Regeneration Academy

There are beautiful #bird species to be found in the Murcia region. Last week, we shared a post about the European roller spotted on La Junquera Farm. This week, we highlight the critical role of birds. In an article on Wikifarmer by our former student Florence E., titled "Birds: an essential player in the agroecosystem balance," the significance of birds in the agroecosystem is highlighted. Read the article to learn more about how birds contribute to healthier and more resilient landscapes. https://lnkd.in/e_CGitz7 #RegenerativeAgriculture #Biodiversity #Agroecosystem #Biodiversity

We're addressing a critical issue in the Valle del Quipar: nitrate pollution in our subterranean waters. Over 12 of 17 sampled sources exceed nitrate limits, with levels reaching up to 70 mg/L, impacting our health and the environment. Designating this area as vulnerable to nitrates is an important step to protect this vulnerable water resource. At La Junquera, we're committed to reversing this trend through regenerative farming, aiming to restore the Quipar River and its ecosystem. Join us in our mission to protect and revitalize one out of many endangered watersheds for future generations. #Sustainability #Waterquality #Regenerativeagriculture #Environmentalprotection #ValleDelQuipar #LaJunquera #consejeriadeagricultura #Caravacadelacruz

Se viene un gran curso en La Junquera Farm el primer curso de su tipo en Español! Información en Español e Inglés a continuación. A great course is coming at La Junquera Farm, the first course of its kind in Spanish! Information in Spanish and English below. __ ES: 🌿 ¡Grandes noticias! Este noviembre lanzamos el primer curso mixto de Restauración de Ecosistemas en España. 🚀🌍 📚 Este curso de 8 meses incluye 7 módulos online y una semana presencial en Camp Altiplano, en la finca La Junquera. Ideal si eres nuevo en la restauración o tienes experiencia y necesitas guía para tu proyecto. 🌱 Te ofrecemos una educación integral: aprenderás de expertos en áreas sociales, económicas, y ecológicas, para seguir paso a paso los procesos a través de ejemplos inspiradores y experiencias compartidas. Conviértete en restaurador de terrenos, consultor, empieza a colaborar con tu comunidad y mucho más. 🌎 Únete a una red nacional e internacional de restauradores gracias al acceso a la plataforma de Ecosystem Restoration Communities. 💡 ¡Visita nuestro enlace para descubrir más sobre este curso transformador! 🌿✨https://lnkd.in/ed3ruc8X Presentado por Camp Altiplano en colaboración con Regeneration Academy y Ecosystem Restoration Communities. #RestauraciónDeEcosistemas #MedioAmbiente #Sostenibilidad #CursoOnline #RestauraciónAmbiental #CampAltiplano #Conservacionambiental #educacionambiental                                                                Regeneration Academy Ecosystem Restoration Communities CIREF Centro Ibérico de Restauración Fluvial ECOACSA, Reserva de Biodiversidad Fundación Aland Ecoherencia S. Coop. And. amaterra __ EN: 🌿 Great news! This November the first mixed Ecosystem Restoration course in Spain will be launched. 🚀🌍 📚 This 8-month course includes 7 online modules and one week in person at Camp Altiplano, on La Junquera Farm. Ideal if you are new to restoration or have experience and need guidance for your project. 🌱 We offer you a comprehensive education: you will learn from experts in social, economic, and ecological areas, to follow the processes step by step through inspiring examples and shared experiences. Become a land restorer, consultant, collaborate with your community and much more. 🌎 Join a national and international network of restaurators thanks to access to the Ecosystem Restoration Communities platform. 💡 Visit our link to discover more about this transformative course! 🌿✨https://lnkd.in/ed3ruc8X Presented by Camp Altiplano in collaboration with Regeneration Academy and Ecosystem Restoration Communities. #EcosystemRestoration #Environment #Sustainability #OnlineCourse #EnvironmentalRestoration #CampAltiplano #EnvironmentalConservation #ambientaleducation

The European roller - Coracias garrulus - nests on La Junquera Farm farm! This beautiful #bird migrates vast distances, about 10.000km, from its breeding grounds in Europe and Asia to its wintering space in Sub-Saharan Africa. Unfortunately, its population in Europe is declining for various reasons, one of them being the degradation of its nesting grounds through intensive #agriculture. We are so happy to see them at la Junquera. These birds, with their bright colors, not only add to the natural beauty of our farm but also play a crucial role in #pestcontrol. Next week we share more about the importance of birds in the #agroecosystem. In the meantime, if anyone has managed to take a picture of the European roller, we would love for you to share them. #regenerativeagriculture #biodiversity

🍂 Meet the Regeneration Academy! 🌱It is a dynamic #organisation dedicated to promoting #regenerative #agriculture and #entrepreneurship. They aim to expand regenerative agricultural initiatives by engaging all essential stakeholders. 📍Offering a #transdisciplinary learning #environment, they support individuals and organizations committed to #co-creating the future of #farming and #food, believing that regenerative agriculture and #sustainable #land use are crucial for our future food system.🌾 📌Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dHQcgPRC Yanniek Marijn Schoonhoven Jerónimo Romero Jacobo Monereo Bernabéu de Yeste Clara-Hanna Bosch Janneke Enzerink

