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 Have you come across soil food web? It will compliment what you doing very nicely. In the past I've made hot compost using principles from sfw. Excellent results. Check it out. 👌 
 No but I'm very aware of the power of plant exudates in increasing soil life. It's the magic behind regenerative farming with cattle. I'm also a big fan of heavy mulching although I used to bring a lot onto the property. A big difference with Syntropic Ag is growing the mulch on site. 

Healthy, vibrant soil means healthy, vibrant plants. I'm a bit lucky in my climate. Everything explodes with life after the dry season. The trick is keeping things thriving during the dry. Shade & mulch is key. 
 Yes mulch is excellent. If you have access to wood chips you can also use that to create a layer above the soil protects soil and locks in moisture stops soil getting too dry too fast. Pretty much emulating a forrest.

Sounds great what you doing and you have land too. Brilliant. If you can get livestock cows or sheep, then pretty much create a cycle between. Can use manure for compost . soil and, milk etc. Mini farm. Good plan you've got become self sufficient.