January 27-28, 2026

A learning opportunity to explore regenerative tree nut farming

Join us for two full days in the orchards where farmers take the lead in sharing practical, hands-on approaches to regenerative agriculture. This gathering brings together growers, ranchers, researchers, healthcare leaders, and community members to learn from the land and from each other. Over the course of two days, we’ll dive into farmer-led discussions and field demonstrations covering: Cover crops for soil health, water retention, and biodiversity. Livestock integration to cycle nutrients and enhance orchard vitality. Food as medicine—exploring the link between nutrient-dense farming and human health. Agrotourism as a pathway to farm resilience and deeper community connections.…plus additional farmer-tested strategies for creating thriving regenerative systems. Whether you join for one day or both, you’ll walk away with inspiration, practical knowledge, and a renewed sense of what’s possible for farming and food.

*Spanish translation will be available at the Field Day // La traducción al español estará disponible durante el día de campo.*

Agenda:

Speaker Bios and Photos:

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Registration 8AM

Welcome

Monte Bottens: will lead a thought provoking discussion and help you along your journey to a Principles First Farming approach. Whether you farm conventional produce or regenerative almonds, everyone can do more to better align with the Soil Health Principles to improve the soil, plant, animal, human, and ecosystem health!

Tree Nut Farmer to Farmer Panel: hear from tree nut farmers that are in various stages of incorporating regenerative practices in their orchards - Revel Brughelli, Steven Haworth, Justin Burrows, Jimi Valov and Montica O'Crawley. Moderated by Andrew Carroll

Lunch

How to Successfully Transition Orchards into Regenerative - The Art and Science lead by Chuck Schembre, Eco Soil Solutions

Pathways in the Field: (Attendees will pick one topic and get a deep dive for 1.5 hours)

1.All About Cover Crops and Production Systems lead by Silas Rossow

2.Hedgerows and Diversity lead by Rosie Burroughs, Xerces and the East Side Resource Conservation District.

3.Livestock Integration in Orchard Systems lead by Benina Montes and Kaleb Thomas.

The Intersection of Chemistry and Biology in Farming: A high-level overview of how to put together an biologically-friendly cropping program that is both profitable and regenerative. Jerel Kratt and moderated by Justin Wylie

Reception - join us out in the field for some community gathering, a bonfire, beverages and charcuterie

Dinner - enjoy a delicious dinner made with local products

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Registration 8AM

Food As Medicine: Why How We Farm Matters -Stephanie Alexandre, Alexandre Family Farm

The Economics of Regenerative Almonds- Andrew Carroll, Ecothrive Farm Management

Inviting the Public into your Operation - James Chinchiolo, Chinchiolo Farming Co.

Lunch

Farmer to Farmer Panel: hear from various farmers that are farming other specialty crops through out the state and learn from their experiences - Kelly Mulville - Grapes, Andy Shaffer - Lemons + Avocados, Gino Pedretti - Cotton, Seth Rossow - Garlic and Derek Lange - Citrus. Moderated by Benina Montes

GSA's - How do we get them informed on the benefits of cover crops in orchards? - Mike Tietze

Future of the Valley - What do we want it to look like? - Moderator Hannah Johnson