CFAR Session 13: September 2024

September 16-18, 2024

Will Harris, White Oak Pastures' 4th Generation and owner, founded a 501c3 non-profit called the Center for Agricultural Resilience.

In this intensive two-and-a-half-day program, we delve deeply into a diverse array of agricultural topics, spanning from holistic systems thinking to the intricacies of soil health. Our exploration encompasses gaining insight into the origins of agricultural challenges, their evolutionary path, and practical solutions. Participants actively engage in enlightening discussions, debunking myths related to food production, and immersing themselves in hands-on activities like land monitoring. We provide a comprehensive overview of the essential services required for the production, processing, and monetization of agricultural products.  Each day will begin with a farm-cooked breakfast and end with an equally delicious farm-fresh supper.

Guiding this program is Tre Cates, the esteemed moderator from nRythm. Tre is a seasoned entrepreneur and a leading figure in the regenerative movement. His extensive experience includes successfully establishing multiple organizations from the ground up. Tre places a strong emphasis on fostering healthy and regenerative organizational environments that facilitate sustainable outcomes while upholding social and environmental integrity. He has played a pivotal role in cultivating a global community of practice focused on regeneration, spanning across more than 20 countries. Moreover, Tre possesses significant expertise in organizational strategic planning, with a particular focus on go-to-market strategies, customer management, and business development. His diverse skill set also encompasses serving as a CEO of a publicly traded company, securing growth capital, orchestrating strategic acquisitions, and leading high-stakes negotiations with Fortune 500 corporations, government entities, and international development organizations.

Session Themes:

• Resilience vs. Efficiency: Striking the Balance
• Complexity vs. Complication: Navigating Agricultural Dynamics
• Rejuvenating the Natural Cycles: A Key to Sustainability
• Can Regenerative Agriculture Nourish the World?
• Holistic Well-being: Land, Animal, and Community Health
• Ecological Outcome Verification: Monitoring Land Health
• Breaking Down Siloed Agriculture: Restoring Synergy
• Informed Decision-Making Through Data
• Reviving Rural Communities: The Bluffton, Georgia Experience
• A Comprehensive Business Evaluation: Beyond Conventional Appraisals
• From Pastures to Profits: White Oak's Agriculture Enterprises
• Overcoming Adoption Barriers in Agriculture

White Oak Pastures Cabin and RV Park lodging options are available online at: https://whiteoakpastures.com/cabins

Additional lodging options can be found HERE.

If your travel plans include flying, please note that the closest airports to the farm are a bit too far for ride sharing services such as Uber or Lyft. We recommend making arrangements for a rental car to ensure you have adequate transportation.

Please Note! *CFAR event ticket purchases are subject to a $50.00 non-refundable processing fee for cancellations/refunds. This fee will not apply if you wish to transfer the amount you paid toward another CFAR event ticket in the future.