Cutting edge research to transform agriculture with regenerative principles
Our Mission
Society’s advance is contingent upon transformational changes in our food production system. Currently, the farmers and ranchers are leading the innovation of food production systems, ahead of the researchers.Science is necessary to make regenerative food systems a reality, but we need to rethink how we apply science in order to get there. Producers require independent, practical scientific support to ensure that concepts, practices, and systems are scalable and transferable to other operations and regions.
Where are we next?
Oklahoma Rangelands
April 15 - 22
We will be sampling small grains in Oklahoma!
Missouri Rangelands
May 5 - 12
Our first visit to Missouri for the 1000 Farms Initiative, we are ready to see the livestock rangelands!
Florida Citrus
April 24 - May 1
This will be our first year in Florida! We will be researching in the citrus.
Oregon Apples, Cherries, Hazelnuts
April 24 - May 1
Oregon, we are returning and we cannot wait to see what's in store this year in the apples, cherries and hazelnuts!
What's Happening
SAVE THE DATE for our annual Field Day at Blue Dasher Farm: August 10, 2024
The 2023 Annual Report is now available!!
2023 highlights at a glance
-423 farms with full system assessments (total farms visited 453)
- 19 states and 2 Canadian provinces from CA to VT
- 6 field days
Totals from the first two field seasons of the 1000 Farms Initiative: 737 full system assessments on farms across North America, and 842 farms visited!!
Want to review the 2022 report? See it here:
Recent Research Highlights
JGR Biogeosciences:
Insects:
Ecosphere:
PeerJ:
Florida Entomologist:
1000 Farms Initiative 2023, in Images
You Can Make A Difference
We wouldn't be here without your help! Ecdysis is a grass-roots research foundation, started and continuing its mission by the contributions of many. Every dollar counts to us.
Consider donating towards our mission of research, education, and demonstration to support regenerative agriculture and a repair our world for future generations!
Collaborators and Funders in the Ecdysis Mission
