From Silicon to Soil: Alejandro Carrillo's Journey to Regenerative Ranching
S2, E38
Host: Joni Kindwall-Moore
Guest: Alejandro Carrillo
Episode Overview: In this inspiring episode, Joni Kindwall-Moore interviews Alejandro Carrillo, a rancher who has transformed the arid Chihuahuan Desert into a thriving regenerative ecosystem. Alejandro shares his journey from an IT career to adopting holistic management techniques at Las Damas Ranch. Learn about the transformative practices that revitalized the land, increased biodiversity, and could offer solutions to pressing global environmental issues.
What You'll Learn:
- How Alejandro transitioned from IT to regenerative ranching.
- The principles of holistic management and their impact on degraded lands.
- Techniques used to combat desertification and improve biodiversity.
- The role of livestock in regenerating ecosystems and enhancing soil health.
- Prospects for sustainable agriculture and its environmental benefits.
Links & Resources Mentioned:
- Las Damas Ranch - Explore more about Alejandro's work and his ranch.
- Holistic Management International - Learn more about the holistic management practices that influenced Alejandro.
- American Bird Conservancy - Discover how conservation efforts are integrated into ranching practices.
- Nature Conservancy - Information on conservation projects and how they relate to regenerative agriculture.
Connect with Alejandro Carrillo:
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