Wes Jackson, the visionary scientist, farmer, and co-founder of The Land Institute, has spent his life pioneering a new approach to agriculture that challenges humanity to rethink its relationship with the planet. He's often considered a founder of the modern regenerative agriculture movement.
In a new documentary film from Perennial Films, Prairie Prophecy takes viewers on an intimate journey through Jackson's life, from his humble beginnings in rural Kansas to his transformative vision of "natural systems agriculture." Featuring rare archival footage, insights from collaborators, and powerful moments from the fields that inspired his life's work, the story weaves together personal passion, scientific innovation, humor, and the urgency of preserving Earth's fragile ecosphere.
Join us for a special Climate Week screening of the full 90-minute feature documentary followed by a Q&A with with Rachel Stroer (President, The Land Institute), Michael “MJ” Johnson (Director, Prairie Prophecy), Matt Thompson (President, Kansas Wesleyan University, Wes Jackson’s alma mater), and Jen Berliner (Head of Brand & Innovation, Patagonia Provisions, one of the first brands to bring The Land Institute’s Kernza® perennial grain to market).
