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:20260820T173714Z 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\, South of Malta\, MT\n\nAccommodations and hotel 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 yo u.\n\nJoin Ray Archuleta and Alejandro Carrillo for a hands on\, two-day d eep dive into regenerative ranching from a real world\, producer perspecti ve. You will learn how to build soil that captures and holds moisture\, gr ows more grass\, and supports higher stocking rates without increasing inp uts. We will cover practical ways to improve nutrient cycling\, reduce sal inity\, and manage disease and pest pressure while improving animal health . This is about producing more with what you already have\, lowering feed costs\, and building a more resilient and profitable operation.\n\n \; \n\n\n\nRay Archuleta\nRay Archuleta is a Professional Soil Scientist\, sp eaker\, mentor\, and consultant. He works to educate farmers\, agronomists \, and the broader public about the importance of soil health and regenera tive agriculture from a unique\, holistic\, and integrated perspective.\n& nbsp\;\n\n\nAlejandro Carrillo is a fourth-generation rancher in the Chihu ahuan desert. After years travelling and learning from regenerative ranche rs around the world\, Carrillo has lowered his inputs substantially and ca n carry 3 times more cattle than his neighboring ranches on a per-acre bas is.\n \;\n\n \;\n\nMore detailed times and agenda to follow. \nSo il Health Field Days Agenda\nDay 1\n8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.\n\nRegistratio n &\; Welcome\nSpeakers: Workshop Team\n\n\n Meet fellow participants and receive workshop materials.\n Prepare for two days of hands-on learni ng in the field.\n\nLet the Soil Speak: Live Soil Health Demonstration\nSp eaker: Ray Archuleta\n\n\n Experience the rainfall simulator and soil hea lth demonstrations.\n Compare how different management practices affect w ater infiltration\, erosion\, soil structure\, and nutrient retention.\n See firsthand how healthy soil functions under real-world conditions.\n\nP rinciples &\; Patterns of Nature\nSpeaker: Ray Archuleta\n\n\n Discove r the principles that drive healthy\, resilient ecosystems.\n Learn how n ature's design can be applied to working lands and ranch management.\n\nGr azing in Sync with Nature\nSpeaker: Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Explore the art and science of adaptive grazing.\n Learn how livestock can improve ec osystem function while supporting profitable operations.\n\nLunch\nGoing B eyond Grasslands\nSpeaker: Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Discover advanced gra zing management strategies.\n Learn practical approaches to improving eco logical health and ranch profitability.\n\nHands-On Field Exercises\nSpeak er: Ray Archuleta\n\n\n Practice using soil health assessment tools in th e field.\n Learn how to evaluate soil function and ecosystem health on yo ur own operation.\n\nOpen Discussion &\; Q&\;A\nSpeakers: Ray Archul eta &\; Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Ask questions and engage with the ins tructors.\n Discuss practical ways to apply the day's concepts to your ow n ranch or farm.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDay 2\n8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.\n\nDay 1 Ques tions &\; Review\nSpeakers: Workshop Instructors\n\n\n Review key conc epts from Day 1.\n Questions\n\nAnimal Genetics &\; Epigenetics\nSpeak er: Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Learn how genetics and epigenetics influence animal performance and resilience.\n Explore how selecting the right ani mals can improve long-term ranch success.\n\nWater &\; Fencing Infrastr ucture\nSpeaker: Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n Understand how infrastructure s upports adaptive grazing.\n Learn practical strategies for designing effi cient watering systems and fencing.\n\nThe Four Processes Driven by Biolog y: Sunlight\, Water\, Nutrient &\; Diversity\nSpeaker: Ray Archuleta\n\ n\n Explore the four ecosystem processes that drive healthy landscapes.\n Learn how these biological processes improve soil function and productiv ity.\n\nSoil Assessment Tools\nSpeaker: Ray Archuleta\n\n\n Learn about s oil health testing methods\, including the Haney Test\, PLFA\, and genetic soil testing.\n Discover how these tools can guide better management dec isions.\n\nLunch\nDrought Management\nSpeaker: Alejandro Carrillo\n\n\n D evelop practical strategies for managing grasslands during drought.\n Lea rn how to build resilience while protecting long-term productivity.\n\nMon itoring for Long-Term Success\nSpeaker: Ray Archuleta\n\n\n Learn why mon itoring is critical to regenerative management.\n Discover practical ways to measure progress and adapt your management over time.\n\nCase Study &a mp\; Group Discussion\nSpeakers: Ray Archuleta &\; Alejandro Carrillo\n \n\n Work through real-world examples from working ranches.\n Discuss pr actical applications and management strategies.\n\nClosing Questions &\ ; Wrap-Up\nSpeakers: All Instructors\n\n\n Review key takeaways from the workshop.\n Leave with practical ideas and next steps you can implement o n your own operation.\n\nCan't Make It to Malta?\nRay Archuleta and Alejan dro Carrillo will also be speaking at several other events across the regi on this fall. If you're unable to attend the Malta workshop\, consider joi ning them at one of these upcoming programs:\n \;\n\n Sep 17-18\; 4 D iamond Ranch\,\, Western Sustainability\, Wilsall\, MT\n Sep 22\; MT Stat e Department of Agriculture\, Helena (2-3 hours mid-day)\n Sep 24-25\; Sh eridan Working Lands\, Sheridan\, WY\n Oct 1-2\; Blackfoot Challenge\, He lmville\, MT\n\nFor event details\, registration information\, and schedul e updates\, please visit the host organization's website:\n \;\n\n We stern Sustainability\n Montana Department of Agriculture\n Sheridan Work ing Lands\n Blackfoot Challenge\n\nEvent details are subject to change. P lease check with the host organization for the most current information. 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