Soil System Masterclass

with Daniel Schuurman, Regenerative Agronomist

Learn about the biological engine that works in our soils and how best to interact with this in our growing, buying and land management opportunities.

 
Masterclass 1

Healthy Soil Systems

Learn about:

  • What is soil?

  • What is a healthy soil system?

  • Aerobic vs anaerobic

  • Negative soil practices

  • What conventional agriculture does to soil

  • What is soil regeneration?

Masterclass 2

Rhizosphere Microbial Systems

Learn about:

  • Mycorrhizal Fungi

  • History of Damaged Rhizosphere

  • What really drives plant productivity

  • Fungi and the carbon cycle

Masterclass 3

Phyllosphere Microbial Systems - How Plants Use Their Leaves to Become Pest Resistant

Learn about:

  • Soil food web

  • Nitrogen fixation

  • Disease management without pesticides, herbicides, fungicides

  • Quorum sensing

  • Quorum quenching

About Daniel Schuurman- Regenerative Agronomist

Drawing on over 40 years of expertise, Daniel serves as a trusted consultant for a diverse array of commercial growers and farmers throughout New Zealand. His services encompass comprehensive soil analysis, tailored crop programs, and hands-on technical support across a spectrum of agricultural sectors, including fruit, arable, viticulture, ornamentals, and pasture.

Daniel's specialisation lies in guiding the transition away from conventional agrochemical-based practices toward biologically regenerative programs grounded in the principles of beneficial microbial activity and optimised nutrition.

Through his adept guidance, clients not only embrace regenerative growing systems but also witness tangible improvements in yields and profitability, marking a pivotal shift towards sustainable agricultural practices.