In this episode, we connect with Sean M. Smukler, the Principal Investigator of the SAL lab, and Associate Professor and Chair of Agriculture and Environment in Land and Food Systems at the University of British Columbia.

Sean joins the podcast today to educate us on soil health and sustainable agriculture. In an “over farming” age, our soil is being threatened. Sean is committed to ensuring that we are stewards of the natural resources we have access to – so that we can continue to utilize them for generations to come…

Tune in now to discover:

• What “cover crops” are, and how they can benefit soil health.
• The metrics that are agreed upon when it comes to healthy soil.
• How the nutrients in soil affect plant health and growth.

What will it take to consistently regenerate soil so that agriculture can be done sustainably and efficiently? Join us now to find out!

Want to learn more about Sean and his research? Click here now!

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Joining us today is Rich Marini, a Professor of Horticulture at Pennsylvania State University. Rich has been studying horticulture for decades, and his current research interests are in tree fruit and berry crop physiology and management practices, as well as data analysis and interpretation.

Horticulture is a fascinating field that tells us so much about plants and their attributes. Rich has put in years of research in order to understand the intricate properties of fruit tree physiology, and more…

• What rootstock is, and what it can be used for.
• How soil microbiome influences fruit tree health.
• The lab experiments on fruit trees that Rich has done at Penn State.
• The difference between maturity and ripeness.

Fruit trees are more complex than meets the eye, and Rich is here to shed light on the many interesting characteristics that his research has revealed…

You can find out more about Rich by clicking here!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Joining us to discuss his passion for regenerating landscapes is Gabe Brown. Gabe runs a farming operation in North Dakota called Brown’s Ranch. Here, Gabe and his family are “farming and ranching in nature’s image” in order to promote a sustainable future for generations to come.

This holistic approach to agriculture sounds nice, but what does it actually take to successfully pull it off? Gabe reveals his farming strategies to the world with his educational resources in an effort to spread his knowledge as far as possible…

Tune in now to discover:

• How Gabe got into farming and ranching.
• How soil microbiome influences the health of plants.
• What conventional tilling and fertilizers actually do to soil.

Regenerative agriculture is something that more farmers should take advantage of. Gabe and his family are determined to lead by example and encourage others to prioritize sustainability and environmental health above all else!

Visit brownsranch.us to find out more about Gabe and his work with Brown’s Ranch.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Want to learn about aquaponics from an expert? Well, you’re in luck! Anthony Siccardi joins us in this episode to discuss his in-depth research surrounding this unique approach to food production.

Anthony is an Assistant Professor in the Biology department at Georgia Southern University. With years of experience in his field, Anthony has made fascinating discoveries in the world of fish and plant science…

Click play to discover:

• The basics of aquaponics.
• What it takes to create a successful aquaponic system.
• How aquaponics can significantly benefit economic return.

Aquaponics is continuing to grow and evolve into a more widely used method of fish and plant production. How will this promote sustainable farming practices? Tune in now to find out!

Click here to learn more about Anthony and his work!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

In this episode, we sit down with Kathleen Tlush. Kathleen is the Founder and CEO of Tlush Family Farm Microgreens, a small farm located near Philadelphia that grows mushrooms, raises chickens, and cultivates microgreens.

Kathleen has been nurturing her passion for gardening for years now, which has led to an unwavering dedication to her practice. The more she learns about farming, the more her methods are refined – enabling her to achieve exceptional results.

In this episode, you will discover:

• How the Tlush family dynamic is affected by their farm.
• The crops that the Tlush Family Farm grows.
• The nuances involved in mushroom cultivation.
• The customers that Tlush Family Farm provides their products to.

Tlush Family Farm is doing big things for their community… Tune in now to grow your knowledge on everything gardening-related!

Click here to learn more about Kathleen Tlush and her work with Tlush Family Farm.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Have you ever been curious about what it would take to live off-grid? Joining us to contribute her knowledge on this subject is Christy Darlington. Christy runs a platform called Green Living Off Grid, where she educates people on how to live healthier lives by developing homegrown vegetable gardens and utilizing renewable energy.

In this episode, Christy clues us in on her gardening methods and unique approach to self-sufficiency. By exploring both hydroponics and aquaponics, we cover a wide range of proven farming techniques that are sure to intrigue you.

Join our conversation now to explore:

• What it takes to set up successful aquaponic and hydroponic systems.
• How Christy got started with her lifestyle and establishing Green Living Off Grid.
• The types of plants you can grow in hydroponics.
• Why living self-sustainably is so fulfilling.

Are you ready to take the next step toward self-sufficiency? Take advantage of the resources that Christy provides with Green Living Off Grid and enrich your life today!

To learn more about Christy and her work with Green Living Off Grid, visit greenlivingoffgrid.com!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

In this episode, we are joined by expert horticulturist Robert Westerfield. Robert is the Senior Public Service Associate for the University of Georgia, where he specializes in vegetables and woody ornamentals.

Robert is one of the leading authorities in horticulture at the University of Georgia, where he develops agent consumer resources, teaches master gardener classes, and conducts agent training. In addition to these responsibilities, he also works with mass media contributing to TV, radio, and newspaper productions.

Click play to find out:

• How “high tunnel” production benefits crop growth.
• The importance of soil health for plant yield.
• Robert’s role as a horticulturist, and which plants he researches.

Whether you are new to the world of horticulture or are already well acquainted with it, this podcast is sure to teach you interesting facts about plant cultivation!

You can learn more about Robert and his work by clicking here!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Today we connect with Rob Greenfield, an environmental activist and humanitarian that lives entirely self-sufficiently. Rob has a Youtube channel where he documents this experience and educates people about the growing, harvesting, and foraging of food.

Rob wants to lead a life that promotes a more sustainable and just world. A decade ago, Rob realized how his lifestyle hurts our planet, and since then, he has changed nearly every aspect of his lifestyle – from not having a bank account to rescuing food from grocery store dumpsters…

Click play to hear Rob discuss:

• What prompted him to live this way, and how he made this lifestyle shift.
• How the industrial food industry affects the well-being of our environment.
• The extreme projects he does to bring awareness to important global issues.

While Rob’s lifestyle may seem a bit rash to some, there is no doubt that his actions are making a real difference in the world. Listen now to find out how you can live more like Rob!

To discover more about Rob and his environmental vision, make sure you visit his website and Youtube channel!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q