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Mars partners to support regenerative agriculture transition across its North American pet food supply chain

The Soil and Water Outcomes Fund is proud to partner with Royal Canin North America and Mars, expanding our support for farmers as they begin or scale on-farm conservation practices that yield positive environmental outcomes.

Learn more about this new multiyear partnership.

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Measuring Impact: SWOF’s Role in Water Quality

Ensuring good water quality is essential for sustainable farming, environmental health, and food security. Learn about our water sampling process, conservation efforts, and the impact of reducing nitrogen and phosphorus runoff to protect ecosystems and support sustainable farming.

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Dirt Matters: Understanding and Enhancing Soil Microbial Diversity

Throughout our diverse agricultural landscapes, soil health is fundamental for productivity and sustainability. Beneath the surface, a variety of organisms, from microbes to fungi, collaborate to nourish and structure the soil. Learn key aspects of the pivotal role microbial diversity plays in fostering resilient agricultural ecosystems.

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Upcoming Events and Meetings

Our team is planning to join several upcoming grower meetings and participate in events and tradeshows around the Midwest and other program areas. Whether you are actively participating in a carbon or ecosystem markets program or just considering it, we’d love to visit with you to see how you can get the most from your acres, in addition to your cash crop. Find an event near you below and be sure to check back, as more events will be added soon. We look forward to meeting you!