As more young people are inspired to return to the countryside and take up farming, they face a unique set of challenges, like we did. At La Junquera Farm we are committed to addressing these hurdles and supporting the new generation of rural entrepreneurs. 🌾 Some of the key challenges that we have faced while building La Junquera these past 10 years: 1. Knowledge and training: farming requires a diverse skill set and deep knowledge of sustainable practices. Many young people lack access to training and mentorship in regenerative agriculture. 2. Infrastructure and services: rural areas often have limited access to essential services such as healthcare, education, and public transport making it less attractive for young families. 3. Market access: competing with large-scale industrial farms was scary. Young farmers need support in marketing their products and accessing fair markets. 4. Community and social life: moving to a rural area can be isolating, especially for those used to the fast paced lifestyle of the city. Building a supportive community is crucial for long-term success. Some solutions that we have worked on these past 10 years: 1. Learning from organizations like Commonland and AlVelAl about innovative practices and providing comprehensive training in regenerative agriculture, offering future farmers and agrifood professionals the skills and knowledge they need to succeed through the Regeneration Academy. 2. Building a place where we can live, connect, collaborate, and support each other. 3. Working to secure funding and land access for entrepreneurs who want to develop their businesses. 4. Community building: by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, we ensure that young people feel at home in the countryside, surrounded by a supportive network. The return of young people to the countryside is so important for the future of regenerative agriculture and rural communities. By addressing these challenges head-on, we can create a thriving ecosystem where young farmers and entrepreneurs can flourish. Do you want to change the way we live and work in rural areas? Visit our website to learn more about our initiatives and how you can get involved. Together, we can overcome these challenges and pave the way for a sustainable future. 🌱🚜 #YouthInAgriculture #RuralRevival #RegenerativeFarming #SustainableFuture #LaJunquera

Do you want to experience first-hand a new way of looking at food production? If so, you might just love the Regenerative Agriculture 1-week crash course organised by the Regeneration Academy at the 1,100 hectare farm, La Junquera, in Murcia, Spain. 🦋 During the week's course this October, you will receive daily field training, workshops, and lectures to learn about: ✅ The mindset & principles of Regenerative Agriculture ✅ Practices for improving soils, water management, and biodiversity ✅ The process of shifting from conventional (organic) to regenerative farming ✅ How to connect farms with businesses And many more topics that will help you connect the dots and grasp this transformative practice. 🔗 Explore the full programme and pricing via https://lnkd.in/eKi8-ch ...and see you there?

Wow, we cannot believe it is July already. We are starting to get into a relatively slower summer mode after busy months. June has flown by, and so much has happened. We hosted two EIT Food Courses, spoke at several events (KM ZERO Food Innovation Hub, IFOAM Organics Europe), thereby connecting with many others in the sector, received the film crew of Eat More Trees, held an open day, and finalized the twelfth Research Program. August will be a quiet month at the Academy as we prepare for autumn. A lot will be happening: Jerónimo Romero attends the annual The Global Network of Lighthouse Farms gathering in August Yanniek Schoonhoven is in the Netherlands in September, speaking at the Regenerative Agriculture Summit Series Nine students are joining us in September for a new Research Program (at full capacity) We are hosting a gastronomic course on September 28-29 (now taking applications) The Crash Course will take place in October (now taking applications) The Lighthouse Farm Academy Lab is organized from November 4-8 at La Junquera Farm (now taking applications) The EARA | European Alliance for Regenerative Agriculture annual conference is taking place in November Two more EIT Food Courses will be held in November (soon opening subscriptions) Do you have questions about our programs or events, or would you like to attend? Don’t hesitate to reach out. You can apply via our website: https://lnkd.in/dHQcgPRC . Would you like to stay up to date on events, research, and farm happenings? Subscribe to our newsletter. #Regenerativeagriculture #Agriculture #EITFood #Research #Education

Our Research Coordinator Clara-Hanna Bosch is at the IFOAM Organics Europe conference in Italy, where she participates in the panel ''Who's who in organic agriculture?''. ''Together with Karla Škorjanc, Marco Paravicini Crespi, and Rudolf Pulktenis. We explored the commonalities of regenerative farming, biodynamics, agroecology, and organic farming''. Such an important conversation to have. What are your thoughts on commonalities between the latter? #regenerativeagriculture #biodynamics #agroecology #organic #farming

I’m excited to share some news about our efforts to improve soil health at La Junquera over the past 5 years, even in the challenging conditions of dryland farming. When we started, our soil was struggling (and large parts still are!). Low organic matter and signs of erosion made it tough to grow healthy crops. But with dedication and patience, we’ve seen amazing progress! What we’ve achieved: -Boosted organic matter: Increased from 0.7% to 1.7%, making our soil richer and more fertile. - Increased nitrogen: Raised from 0.049% to 0.09%, essential for robust plant growth. - Healthier soil ecosystem Microbial biomass enhanced from 680 mgC/kg-1 to 1860mgC/kg-1, showing our soil is alive and doing well. - Better soil structure: Stable aggregates improved by 3%, ensuring a more resilient soil. These improvements didn’t come easy. They’re the result of 5 years of leaving a mulch, minimum tillage and organic amendments, . It shows that with the right care, even dryland soils can be transformed. We’re committed to continuing this journey, aiming for a much better soil health and productivity in the future.