White Oak Pastures Pioneers Regenerative Agriculture, Transforming Farming Practices
White Oak Pastures, a 160-year-old family farm in Bluffton, Georgia, has become a model for regenerative agriculture in the United States. Owned by Will Harris, the farm transitioned from industrial cattle production to regenerative practices in 1995. This shift involved moving from a focus on outputs to a system-based approach that prioritizes soil health, biodiversity, and humane animal husbandry. The farm's transformation has attracted attention from food circles, journalists, and national media, leading to the establishment of the Center for Agricultural Resilience (CFAR). CFAR serves as an educational nonprofit, teaching regenerative techniques to farmers and hobbyists. The farm's success is attributed to its ability to adapt regenerative practices to its unique ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of place-based solutions. 
