Farm Family’s Story Inspires Guide to Implementing Sustainable Practices

With support from North Central SARE, fifth-generation farm owner Trisha Nieder wrote a free guide called Groundwork: A Practical Guide to Sustainable Pasture, Poultry & Orchards in Missouri. The 77-page guide is based on Nieder Farms’ experiences shifting to regenerative farming practices. The manual gives other farmers clear, step-by-step tips and tricks based on what the Nieder family actually did on the farm. It shows a pathway for producers who want to transition to systems that are more diverse, sustainable, and community-focused. The guide covers starting small and building strategically, enhancing soil and livestock health, diversifying income sources, and strengthening ties to local markets and communities.