Meet me this winter
Scott Gillespie
Author of "Practical Regeneration" | Monthly newsletter: #RealisticRegenAg
It’s conference season and so this update has a list of all the places I plan to be. I hope to see you sometime this winter.
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One more thing: I have a sneak peek of the cover of the book I have in the publication process! It should be out by March. Scroll down to see it :)
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Where I'll be in Winter 2024
Agri Food Hub & Trade Centre in Lethbridge
Thursday January 18, 2024
I’ll have a booth and will chair the morning session
Online (Lethbridge County)
Monday, January 29, 2024
I’ll be presenting “Cover Crop Clarity: Simplifying Selection for Alberta’s Farming Realities”
Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge
Wednesday February 14 - Thursday February 15, 2024
I’ll have a booth set up
Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge
Tuesday February 20 - Thursday February 22, 2024
I’ll have a booth set up
Agri Food Hub & Trade Centre in Lethbridge
Tuesday February 27 - Thursday February 29, 2024
Booth 16 in the corridor looking towards Henderson Lake
Speaking, Teaching, & Workshop Design
Hire me for your next event. I’ve given presentations (online and in-person), taught courses at Lethbridge College to diploma & degree students, and created workshops. A full list of my work is on my “Media” page. Most events are not recorded but a few have made it to YouTube. I’m up for just about anything so let me know what you need and we’ll go from there.
Consulting Packages
I do not sell any products. I do not follow systems that others have created. I get to know your farm or agribusiness, your needs, and work to develop a plan that works for you. You are not locked in: Once the plan is created you are free to implement it on your own, hire another company, or retain me for help along the way.
$600 Q&A Package
You’ve got questions. I’ve got answers. Not sure where to begin? Do you need a sounding board for your ideas? Perhaps you want a second opinion on what your current advisor is suggesting. Don’t worry, I won’t tell anyone.
Pricing includes one meeting in-person (within 100km of Taber, AB) or online and support through email, text, or phone for a 3 month period.
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It is ideal for winter planning or seasonal support.
Upgrade to any other plan for the difference in cost anytime.
$3000 Farm Planning
I get to know your operation, where you are, and where you want to be. Give me access to as much, or as little, data as you like. Don’t worry if it’s not organized. I’ll figure it out.
Pricing includes four meetings in-person (within 100km of Taber, AB) or online and support through email, text, or phone for a 12 month period.
This is ideally started in the fall with new clients so that plans can be worked on over the winter. The summer can be used for implementing and fine-tuning them.
$2000 Annual Retainer
Unlike most agronomy businesses, I don’t try to hook you into my services year after year. I love to keep working with you over the long term though.
Pricing includes four meetings in-person (within 100km of Taber, AB) or online and support through email, text, or phone for a 12 month period.
This is ideal for existing clients who want support for the farm on an annual basis or who just want to have a resource throughout without a lot of upfront work.
Content Summaries from December
541 From EEFs to Organic Challenges: This Month in Regenerative Ag
You've heard me mention that enhanced efficiency fertilizers (EEFs) can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, yet they seldom boost yields. But what if we adjusted their usage rates? This approach might make them more economically viable for farmers and more beneficial for the planet.
In other news, I'll explore how long-term crop rotations benefit cash crops, the cost-benefit analysis of cover crop rotations, and a contentious issue in organic farming: Should organic growers facing unsolvable problems be permitted to temporarily revert to conventional methods to resolve these issues, and subsequently regain their organic certification?
542 Seager Wheeler
A chance discovery in a used bookstore in Winnipeg introduced me to Seager Wheeler. He shared similarities with many settlers who arrived in the Canadian Prairies during the late 19th century, but he stood out above others as Western Canada’s Wheat King, gaining international recognition. What set him apart even more was the fact that he documented his experiences in a book. I stumbled upon a copy of "Profitable Grain Growing," dating back to the first printing in 1919. Join me in this episode as I delve into his life, his methods, and how you can access the entire book online if you're interested.
543 Precision Agronomy: Lessons from a semester of teaching
In several episodes of this podcast, I've shared my experiences teaching Precision Agriculture to diploma and degree students at Lethbridge College. Teaching is a reciprocal process, and through it, I've gained valuable insights into the future of agriculture and the evolving landscape of agronomy in the upcoming years and decades. Join me in this final episode of the season as we delve into the key takeaways from the past semester.
Practical Regeneration:
Realistic Strategies for Climate Smart Agriculture
Farmers are feeling the pressure to implement climate smart strategies from outside forces. Governments are making international commitments and agribusinesses are responding to consumer demands and shareholder resolutions. The hype of regenerative agriculture keeps growing. But what actually works? I have spent two decades working with farmers on the Western Canadian Prairies. I’ve seen what works and what doesn’t. I’ve spent the time critically reviewing the science behind the claims. Whether you are a farmer, an agronomist, or anyone that touches agriculture, this book will help you find the practices that help the planet and, just as importantly, farmers’ economic sustainability.
Stay subscribed to this newsletter for availability. It will have a Worldwide Print On Demand plus option be available on Amazon Kindle, Google Play Books, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble Nook and Rakuten/Indigo Kobo. Any bookstore (chain or independent) wanting to stock it will be able to order risk free with book return insurance at the normal trade discount.
S-CAP Funding ($150,000 or more)
Many things are covered but the highlights are:
My fees can usually be included in the funding
Profitable From the Start: Cover Crops for the Prairies
You'll make a Cover Crops FIRST (TM) Plan:
CCA Continuing Education Credits (CEU) available
Looking forward to what comes across your WhatsApp channel and reading your book once it is published!