Regenerative Agriculture Farm in Foules
Foules Regenerative Farm Project
Bringing regenerative agriculture practices to common crops grown in Louisiana
Welcome!
Foules Farm is a 250-acre research and demonstration farm located in Foules, Louisiana, operating without irrigation. Initially, we will rotate between soybeans and corn, with plans to introduce cotton in the future. The farm's goal is to explore and experiment with modern regenerative farming practices
This experiment farm is owned by the Vegas family. It is financially supported by Sage V Foods. The farm is managed by Braxton Batte. Vayda Ag supplies some funding and expertise.
We will be implementing procedures that have never been used in Louisiana before. While we anticipate making mistakes and experiencing setbacks, we encourage you to offer suggestions, ask questions, and learn at our expense.
We will provide up to date reports and photos on what we are testing in each of our 5 test plots. You are welcome to walk the fields to watch our progress firsthand.
Pete Vegas
contact us at Foules@sagevfoods.com
Recent Planting April 2025
Farms Goals
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Boost Farmer Income and Land Value: Enhance profitability for farmers and increase the long-term value of agricultural land.
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Improve Soil Health: Add organic matter, enhance water retention and percolation, and prevent topsoil loss.
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Foster Ecosystem Balance: Promote biodiversity, including beneficial insects and microorganisms, for natural pest and disease control.
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Reduce Chemical Dependence: Cut back on fertilizers and pesticides, lowering costs while maintaining productivity.
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Support Sustainability and Resilience: Build systems that are environmentally sustainable and resilient to climate and resource challenges.
Fall 2024 Plan
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Deep tillage and level previous crop rows.
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Testing Winter Kill Crops planted with spring kill crops.
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Testing an early rye variety. Merced Spring Rye.
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Planting with a drill.
Spring 2025 Plan
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Terminate cover crop one month before early corn planting.
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Allow full growth for soybean cover crop.
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Plant soybeans into standing cover crop. Roller crimp weeks later.
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Plant soybeans into roller crimped cover crop.
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Experiment with chemical termination before or immediately after planting. And no chemicals