The National No-Tillage Conference returns to St. Louis, Mo. in January, and we have some new speakers we’re announcing who will bring you to the cutting edge of the regenerative no-till world. Read more about them below.

Jonathan Lundgren, Regenerative Farmer and Agroecologist: The CEO of Blue Dasher Farm and President of the Ecdysis Foundation will share survey data from more than 1,000 farms that will provide insight on how regenerative practices can enhance the bottom line and preserve the soil.

Pam Marrone, PhD, Biologicals Entrepreneur: The co-founder of Invasive Species Corp. and longtime researcher and expert in ag biologicals will explore in depth how these products work and the role they can play in helping no-till operations be more productive and profitable – even if your soil is already healthy!

Michael Thompson, Regenerative Farmer: Thompson, selected by the Conservation Ag Foundation as the Conservation Ag Operator Fellow for 2025, will talk about the integration of soil health practices and livestock production on his northwest Kansas farm as he uses a flexible approach to stay sustainable and profitable.

Tom Cotter, Regenerative Farmer: The fourth-generation Austin, Mn., grower and former NNTC speaker is back again to share the many changes he’s made to his operation, including raising grass-fed beef and transitioning some of his acres to organic production in addition to no-tilling and cover crop use.

Wayne Honeycutt, Soil Health Institute: The President and CEO of SHI, a global non-profit that translates soil health science into action to safeguard and enhane the vitality and productivity of soils, will touch on a variety of topics pertaining to the state of soil health across the U.S., including soil health economics on farms.

Address: 315 Chestnut St, St. Louis, MO 63102
Phone: (314) 655-1234
Website: Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch
Discounted Room Rate: $155/night

Join us for the 2026 National No-Tillage Conference at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch, our host hotel, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the iconic Gateway Arch National Park. Located in the heart of downtown, it offers convenient access to both Ballpark Village and Busch Stadium. Other nearby attractions include the Anheuser-Busch brewery, St. Louis Aquarium and City Museum.