Growing Solutions for Healthy Soil
Carbon in the diet is a rare subject. I am including it here, because in episode 13, I had a lot to say about carbon as plant food. In that episode, I emphasized the importance of carbon in plant nutrition. I said carbon was essential for plant growth because carbon makes up 45-50% of a … Read more
Microbial economies trade greenhouse gasses for food and energy. By tapping into this system, we can increase agricultural profits. This is because microbially driven agricultural systems require fewer costly chemicals to support. As carbon credit systems become more universal, it is reasonable to assume that farmers who operate to maintain healthy soil microbial communities will … Read more
Oxytocin supports heart health and more. Often referred to as the “Love Hormone,” this little molecule is best known for its effects on social behavior. When oxytocin levels are high, humans and other mammals feel drawn to one another. Social animals require healthy bonding for survival, and oxytocin has probably evolved to reinforce those bonds. … Read more
Reasons to include native plants are abundant. Listen to this week’s episode to learn why we include native plants on our farm. Can you benefit from using natives in your farm or garden? Description LINKS TO RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Medicinal Herb eBook and Newsletter Signup USDA Plants Database (Unaffiliated Public Website) ABOUT EPISODE … Read more
ABOUT EPISODE 7 Laboratory based testing helps you build quality soils for your farm and garden. This is because tests provide information about what your soils need, rather than simply highlighting what your fertilizer distributor has on sale. But the numbers on a lab report are only valuable if you know how to interpret … Read more
Farmers and gardeners can improve production with regular at home and laboratory based soil testing. Learn facts about soil color, texture, and aroma, and living creatures in and on your soil that can guide you to better production. Learn how to choose a soil testing lab, why pH is one of the most common variables … Read more