The Water Zone

Guest Gabe Brown, principal of Understanding Ag, LLC, shares his expertise in regenerative agriculture and the work his consulting group does with farmers and ranchers around the world. Gabe defines the core principles of regenerative agriculture, emphasizing that soil‑building practices must be adapted to geography, crop type, and individual farm context. He explains how regenerative agriculture offers one of the greatest opportunities to improve human and climate health while strengthening the long‑term financial well‑being of farmers. Gabe also addresses common assumptions around conventional practices, outlining how regenerative approaches can deliver strong yields, sound economics, and improved water management without reliance on monocropping or heavy chemical inputs.

Podcast Recorded on March 26, 2026