Sustainable Solutions for Regenerative Agriculture

Restoring rural America to vibrant, productive communities one parcel of land at a time.

SOIL SYNERGY

Synergy = the whole is greater than the sum of all parts.

“My approach here at Soil Synergy LLC is about all elements working together-

  • the soil, microbes, minerals, 

  • the farmer/rancher, 

  • the animals, 

  • the energy, 

  • the land, 

  • the coach; 

bringing all elements together to get a synergistic effect; to increase the sum of the parts.”

Bringing enjoyment and synergy to the practice of agriculture in a way that restores soil, animal, human, and ecological health.

I work with innovative land managers to bring their soil back to life and create a thriving, profitable enterprise. Transitioning to regenerative agriculture can be perplexing and overwhelming at times.  

Together we take an investigative look at your soil, plants, animals and management. Through these processes and conversations, we focus on what’s important, finding tangible steps to enhance your journey.

Addressing your unique situation through a systematic approach contributes to the long-term viability of your enterprise. You will be empowered to find points of leverage that will give you the greatest return on investment in soil health, production, and performance.

SOIL HEALTH COACHING

SOIL + PLANT HEALTH ANALYSIS

Together we take an in-depth look at your soil and plant community assessing 10 key indicators using the visual plant and soil assessment protocol. We also look at your plant analysis and soil test.  Within your context and goals, we determine the weak links in your system and areas for the greatest return on your investment.  My services include a full written report with actionable items, as well as follow up.  My goal is your success. 

  • Regenerative agriculture principles & practice

  • Whole systems thinking/awareness/being

  • Regenerative mindset

  • Natural Disaster recovery

  • Building resilience to climate extremes - financial, human & natural capital

  • Managing agricultural ecosystems

  • Understand your monitoring ‘why’ and make monitoring manageable

  • Clarity and direction to take confident action in line with the results you are looking for

  • Monitoring programs so you know if you are moving forwards, to pick up early warning signals if you are not and give you peace of mind

  • Tools and knowledge to support you in building your own observation skills

  •  Accountability and mindset support to keep you on track and identify blind spots 

LAND USE MONITORING

  • Interested in an educational event on your farm or a field day?  

  • Would you like to get a few neighbors together to dig deeper into soil health?

  • Wanting to learn the basics of composting or vermicompost?

    Let’s connect to talk about your needs and ideas!

EDUCATION

MEET SUE

With over three decades of experience in soil conservation, I have a passion to provide a service to agriculture producers. I am the co-creator of and coordinator for Eastern Montana Regenerative Ag (EMRA), a rancher network sharing experiences in transitioning from conventional to regenerative grazing systems. My experience covers working on broad acre cropland and grazing land.

I completed the Integrity Soils CREATE ( CREATE Coaching – Integrity Soils) course in April 2022 and started soil health coaching in May.  Through this 6 month intensive course, I’ve learned so much about how microbes, soils, and plants function and interact as well as coaching techniques and practices.  

As an independent coach, I’m excited to support you on your journey.

I’M COMMITTED TO PROVIDING THE SERVICES UNIQUE TO YOUR OPERATION TO HELP YOU REACH YOUR SOIL HEALTH GOAL.

  • “I very much enjoyed working with Sue at Soil Synergy. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful in teaching me about soil health and getting me started on the right path at my ranch. After doing on site testing, she graciously spent a lot of time with me to make sure I understood the best way forward. I am looking forward to working with her more as I begin to implement her plan in the coming years.”

    -Sam H

  • "Working with Sue on my crop land has been a good experience. Using the lab testing results, field observation visit, and Sue’s years of experience we are making a plan for my farm to be more profitable and resilient using regenerative practices. I really like having another opinion and set of eyes looking at the fields. It helps me see things I have been missing."

    -Collin M

  • "We appreciated Sue coming to our ranch. Her work ethic and kindness really showed. It was coming onto the end of a long hot day for her but as we did tests and took samples she answered all questions and took time to walk us through the processes. Her passion for soil life was really contagious. It was great to have a “local gal” who grew up in this environment thinking about improving soil life with us. We are glad to now have a starting point for our journey to better soil health."

    -Daniel and Jenna

  • "I have just brought on Sue to serve as a soundboard and help with sorting through what can feel like a myriad collection of interrelated facts regarding our soil’s physical, chemical and biological health. I’m finding her knowledge on soil issues to be significant. We have set the bar high. We are using soil, tissue, as well as sap analysis with the goal of producing as nutritious an assortment of crops as possible - all while employing cultural methods that regenerate soil health. Sue will be our critical ally in helping us interpret what comes as we endeavor to 'consult the land' we are stewarding."

    -Jim L