• South Dakota farmer Terry Ness has implemented no-till farming and other soil health practices since the early 1990s, significantly improving soil fertility and water retention.
• Over three decades, Ness increased soil organic matter from about one percent to four percent, reducing the need for fertilizers and minimizing runoff.
• Laura Edwards, South Dakota State University Extension State Climatologist, emphasizes that regenerative agriculture practices are crucial for building resilience against extreme weather.
