Soil, Carbon & Regenerative Land Practices
- Macfie Soil Bank
Rebuild, preserve, and strategically relocate topsoil — including transferring soil from slough bottoms and low areas to eroded hilltops — to restore productivity and maximize long-term land performance.
- Treeline & Windbreak Preservation
Maintain and establish shelterbelts to reduce erosion, conserve moisture, and protect soil integrity.
- No-Compaction Protocol
Minimize field traffic, eliminate unnecessary passes, and prevent deep rutting to protect soil structure.
- Soil Compost & Biological Program
Utilize composted residue, manure blends, and biological inputs to enhance soil life and fertility.
- Water Retention & Slow-Release Systems
Implement snow-trapping, contouring, and water-holding features to improve moisture efficiency.
- Soil Structure & Residue Management
Maintain consistent residue cover to improve moisture retention and soil stability, while avoiding over-harrowing and unnecessary tillage that degrades soil structure and organic matter.
- Annual Soil Health Benchmarking
Measure and track organic matter, compaction, and biological activity across all acres.
- Pollinator & Grassland Habitat Expansion
Develop flowering strips and buffer zones to support biodiversity and ecosystem health.
- Permanent Carbon Trial Zone
Dedicate land to carbon sequestration and regenerative practice research.
Water, Habitat & Environmental Stewardship
- Wildlife Habitat Corridors
Preserve and connect non-productive and sensitive land areas for wildlife movement.
- No-Hunting Conservation Zones
Designate protected areas to support stable wildlife populations.
- Riparian Buffer Protection
Maintain natural buffers around wetlands, sloughs, and waterways.
- Watershed Monitoring Support
Invest in local water monitoring to track long-term environmental health.
Chemical Management & Water Protection
- Sprayer Mixing & Cleanout Control
Implement strict spill-prevention and controlled cleanout systems to eliminate contamination risk to water bodies, dugouts, groundwater, and yard sites, including proper handling of sprayer booms, tanks, and wash areas.
- Advanced Nutrient & Application Strategy
Utilize precision application technology and enhanced-efficiency fertilizers to reduce nutrient loss, minimize leaching and runoff, and protect water sources while maintaining long-term soil health.
Resource Efficiency & Operational Discipline
- Resource-Conscious Equipment Strategy
Extend equipment life through disciplined maintenance, efficient aeration practices, and optimized grain drying systems.
- Material Reuse & Long-Term Resource Strategy
Prioritize reuse of materials where it creates long-term operational value — reducing single-use inputs, improving durability, and lowering ongoing waste and replacement costs.
- Fuel Efficiency & Monitoring Protocols
Optimize logistics, reduce field passes, and leverage GPS systems to lower fuel consumption, while tracking fuel efficiency weekly and reviewing performance in management meetings to drive continuous improvement.
Innovation, Growth & Community Impact
- Annual Innovation & Trial Acres
Dedicate acres each year to testing regenerative, biological, and efficiency-driven farming practices.
- Advanced Crop Rotation & Cover Crop Trials
Expand crop rotations and integrate cover and companion crops to strengthen soil systems and resilience.
- Community Engagement & Agricultural Education
Support local development through school tours, education initiatives, and showcasing modern, responsible agriculture.
