Embracing significant change
This mentee has embarked on significant changes in their farming practices, committing to a grazing management overhaul covering approximately 20 hectares initially, with plans to extend this to a minimum of 500 hectares. This proactive approach reflects a dedication to optimising land use and improving ecosystem health through strategic grazing practices, marking a substantial step towards sustainable land management on their 1,344-hectare property.
Additionally, the mentee has reintroduced their old Holistic Management International (HMI) context material to revive their goals and visions, emphasising priorities such as family time and a vegetable garden. This reflects a holistic approach to farming, integrating personal values and lifestyle aspirations with land management strategies, further aligning their practices with regenerative principles.
Reflecting on their experience in the RAMP program, the mentee offers advice to future participants, emphasising the importance of asking questions, listening to answers, and trying out different approaches. This echoes the ethos of experiential learning and continuous improvement promoted by the program, encouraging participants to embrace curiosity, experimentation, and personal judgment in their journey towards regenerative agriculture.
Overall, the mentee found the program to meet their expectations, citing the acquisition of valuable contacts, the validation of conceptual ideas, and the development of confidence to implement changes as key outcomes. Their positive experience underscores the transformative impact of the RAMP program in empowering participants to explore, innovate, and succeed in their journey towards sustainable and regenerative farming practices.
