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Plant Diversity for Profit: Regenerative Grazing in Action
Farm Learning with Tim Thompson | 1 December 2025 | Back to All Videos
Diverse plants, healthier soil, cheaper inputs, bigger profits.
On 160 acres in Gippsland, Jackie shows how plant diversity transformed her grazing.📸 Instagram
On 160 acres in Gippsland, Jackie shows how plant diversity transformed her grazing.
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In this video, we explore how 130+ plant species, deep roots, natural nutrient cycling, and simple regenerative practices can reduce input costs, lift feed quality, and make farming more enjoyable.
You’ll see how Jackie reads her soil without tests, unlocks bound phosphorus, increases BRIX, and grazes through the lowest rainfall on record while keeping green feed.
If you’re a grazier, beef or dairy producer, or simply curious about regenerative farming, this is a must-watch.
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📍 Location
Gippsland, Victoria, Australia
👤 Featured Guest
Jackie Checkley – Regenerative Grazier
00:00 – Multispecies Grazing on 160 Acres
00:41 – Why Plants Matter More Than Fertiliser
01:32 – Reading Soil Health Without Soil Tests
02:08 – Natural Nutrient Cycling & Nitrogen Fixing
02:59 – Unlocking Phosphorus with Plants & Fungi
03:53 – Grazing Results in Record-Low Rainfall
04:29 – High BRIX: More Nutrition for Cattle
05:00 – Species Tour: Beans, Oats, Vetch & Herbs
06:01 – Deep Roots, Taproots & Drought Resilience
07:40 – Why Biodiversity Boosts Profit & Joy
08:46 – Regenerative Mindset: Promote Life
09:31 – Low-Cost Farming & Positive Succession
10:01 – Final Thoughts + Subscribe for More