Brazilian farmer Richard Franke Dijkstra shares his family’s remarkable journey, from immigrating to Brazil after World War II, to pioneering one of the most successful no-till and soil-health systems in the world. Richard explains how regenerative practices, farmer-led research, and strong community networks have transformed Brazilian agriculture and helped producers store more carbon, reduce erosion, and increase productivity.
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Brazil’s No-Till Revolution: 25 Years of Climate Solutions
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About Richard Dijkstra
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Richard Dijkstra writes for the Global Farmer Network — a worldwide collective of 2,150+ farmer leaders across 72 countries amplifying farmer voices on agricultural policy, trade, technology, and food security.


