Tannis and Derek Axten’s journey is one of innovation and openness to new ideas which have transformed their farm into a model of regenerative agriculture. By embracing practices like no-till farming, intercropping, control traffic, and cover cropping, they’ve improved soil health. By nourishing the soil, they’ve reduced their synthetic inputs, improved water efficiency, and boosted organic matter content. They’re not just focused on crop production but also on the broader ecosystem of their farm.

Tannis and Derek built a food-grade seed cleaning plant, flour mill, and packaging line on their farm to add value to their grains. By directly accessing markets and catering to food companies that appreciate their farming practices, they’re not only diversifying their revenue streams but also ensuring that their products are recognized for their quality.