Soil health in home gardens with Craig Castree
Description
For decades, conventional gardening practices, digging, over-fertilising, and chemical use, have depleted the living biology of our soils. In this workshop, soil regeneration specialist, horticulturalist and author Craig Castree will show you how we got here and, more importantly, how to turn things around using the regenerative methods he practices every day.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to revitalise an existing garden, Craig will walk you through the key principles of soil health. These are the methods he uses to grow nutrient-dense, chemical-free food in everyday backyards, and he'll show you exactly how to apply them in your own RegenEdible garden.
This event is a Satellite event for the WA Food Policy Forum 2026, brought to you by Sustain, in partnership with Minderoo Foundation, Perth NRM, Regen WA, Serpentine Jarrahdale Food & Farm Alliance Inc, University of Western Australia, Perth City Farm, Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale.
About the presenter
Craig Castree
Craig Castree is a passionate soil regeneration specialist, sustainability advocate, and award-winning horticulturist with over 45 years of hands-on experience in growing nutrient-dense food without chemicals. A published author of six books, Craig has dedicated his life to helping others live more self-sufficient, sustainable lives, starting right in their own backyards. He teaches practical, soil-first methods that empower people to grow real food in harmony with nature, no matter where they live. From wholesale & retail nurseries to orchard management, Craig’s roots in horticulture run deep. He currently serves as Vice President of the Werribee Park Heritage Orchard, where he champions heritage fruit varieties and community-based growing. As the founder of the RegenEdible Gardening movement, Craig works with over 12 councils across Victoria to transform urban spaces into edible ecosystems. His message is clear: healthy soil equals healthy people. Whether through books, workshops, or backyard consults, Craig’s mission is to reconnect people with the soil and themselves through practical, regenerative gardening that restores health to land, food, and community.
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