YOur invited!
Join us on October 15th 2025 for a day of learning, connection and practical insights into regenerative agriculture. This is our second field day at Will’s farm in Mannville, following the success of last October’s gathering.
The morning begins with presentations at Mannville Riverview Golf Course, where you’ll hear from some leading voices in soil health, livestock nutrition and livestock integration in cropping systems:
- Derek McKenzie – soil scientist at the University of Alberta, brings deep expertise on what’s happening under our feet
- Chris Elder– ALUS Program Coordinator (Vermillion County), will share insights on managing unproductive and saline areas in cropping systems
- Lynn Girardin – from Beef Smart, will explore the connection between soil, polycultures and cattle nutrition
After lunch and refreshments at the golf course, we’ll be heading out into Will Groeneveld’s fields.
- Will Groeneveld – a grain farmer working closely with cattle producers, will talk us through his operation and demonstrate how grazing and cropping systems work together
- Kevin Elmy – cover cropping expert, author and regenerative advocate will cover polycropping in grain rotations, incorporating livestock and building soil health
Expect hands-on learning, discussions on livestock integration and a chance to see regenerative practices in action.
This event is designed for farmers, ranchers and anyone curious about how regenerative approaches can improve both land and livestock.
Key Details
- October 15th 2025, 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Morning at Mannville Golf Club, afternoon at Will Groeneveld’s farm (directions to the farm provided on the day)
- Registration costs $40 which includes lunch at the golf course and refreshments through the day
Spaces are limited, so be sure to register early. We can’t wait to see you there!
As an organization working towards climate solutions, we encourage carpooling wherever possible to reduce fuel emissions – speak to your friends and neighbours and see if you can hitch a ride!
This is event is supported in part by Western Economic Diversification Canada. We would like to thank additional partner, ALUS Canada for their support on this event.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Manville Riverview Golf Course
Minburn County No.27, AB TOB 2WO
The Regenerative Agriculture Lab (RAL) works with stakeholders along the agri-food value chain to incubate, test and explore ideas, initiatives, policies and programs that can accelerate the adoption of regenerative agriculture in Alberta.