Gabe Brown

type: #person
organisation / role: brownsranch.us • Understanding Ag / Farmer • Consultant
place: #usa

About

Gabe Brown and his wife, Shelly, founded Brown's Ranch, a 6,000-acre farm near Bismarck, North Dakota, focusing on farming and ranching in harmony with nature. They have since transitioned the ranch's ownership to their son, Paul, and his wife, Jazmin. Gabe's work has earned numerous awards, including the Heinz Award for the Environment and recognition as one of the 25 most influential agricultural leaders in the U.S. Author of the bestselling book Dirt to Soil, Gabe is also a partner at Regenified, co-founder of Understanding Ag, LLC, and an instructor for the Soil Health Academy.

Gabe is a pioneer and leading voice in regenerative agriculture, renowned for his innovative approach to restoring soil health and transforming conventional farming methods. Gabe transitioned from traditional farming to a regenerative model after experiencing several years of crop failures due to extreme weather. Rather than relying on chemical inputs, he embraced no-till farming, cover cropping, and holistic grazing to rebuild soil structure and fertility. His pioneering work has demonstrated that farmers can increase resilience, productivity, and profitability while regenerating ecosystems.

Through his farm, Brown’s Ranch, Gabe has showcased how integrating diverse plant species, minimising soil disturbance, and managing livestock holistically can restore degraded land. His approach has significantly increased organic matter, water infiltration, and microbial life in the soil, leading to healthier crops and livestock. His methods have not only improved yields but have also reduced dependence on synthetic fertilisers and pesticides, proving that regenerative agriculture can be both ecologically and economically viable.

Videos

Intro by Regenerative Outcomes 6m
Understanding Regen Ag 8m
The Hope in Healthy Soil - TEDx 13m
how-regenerative-agriculture-brings-life-back-to-the-land 15m Keys To Building a Healthy Soil 59m

Book

Dirt to Soil (2018)
One Family's Journey into Regenerative Agriculture
Available on Amazon

His personal journey from conventional farming to pioneering regenerative agriculture practices. Facing consecutive years of crop failures, Brown adopted methods such as no-till farming, cover cropping, and holistic grazing. His approach led to the restoration of soil health and increased farm profitability. This book serves as a practical guide for farmers and ranchers aiming to revitalise their land and operations.