Imagine spending a weekend—or even five—immersed in the beauty of rural Bali, learning the art of regenerative farming. At Bekandze Farm, you’ll have the unique opportunity to be guided by local experts while engaging in hands-on activities with fellow environmental enthusiasts.
For the first time, we are offering our Introduction to Regenerative Farming course in English. After successfully teaching Balinese smallholders and agricultural students, we are excited to extend this opportunity to a broader audience. Our course is held at our training center and demonstration farm near Tampaksiring, with field visits to nearby farms and projects providing a rich insight into the diverse farming practices in Bali.
The course is structured into 10 engaging modules, allowing you the flexibility to explore just one module, spend a weekend diving into two, or commit to the full experience. Why not make it a rural getaway? You could stay at one of the world-class eco-resorts around Tampaksiring. Plus, Bekandze Farm is conveniently close to some of Bali’s most revered water temples.
Mark your calendar: the course starts on October 19th and runs every weekend for five weeks, from 10 am to 4 pm on both Saturdays and Sundays. Each day involves different content (check out the program below), so to maximize your learning experience we recommend starting with the first weekend module.
* Pre-paid modules are non-refundable but may be taken at future offerings of this course.
| 1Sat 19 October | Module 1: Introduction to the principles of regenerative agriculture and the differences between various approaches. |
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| 1Sun 20 October | Module 2: Design - everything from beds, to zones, to contours and cropping systems. |
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| 3Sat 26 October | Module 3: Soil health and fertility - what is it and how do you achieve it. |
| 4Sun 27 October | Module 4: Water management - how to avoid the problems of too little or too much water. |
| Sat 2 November | Module 5: Beds and mulches - how to prepare productive garden beds and understand the role of mulches. |
| Sun 3 November | Module 6: Seeds, seedlings, propagation and nursery management.Lorem |
| Sat 9 November | Module 7: Pest and disease management - protecting your crops naturally. |
| Sun 10 November | Module 8: Holistic plant health and garden maintenance. |
| Sat 16 November | Module 9: Harvest and post-harvest - how to optimise quality and minimise waste. |
| Sun 17 November | Module 10: The business of regenerative farming in Bali - understanding and participating in Bali's organic market and supply chain - as supplier and as a consumer. |