Every year, over 800 farmers, educators, First Nations stewards and other land managers from around the world congregate at the REGENERATE Conference to build community, share learnings and pioneer regenerative solutions to today’s challenges.

To support the development of Australia’s next generation of regenerative land stewards, Macdoch Foundation has partnered with Funders for Regenerative Agriculture (FORA) to enable young Australians to participate in this world-leading forum. You can read more about the previous fellows’ experiences below.

Applications now open

Macdoch Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 [Re]Generation Fellow Program. Early-career farmers and land stewards are invited to apply for the much sought after fellowship, which includes a scholarship to attend the REGENERATE Conference and access to professional development opportunities, such as farm visits and meetings with experts in the field.

The scholarship for the Australian Fellow is valued at $15,000 USD, and will include:

  • Attendance and associated fees for the REGENERATE Conference in Santa Fe, New Mexico, 28-30 October 2026
  • Flights, accommodation and food expenses for 10 days of travel
  • Pre-conference meetings and site visits

Are you eligible?

The Fellowship targets young and early-career farmers, graziers or land stewards between 18 and 40. See the information pack for more eligibility criteria.

Applications close 19 July 2026.

2026 Australian [re]generation Fellowship Supporting The Next Generation Of Regenerative Agricultural Producers, Land Stewards And Food Systems Leaders. (3)
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Learn more about the [Re]Generation Fellows

Ivy Mcgufficke

“It was so energising to meet so many people who were passionate about making a difference.”

Read Ivy's story

Oscar Gordon

“Getting to make these kinds of connections was one of the absolute highlights of this experience. Meeting people, hearing about what they’re doing and then going to see them actually putting it into practice and being invited into their homes – it was so wonderful.”

Read Oscar's story

Guy Ritani

“Receiving this fellowship has been an invaluable experience. It allowed me to build strong relationships with other innovators and visionaries and I know that those connections will be vital in implementing my learnings here in Australia.”

Read Guy's story

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