Help a Wisconsin Farmer Bring Regenerative Agriculture to Washington, D.C.
My name is Drew Carlson, and I’m a farmer and regenerative farming designer at Full Circle Farmstead in Rio, Wisconsin. Our farm is built on the belief that healthy soil, diverse ecosystems, and community-centered agriculture can restore both the land and the people who depend on it.
This spring, I’ve been invited to travel to Washington, D.C. with Clean Wisconsin to advocate for policies that support regenerative agriculture. As a working farmer, this is a rare chance to bring real, on-the-ground experience directly to decision‑makers—sharing what we’ve learned from building soil health, integrating livestock, and designing systems that cycle nutrients, protect water, and capture carbon.
I will get some assistance for travel costs but do not expect it to cover everything. I am hoping that you can help make up the difference needed.
Regenerative agriculture is more than a buzzword—it’s a practical, hopeful path forward. On our farm, we’ve seen how practices like adaptive grazing, composting, and thoughtful farm design can:
- Build healthier, more resilient soils
- Protect water quality and reduce runoff
- Increase biodiversity and pollinator habitat
- Produce nutrient-dense food for our community
Traveling to Washington, D.C. with Clean Wisconsin will allow me to:
- Share real farm data and lived experience from Full Circle Farmstead
- Advocate for policies that support small, values-driven farms
- Highlight how regenerative practices can benefit farmer in rural communities and consumers
- Help ensure that farmers like us have a seat at the table when decisions are made
I don’t want policy to be shaped without the voices of working farmers who are already doing this work on the ground.
Your support will go directly toward:
- Transportation to and from Washington, D.C.
- Local transportation and meals while in D.C.
If we are blessed with support beyond the basic travel costs, additional funds will be used to support future advocacy efforts supporting small family farms.
Every contribution—no matter the size—helps turn farmer experience into policy impact. By helping me get to Washington, D.C. you’re investing in me who has a strong drive to support:
- More resilient local food systems
- A future where small regenerative farms can thrive
- Healthier soil and cleaner water
If you’re unable to give financially, sharing this campaign with your network is also a huge help.
Thank you for supporting our farm, our mission, and this opportunity to carry a regenerative agriculture voice from Wisconsin all the way to our nation’s capital.
With gratitude,
Drew Carlson
Full Circle Farmstead