Michael Fields Agricultural Institute
Farming, Ranching, ForestryWisconsin, United States11-50 Employees
Michael Fields Agricultural Institute is a non-profit organization focused on soil health and regenerative farming practices. Based near East Troy, Wisconsin, it conducts research, education, and policy initiatives to support farmers, food systems, and communities in the Upper Midwest and beyond, emphasizing on-farm science and farmer-led outreach as core activities. The institute facilitates farmer-centered peer networks and collaborative projects that connect growers with educators, researchers, and policymakers to advance regenerative systems. Its work spans partnerships, citizen science, market development, and issue advocacy, hosting numerous field days, learning circles, and webinars each year. Since its founding by German immigrant land-care advocates in 1984, MFAI has evolved from a biodynamic community into a broader platform for regenerative agriculture, maintaining a focus on land stewardship and collaborative learning.