Your future is in your dirt!
Decay is not the opposite of life, but a prerequisite for it!
Healthy soil is decaying, worm-filled, and teeming with microorganisms that are essential, not only for the decomposition of organic matter, but for the growth and prosperity of life.
59Degrees bring a groundbreaking holistic process known as “Soil Architecture,” to empower land owners & decision makers to improve crop health through enhanced plant-soil functionality.
Our time-tested methods and innovative products continue to deliver cost-effective solutions that boost soil biological activity. Backed by extensive research and real-world application, we're committed to enhancing the vitality of your soil, maximising crop yields, and ensuring the long-term profitability of your enterprise.
By partnering with us, you're investing in a holistic approach that nurtures the foundation of your growing operation. As we like to say, "your future is in your dirt"!
Our Future is in Our Dirt
A Newsletter for the Ages
Join Soil Insights—your essential guide to soil health, practical wisdom, and cutting-edge research.
Subscribe now and get the knowledge you need to cultivate healthier soils and a more sustainable business!
In the world of agriculture, all paths lead back to soil—the lifeblood of our crops and the foundation of our success. As stewards of the land, we face significant challenges in maintaining soil health and productivity. But as the adage goes, there are no solutions, only trade-offs. Our mission? To illuminate these trade-offs before our plants take root.
Nourishing the Earth, Nurturing Your Business
Feeding the soil is more than a practice—it's an art and a science. In this newsletter, we'll delve into the what, how much, when, and why of soil care. We're on a quest to unearth the core principles that will elevate your soil-based business.
Voices from the Field and Lab
Prepare for insights from:
- Soil scientists pushing the boundaries of research
- Farmers reaping success from their innovative practices
- Aspiring growers ready to make their mark
Your Weekly Dose of Soil Wisdom
We're committed to delivering content that will:
- Sharpen your knowledge
- Refine your decision-making
- Supercharge your soil's performance
Debunking Myths, Cultivating Truth
Our industry is rife with misconceptions and old wives' tales. We're here to separate fact from fiction, providing you with evidence-based insights to inform your soil management strategies.
Seasonal Soil Savvy
Expect timely tips aligned with nature's rhythm, ensuring your soil—and your business—thrives year-round.
Join us on this journey of discovery and growth. Together, we'll cultivate not just healthier soils, but a more sustainable and prosperous future for all.
Subscribe now and let's dig deep into the world of soil excellence!
How We Work!
At 59Degrees, we blend the latest microbial research with practical, scalable techniques to get your plants, soil & microbes firing on all cylinders.
If your plants are dying, you're suffering from unproductive soils, and you're at war with your growing system, we're here to guide you out of the weeds!
We specialise in a process coined "Soil Architecture", a holistic approach to soil care that enhances soil biological activity, leading to healthier crops and increased profitability.
Our mission aims to restore soil health using nature’s own processes, establishing soil as the foundational asset of farm, ecosystem & planetary health.
Soil Architecture: A Game-Changer for Degraded Lands
Management Diagnosis - If your plants & soil are not well, we need to understand why. Our management diagnostics tool looks at the A-Z of your management protocol.
The Overnight Changes - No one knows your business better than you. By working together we aim to make recommendations that can be implemented from day 1 to get you on the road to soil building.
The Daily Practice of Looking after Soil - Soil care is a journey & not a destination, we support the long term health of your soil by ensuring your practices align with the pattern & language of your landscape.
Whose problem are we solving?
Soil erosion, degradation, compaction, weed infestation, toxicity, low SOM are all par for the course in today's day and age. And as our saying goes "there ain't no chemical good enough to fix a SOM sized problem".
With product selection & technology inflicting continuous harm to the biological integrity of soils the negative feedback loop can seem endless. If you're not seeing a way out, our methods & products will help.
Our work supports practitioners working in soil based media to build back the biological integrity of soil. We work with farmers, horticulturalists, arborists & gardeners.
Our aim is to support you to breathe life back into your soils as quickly & inexpensively as possible, and to ensure you can keep building soil health, year on year.
Soil Rescue Missions We’ve Led
Recent breakthroughs in microbial science have revolutionised our understanding of soil and ecosystem dynamics, offering unprecedented opportunities across the industry spectrum. However, this groundbreaking knowledge often remains trapped in academic circles, inaccessible to those who could benefit most.
At 59Degrees, we bridge this gap by translating complex microbial science into practical, affordable solutions that plug directly into your business.
Help, my plants are dying!
Our Team
Dr. Octavia Hopwood is a passionate advocate for regenerative land care, holding a PhD in mycology and bringing over a decade of experience in soil science, plant pathology, and consultancy. With a background in science communication, Octavia offers a unique approach to soil revitalisation, blending scientific expertise with a creative eye for design. A firm believer in the connection between thriving soil and vibrant communities, Octavia is deeply committed to health and wellbeing, particularly through nutrition. With a genuine love for teaching and hands-on experience, Octavia is excited to inspire farmers and growers to restore the vitality of their land and unlock its full regenerative potential.
Josef's expertise lies in crafting human-designed systems that serve a dual purpose: enhancing the nutrient density of food crops while simultaneously improving overall ecosystem function. This innovative approach reflects his commitment to creating synergistic solutions that benefit both agriculture and the environment.
His work spans a wide range of plant species, offering valuable insights and practical applications across diverse agricultural contexts. His methods are grounded in real-world challenges, ensuring that his innovations are not just theoretical but immediately applicable and effective.
Bona Gård, Munsö, Sweden
At 59Degrees, we operate from Bona Gård, an 800-hectare mixed-use farm managed by the fifth-generation Giertta family.
Situated at the challenging yet opportunity-rich 59˚ latitude, this location is the foundation of our advanced soil rehabilitation practices. Here, we expertly blend expert care, comprehensive knowledge, and a deep understanding of large-scale land management challenges to support transitions to regenerative agriculture.
