The Institute of Soil and Soul seeks to help lead the growing Jewish agricultural movement by offering an accessible, comprehensive approach to farming that integrates environmental stewardship, Jewish learning and tradition, and community engagement. Rooted in Jewish agricultural wisdom and values while welcoming people of all backgrounds, our work bridges spiritual, cultural, and ecological relationships with the land. Our vision is to create a fully operational regenerative farm and educational center where both Jewish and non-Jewish communities can reconnect with the land while addressing local food insecurity through ethical food production.

For thousands of years, agriculture has played a central role in Jewish life, shaping seasonal rhythms, communal practices, and relationships to land and food. Over time, exclusionary laws and social pressures distanced many Jewish communities from agricultural life, leaving farming largely in the hands of others. Across cultures, agricultural practices have long reflected the values and conditions of the communities that developed them. Jewish agriculture can be understood as a form of regenerative agriculture guided by enduring cultural and spiritual values that prioritize care for soil, land, and the communities they sustain.

While our work is informed by Jewish agricultural wisdom and tradition, the Institute of Soil and Soul is not a faith-based institution. Rather, we are an inclusive farm and educational center open to both Jewish and non-Jewish communities seeking to reconnect with land, food, and regenerative practices.