Mary Lucero

It took me thirty years of research and education in agriculture, biotechnology, and environment to arrive at conclusions our ancestors knew from birth. Everything on the planet is connected. Once I really understood that, I also understood that true health, and true prosperity come from living in alignment with our environment.

Healthy Plants Keep Pests at Bay

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If you are wondering how to keep pests off your tomato plants this summer, it is worth knowing that plants have numerous built in defense systems that keep insects and disease organisms in check.  In fact, when insects are nibbling on your garden vegetables, it is likely that improper irrigation, poor soil quality, or missing … Read more

Spring Gardening In New Mexico

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First time gardeners may be tempted to focus on the plants they want to buy, but if you are growing a garden to feed your family, soil health and nutrition comes first.   In Episode 15 of Microbes, Minerals, and Mindsets, horticulture specialist Libby Hamilton shares tips to help New Mexico gardeners succeed growing vegetables at … Read more

When Do Humic Minerals Boost Livestock Nutrition?

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Intro to Building Better Soils

In this week’s episode of Microbes, Minerals, and Mindsets, Caterina Platt, of Los Lunas, New Mexico, shares insights gained during 10 years raising and showing sheep and goats. Diet and mineral supplements are important for raising champions. This year, Caterina will be settting up feeding experiments to evaluate the effects of adding mineral rich humates … Read more

Libby Hamilton Joins Microbes, Minerals and Mindsets

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Photo of Libby Hamilton

End-O-Fite Enterprises LLC is proud to introduce Libby Hamilton, our new co-host on Microbes, Minerals, and Mindsets. Libby is a retired horticulture and AP environmental science teacher who continues to volunteer with FFA programs in her community. Her experience teaching the value of agriculture, and her insights into the need for more regenerative local food … Read more

Better Health Is Yours to Reclaim

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Melissa Brice of Reclaim Wellness Talks about Taking Charge of Health and Wellness

     Melissa Brice of Reclaim Wellness, a holistic health center in Las Cruces, NM, was a recent guest on Microbes, Minerals, and Mindsets.  Like so many  in the rapidly expanding area of holistic health and wellness, Melissa reached her perspectives about health through her personal struggle to get better.   In this episode, we discuss … Read more

5 Tips for a Microbiome Friendly Holiday

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     As we approach winter solstice, the days get shorter, moods change, and many of us have a tendency to reach for comfort foods. Work productivity may decline as we take days off to celebrate holiday time with family and friends.  Emotions may run high, as holiday gatherings bring up old feelings.  Some good.  … Read more