Regenerative land help in Reno and Washoe County
Soil Solutions works with farmers, ranchers, and landowners in Reno, Sparks, and across Washoe County, Nevada. From small acreage and homesteads in the valleys to ranch land further out, we help people build healthier soil, use water wisely, and set up organic and regenerative operations.
If you are not sure where to start, a short conversation and a look at your property is usually the best first step.
Farming in the high desert
Washoe County sits in the rain shadow of the Sierra Nevada. Most precipitation falls as winter snow and rain, summers are hot and dry, and nights can be cold well into spring and again early in fall. Many soils here are low in organic matter, and some are alkaline or sandy. That makes building organic matter, keeping soil covered, and holding water in the ground especially important.
Water rights and irrigation timing shape what is possible on many properties, so we design with your actual water in mind.
How we can help
Common projects in the area include soil testing to understand challenging soils, custom microbial liquid amendments, composting systems, market gardens with season extension, permaculture design for homesteads, livestock and pasture planning, and water harvesting and erosion control on sloping ground. If you are starting a new organic operation, we can help with layout and dirt work too.
Get in touch to set up a visit to your property.
Getting started in Washoe County
Most projects start with a phone call or a note through our contact form. We will ask about your property, how it is used today, and what you would like it to do. Next is usually a site visit, where we walk the land, look at soil, slope, and water, and talk through options. Many people start with soil testing so the plan is built on real information. From there you get practical recommendations and a sensible order of work, whether the project is a backyard homestead or a working farm or ranch.
Services in this area
Organic Transition & New Farm Setup, Soil Testing, Custom Microbial Liquid Amendments, Livestock & Animal Systems, Permaculture Design, Soil Regeneration, Water Harvesting: Swales, Ponds & Keyline, Earthworks, Erosion Control, Food Forest Systems, Market Garden Setup, Composting Systems, Workshops & Consulting.
Frequently asked questions
Do you work in Reno and Washoe County?
Yes. We work with farmers, ranchers, and landowners in Reno, Sparks, and across Washoe County, from small acreage and homesteads in the valleys to ranch land further out.
What makes farming in Washoe County challenging?
Washoe County sits in the rain shadow of the Sierra Nevada. Most precipitation falls in winter, summers are hot and dry, and frost can come late in spring and early in fall. Many soils are low in organic matter, and some are alkaline or sandy.
How can I improve high desert soil?
Build organic matter, keep the soil covered, and hold water in the ground. Compost, living cover, mulch, and biological amendments all help, and soil testing shows which matters most on your property.
Can you help with organic farming near Reno?
Yes. We help with organic transition, soil testing, custom microbial liquid amendments, composting, and laying out new organic operations.
Do you help with land recovering from wildfire?
Yes. Post-fire work focuses on keeping soil in place before the rains, testing the soil, rebuilding soil life, and planning revegetation.