares testimonials that truly showcase EnSoil Algaeā¢’s benefits and emphasize our company and team values.
#7 - Empowering Farm Management Decisions with Data with Tucker Garrigan & Don Brewer
In this episode, Enlightened Soil Corp’s Head of Sales, Tucker Garrigan, shares what we’ve learned and where we’re headed informed by our 2023 Field Report. He is joined by Don Brewer, Farm Owner, EnSoil Algaeā¢ user, and Enlightened Soil Corp partner who shares his experience working with the EnSoil Algaeā¢ and with the team.
#8 - Raising Crops in the Desert with Dr. Yadi Wang
Yadi Wang serves as the General Manager at Oatman Flats Ranch, the only Regenerative Organic Certified wheat operation in the U.S. Southwest. Discover how he successfully cultivates crops in the challenging conditions of the Sonoran Desert while restoring balance to the entire ecosystem through regenerative practices, including the use of EnSoil Algaeā¢.
#9 - Microbial Nutrition with Dr. Herb Young
Herb Young is a BeCropĀ® advisor and has his own regenerative citrus farm called Squeeze Citrus, LLC. Herb has worked with EnSoil Algaeā¢ on citrus and peppers and shares his research with us, informed by the BeCrop analysis by Biome Makers.
#10 - Haney Test Introduction by Liz Haney
Liz Haney is a soil and ecosystem scientist, co-owner of Soil Regen, and co-developer of the Haney soil test. The Haney soil test is a revolutionary soil test that mimics natural field conditions, focusing on biological activity and nutrient availability. This method provides a comprehensive look at the living, dynamic system that is SOIL, enabling growers to accurately determine yield goals and the necessary steps to achieve them.
#11 - Unpacking the Haney Soil Test with Liz Haney Pt. 2
Liz Haney breaks down the Haney test, explaining each measurement, its significance, and how to improve it. She compares Russell Hedrick’s 2013 and current results to emphasize the importance of maintaining a balanced soil ecosystem.
#12 - The Role of Microalgae in the Rhizophagy Cycle with Dr. James White
In this webinar, Dr. James White, a professor of plant biology at Rutgers University, discusses the Rhizophagy cycle, where plants absorb soil microbes for nutrients. He advocates for biological agriculture, emphasizing its benefits for nutrient-rich crops and the environment. The discussion covers plant-microbe interactions and the symbiotic relationship between plants, bacteria, and algae.
#13 - Creating a Healthy Ecosystem Using Regenerative Practices with Donna Kilpatrick, Heifer Ranch
Donna Kilpatrick, Director of Regeneration at Heifer Ranch shares her experiences and strategies for maintaining soil biological activity and developing connections within the regeneration community. This discussion centers around the integration of livestock for regeneration, monitoring, and testing farming practices, and the benefits of cover crops.
#14 - Building Bridges for Regenerative Agriculture with Ryan Slabaugh, Think Regeneration
Think Regeneration founder, Ryan Slabaugh, joins the Enlightened Soil Webinar to discuss the common missing links crucial for creating new systems that lead to regenerative outcomes.
#15 - Rooted in Regeneration with Kelly Claudon and Carly Redding, CFAR
Community and education are our greatest assets in the pursuit to transform and regenerate our agricultural system. That’s why Kelly Claudon and Carly Redding from the Center for Agricultural Resilience (CFAR) join the Enlightened Soil Webinar to discuss the intersection of agriculture, education and community. CFAR, founded by Will Harris, has a mission to inspire a rethinking of a system using White Oak Pastures’ 25 year long production journey as a guide.