Charles Darwin said: “The plow is one of the oldest and most important inventions of the man. But long before man existed himself, the land was plowed, and continues to be, by the earthworms.”  When reducing soil tillage, earthworm population may increase by as much as 100%, the soil biological activity will also be significantly modified. This will also change soil structure itself. Food. To carry on their activities, all of these creatures need oxygen. A compacted soil is the worst place to be for them.

By understanding these phenomena, we will increase agriculture efficiency, reduce the production costs, and increase the yield.

I graduated from McGill University with an agricultural engineering degree, and then a master in engineering sciences. I also obtained a master in business administration. I have been working in soil and water conservation since 1988 for the ministry of agriculture, food and fisheries of Québec. In 2005, I became member of the Soil and Water Conservation Hall of Fame of Canada. In Fall of 2014, I received the Medal of the Order of Agricultural Merit of Quebec.In 2022 I was granted a Nuffield scholar. I have travelled the world to better understand the differences between adopting healthy soil practices on a long term and always keep trying! From this experience I created the rural schools!