Fuel prices, fertilizer costs, supply chains, weather uncertainty—today's farmers face a very different world than they did just a decade ago. Has that changed the way we should think about our farming systems? Drawing on conversations with Ray Weil, Dwayne Beck, Carl Coleman, and thousands of producers, Buz Kloot explores why context may be the first principle of soil health and why resilient farms restore biological function rather than simply relying on purchased inputs.

Recent headlines have many farmers asking whether they should buy diesel before harvest. Rather than trying to predict fuel prices, this article explores practical ways to manage both price and supply risk while building a more resilient farming operation.

**Short Excerpt:** A survey of farmers and ranchers revealed diverse concerns about agriculture, including regulations, profitability, land access, and soil health. The article argues that resilience is the common challenge underlying these issues and explores regenerative agriculture as a potential path toward more sustainable and profitable farming systems.