BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.3.6//EN TZID:America/Denver X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Denver BEGIN:VEVENT UID:104@ranchstewards.org DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver;VALUE=DATE:20260930 DTSTAMP:20260709T211723Z URL:https://ranchstewards.org/events/ray-archulata-and-alejandro-carrillo/ SUMMARY:Soil Health Field Days with Ray Archuleta and Alejandro Carrillo DESCRIPTION:Location: Matador Ranch\, Dodson\, MT\n\nAccommodations and hot el stays can be made in Zortman (10 miles from Matador) or Malta\, MT (45 miles north of the Matador).\n\n \;\n\nIf you want your ground to stay productive when the rain doesn’t come\, this workshop is for you.\n\nJo in Ray Archuleta and Alejandro Carrillo for a hands on\, two-day deep dive into regenerative ranching from a real world\, producer perspective. You will learn how to build soil that captures and holds moisture\, grows more grass\, and supports higher stocking rates without increasing inputs. We will cover practical ways to improve nutrient cycling\, reduce salinity\, and manage disease and pest pressure while improving animal health. This i s about producing more with what you already have\, lowering feed costs\, and building a more resilient and profitable operation.\n\n \;\n\n\n\n Ray Archuleta\nRay Archuleta is a Professional Soil Scientist\, speaker\, mentor\, and consultant. He works to educate farmers\, agronomists\, and t he broader public about the importance of soil health and regenerative agr iculture from a unique\, holistic\, and integrated perspective.\n \;\n \n\nAlejandro Carrillo is a fourth-generation rancher in the Chihuahuan de sert. After years travelling and learning from regenerative ranchers aroun d the world\, Carrillo has lowered his inputs substantially and can carry 3 times more cattle than his neighboring ranches on a per-acre basis.\n&nb sp\;\n\n \;\n\nMore detailed times and agenda to follow. \nSoil Healt h Field Days Agenda\nDay 1\n8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.\n\nRegistration &\; Welcome\nSpeakers: Workshop Team\n\n\n Meet fellow participants and rece ive workshop materials.\n Prepare for two days of hands-on learning in th e field.\n\nLet the Soil Speak: Live Soil Health Demonstration\nSpeaker: R ay Archuleta\n\n\n Experience the rainfall simulator and soil health demo nstrations.\n Compare how different management practices affect water inf iltration\, erosion\, soil structure\, and nutrient retention.\n See firs thand how healthy soil functions under real-world conditions.\n\nPrinciple s &\; Patterns of Nature\nSpeaker: Ray Archuleta\n\n\n Discover the pr inciples that drive healthy\, resilient ecosystems.\n Learn how nature's design can be applied to working lands and ranch management.\n\nGrazing in Sync with Nature\nSpeaker: Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Explore the art and science of adaptive grazing.\n Learn how livestock can improve ecosystem function while supporting profitable operations.\n\nLunch\nGoing Beyond Gr asslands\nSpeaker: Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Discover advanced grazing man agement strategies.\n Learn practical approaches to improving ecological health and ranch profitability.\n\nHands-On Field Exercises\nSpeaker: Ray Archuleta\n\n\n Practice using soil health assessment tools in the field. \n Learn how to evaluate soil function and ecosystem health on your own o peration.\n\nOpen Discussion &\; Q&\;A\nSpeakers: Ray Archuleta & \; Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Ask questions and engage with the instructors .\n Discuss practical ways to apply the day's concepts to your own ranch or farm.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDay 2\n8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.\n\nDay 1 Questions &a mp\; Review\nSpeakers: Workshop Instructors\n\n\n Review key concepts fro m Day 1.\n Questions\n\nAnimal Genetics &\; Epigenetics\nSpeaker: Alej andro Carrillo\n\n\n Learn how genetics and epigenetics influence animal performance and resilience.\n Explore how selecting the right animals can improve long-term ranch success.\n\nWater &\; Fencing Infrastructure\n Speaker: Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Understand how infrastructure supports adaptive grazing.\n Learn practical strategies for designing efficient wa tering systems and fencing.\n\nThe Four Processes Driven by Biology: Sunli ght\, Water\, Nutrient &\; Diversity\nSpeaker: Ray Archuleta\n\n\n Exp lore the four ecosystem processes that drive healthy landscapes.\n Learn how these biological processes improve soil function and productivity.\n\n Soil Assessment Tools\nSpeaker: Ray Archuleta\n\n\n Learn about soil heal th testing methods\, including the Haney Test\, PLFA\, and genetic soil te sting.\n Discover how these tools can guide better management decisions.\ n\nLunch\nDrought Management\nSpeaker: Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Develop p ractical strategies for managing grasslands during drought.\n Learn how t o build resilience while protecting long-term productivity.\n\nMonitoring for Long-Term Success\nSpeaker: Ray Archuleta\n\n\n Learn why monitoring is critical to regenerative management.\n Discover practical ways to meas ure progress and adapt your management over time.\n\nCase Study &\; Gro up Discussion\nSpeakers: Ray Archuleta &\; Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Wo rk through real-world examples from working ranches.\n Discuss practical applications and management strategies.\n\nClosing Questions &\; Wrap-U p\nSpeakers: All Instructors\n\n\n Review key takeaways from the workshop .\n Leave with practical ideas and next steps you can implement on your o wn operation.\n\nCan't Make It to Malta?\nRay Archuleta and Alejandro Carr illo will also be speaking at several other events across the region this fall. If you're unable to attend the Malta workshop\, consider joining the m at one of these upcoming programs:\n\n\n September 22 – Montana Depar tment of Agriculture\, Helena\, Montana (mid-day program\, approximately 2 –3 hours)\n September 24–25 – Sheridan Working Lands\, Sheridan\, W yoming\n September 28–29 – Ranchers Stewardship Alliance\, Malta\, Mo ntana\n October 1–2 – Blackfoot Challenge\, Helmville\, Montana\n\nFo r event details\, registration information\, and schedule updates\, please visit the host organization's website:\n\n\n Montana Department of Agric ulture\n Sheridan Working Lands\n Blackfoot Challenge\n\nEvent details a re subject to change. Please check with the host organization for the most current information. 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