New York Soil Health (NYSH) proudly acknowledges Backbone Farm’s outstanding commitment to soil health and sustainable farming practices. The farm has been recognized as a Soil Health Champion for its commitment to soil health monitoring and improvement.
Backbone Farm builds soil health and carbon levels through their commitment to intensive rotational grazing of their beef herd, development of silvopasture areas, and bale grazing.
NYSH commends Backbone Farm for aligning with Cornell University’s Soil Health Program benchmarks. Farms achieving soil health levels greater than the 75th percentile are recognized, with the 90th percentile representing aspirational goals within specific production environments.
Benchmarks based on the 75th and 90th percentiles offer realistic targets for farmers. They are available in an open-access publication and here.