Welcome!

Welcome to the transformative journey of the “Introduction to Regenerative Agroforestry” course. We’re thrilled to have you join us on this exploration of regenerative practices and sustainable land management. Throughout this course, you’ll delve into the intricate balance of ecological preservation, agricultural productivity, and long-term sustainability.

Here is an overview of the whole course program for you to peruse over:

Curriculum Item 1: Course Introduction and Overview

• Lesson 1: Welcome to the Course (* You are here *)
• Lesson 2: Understanding Agroforestry Concepts
• Lesson 3: Importance of Regenerative Practices

Curriculum Item 2: Agroforestry Principles and Benefits

• Lesson 1: What is Agroforestry?
• Lesson 2: The Principles of Regenerative Agroforestry
• Lesson 3: Benefits of Agroforestry for Sustainability

Curriculum Item 3: Historical Context of Agroforestry

• Lesson 1: A Brief History of Agroforestry Practices
• Lesson 2: Traditional Agroforestry Systems Worldwide
• Lesson 3: Modern Revival of Agroforestry Approaches

Curriculum Item 4: Elements of Agroforestry Systems

• Lesson 1: Agroforestry Components: Trees, Crops, and Livestock
• Lesson 2: Agroforestry Design for Ecosystem Services
• Lesson 3: Diverse Functional Interactions in Agroforestry

Curriculum Item 5: Principles of Regenerative Agriculture

• Lesson 1: Overview of Regenerative Agriculture
• Lesson 2: Soil Health and the Soil-Food-Web
• Lesson 3: Biodiversity and Ecosystem Resilience

Curriculum Item 6: Applying Regenerative Practices in Agroforestry

• Lesson 1: Building Soil Health through Regenerative Techniques
• Lesson 2: Enhancing Water Management in Agroforestry
• Lesson 3: Integrating Livestock and Agroforestry

Curriculum Item 7: Agroforestry for Climate Resilience

• Lesson 1: Agroforestry’s Role in Climate Change Mitigation
• Lesson 2: Carbon Sequestration in Agroforestry Systems
• Lesson 3: Adaptation Strategies for Changing Climates

Curriculum Item 8: Planning Your Agroforestry Journey

• Lesson 1: Assessing Site Conditions for Agroforestry
• Lesson 2: Designing Your Regenerative Agroforestry Layout
• Lesson 3: Steps to Implement and Manage Agroforestry Systems

Curriculum Item 9: Case Studies and Success Stories

• Lesson 1: Showcasing Successful Regenerative Agroforestry Projects
• Lesson 2: Lessons Learned from Agroforestry Practitioners
• Lesson 3: Inspirations and Insights from Agroforestry Pioneers

Curriculum Item 10: Final Assessment and Conclusion

• Lesson 1: Course Recap and Key Takeaways
• Lesson 2: Final Assessment and Knowledge Check
• Lesson 3: Continuing Your Agroforestry Journey

Each curriculum item will follow with a quiz. Many of the lessons will be reading lessons with some linked or embedded videos to watch.