• Steel Kills. Copper Brings Life.

  • Apr 9 2025
  • Length: 9 mins
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Steel Kills. Copper Brings Life.

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  • If you’ve been in our community for a while, you’ve probably seen the name Viktor Schauberger pop up.Whenever we post about him—engagement spikes—comments flood in.It’s no wonder.He’s a legend in electroculture circles.Dubbed the Water Wizard, Schauberger spent his life studying the hidden intelligence of nature.He built spiral flumes that floated timber uphill. Machines that mimicked trout swimming upstream.His belief? That life flows in spirals, not straight lines—and that true innovation comes from observing and cooperating with those patterns.But his work didn’t stop at water.Schauberger also turned his attention to agriculture.And he noticed something that most people overlooked:Steel and iron tools, when overused or misapplied, disturb the soil.He saw it firsthand—fields cultivated with iron implements often showed signs of fatigue. Crops weakened. The land grew less responsive.It wasn’t that steel was inherently “bad”—in fact, in the right hands and placed with intention, ferromagnetic materials can amplify the Earth’s magnetic field.That’s the basis of magnetoculture.But left unchecked, iron particulates introduced into the soil from constant tilling or rust can:* Dry out the top layer* Disrupt soil magnetism* Interfere with microbial and energetic balanceSchauberger’s solution?Copper.Together with engineer Franz Rosenberger, he designed a series of copper and zinc plows—some modeled on natural patterns, including one that mimicked the digging action of a mole.Yes a mole.The result?Yields increased by 30%.No chemicals. No inputs. Just better tools, aligned with nature’s own intelligence.Why Copper Tools Work With Nature, Not Against ItSo—why does it work?Schauberger believed the answer was diamagnetism.Diamagnetic materials like copper, carbon, and water don’t hold or distort magnetic fields.Instead, they create a gentle repelling effect—preserving the integrity of the Earth’s energetic flow.In other words: copper doesn’t interfere. It harmonizes.Ready to upgrade your garden for spring? View the collection → OJ ToolsCopper Tools & Soil Health: What the Research ShowsThis Isn’t Just Theory—The Results Show ItIn a 2017 study from Maribor University in Slovenia, researchers compared a traditional steel hoe and a copper (bronze) hoe—handcrafted by OJ Tools—on two identical garden beds.Here’s what they found:* ✅ Better water retention* ✅ Improved soil structure* ✅ Higher pH values* ✅ Stronger, more vigorous plant growthLeft = Copper / Right = SteelThe soil that had been worked with copper simply performed better.More hydrated, more alive, and more productive.Creator Spotlight: OJ ToolsThat’s why this week, we’re shining a light on OJ Tools—a brilliant independent maker crafting hand-forged copper garden tools, rooted in these very principles.Built with care. Designed for harmony.And just in time for spring planting.With a 12 year warranty — they currently ship to the UK and mainland Europe (apologies to our international folks—we’re working on options).And just a heads-up: We do receive a small commission if you purchase through our link. But as always—we only recommend what we believe in. These tools aren’t just beautiful—they work. And they support a maker doing something deeply aligned with our community’s values.Why Copper Tools Make a Difference—for You✅ No Rust = No Soil ContaminationCopper doesn’t oxidize like steel, so your soil stays clean and balanced.✅ Supports a Thriving MicrobiomeCopper used sparingly helps beneficial microbes flourish—without disrupting the life underground.✅ Improves Water RetentionCopper may indirectly enhance soil structure and hydration—especially useful in dry spells.✅ Energetically HarmonizedCopper, water, and carbon are all diamagnetic—meaning they work together without interference.✅ Feels Beautiful to UseGardeners often describe copper tools as smoother, more precise, and simply more enjoyable to work with.Let’s bring Schauberger’s vision to life—one garden at a time.And hey—do you know an incredible maker, toolsmith, or earth-aligned innovator we should feature next?We’re always on the lookout for creators doing meaningful work in harmony with nature. Maybe that applies to you!? Just hit reply and let us know.Talk soon,Ray “Copper is Soft so be Gentle” Lee BaconWe will be discussing more about Schauberger’s work with water shortly… so join us for upcoming articles in your inbox :) Get full access to Electroculture & Beyond at electroculture.substack.com/subscribe
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