Regenerative Agronomy

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This is a show where we desire to bring value to you through sharing leading edge knowledge and education with you. We will bust myths, give insight on best principles and practices, and give you the tools to make your farm more successful.

Soilcraft


    • Feb 6, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 41m AVG DURATION
    • 14 EPISODES


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    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 46:48


    Summary:In this engaging podcast, Denver Black sits down with Trent Gray Bill and Matt Powers at the Soilcraft Conference to discuss the transformative power of regenerative agriculture and education. The conversation explores Matt's journey from musician to educator in the permaculture space, the importance of health and soil in agriculture, and innovative teaching methods that promote authentic learning. The discussion emphasizes the interconnectedness of relationships, personal growth, and the principles of regenerative soil management.Takeaways:The podcast captures the essence of the Soilcraft Conference.Matt Powers' work in regenerative agriculture is transformative.Education should be tailored to individual learning styles.Health and nutrition are critical components of agriculture.Permaculture principles can guide sustainable farming practices.Collaboration is essential in the agricultural community.Unschooling promotes authentic learning experiences.Soil health is foundational to regenerative practices.Relationships play a vital role in personal and professional growth.Citizen science can empower individuals to test and understand their environment.Chapters:00:00 The Healing Power of Singing and Community04:14 Introduction to Matt Powers and His Work04:44 Matt Powers' Journey into Agriculture15:24 The Principles of Permaculture and Regenerative Practices28:14 Transforming Education and Unschooling39:50 The Role of Challenges in Growth and Relationships

    Mites: Nature's Cleanup Crew!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 73:51


    Summary:In this conversation, Dr. Tom Dykstra discusses the intricate relationship between plant health, water management, and the role of mites in agriculture. He emphasizes the importance of understanding overwatering, the bioelectromagnetic aspects of plant physiology, and the nutritional needs of plants and insects. The discussion also delves into the complexities of insect perception and the implications of plant health on pest management strategies.Takeaways:Overwatering can lead to unhealthy plants that attract pests.Mites play a role in cleaning out unhealthy plants.Bioelectromagnetics can influence plant health and insect behavior.Water quality is crucial for effective irrigation and plant growth.Calcium is essential for plant health and nutrient uptake.Insects perceive their environment through various frequencies.Healthy plants can coexist with mites without significant damage.The two-spotted spider mite thrives in dehydrated conditions.Plant catabolism can attract pests like spider mites.Understanding plant health is key to managing pest populations.Chapters:00:00 Compensating for Salt and Overwatering00:56 The Benefits of Dousing Plants with Water02:55 Water Saturation and Soil Infiltration04:44 The Role of Xylem Tissue in Water Uptake07:41 The Importance of Water Quality11:21 Root Growth and Watering Practices15:14 The Impact of Drip Irrigation on Root Growth18:57 The Role of Insects in Plant Health20:20 The Problem with Eradicating Mites21:17 Considering Energy and Frequency in Food Consumption22:27 The Solution: Overwatering and Irrigation Management25:21 Introduction and Technical Difficulties25:35 Background and Conference Attendance27:03 Dr. Dykstra's Introduction and Degrees in Entomology28:29 Bioelectromagnetics and Insect Sensory Systems32:55 Insect Vision and Frequencies39:24 Infrared Frequencies and Dielectric Antenna44:56 Research on the Two-Spotted Spider Mite48:28 The Relationship Between Plant Health, Dehydration, and Two-Spotted Spider Mites54:37 The Disassociation Between Cell Membrane and Cell Wall During Dehydration59:56 The Impact of Protein Breakdown and Dipeptides on Mite Feeding01:11:14 The Presence of Mites in a Healthy Plant Relationship

    Fall Soil Primer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 28:04


    In this conversation, Denver Black and Trent Graybill discuss fall management practices in agriculture. They emphasize the importance of preparing for the next crop during the fall season and highlight the potential benefits of stimulating soil biology and breaking down crop residue. They also discuss the role of microorganisms in nutrient availability and disease prevention. The conversation touches on topics such as irrigation, exudate production, and the impact of cover crops. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of investing in the fall to lay a strong foundation for the next growing season.Takeaways:Fall is a critical time for preparing for the next cropStimulating soil biology and breaking down crop residue can have significant benefitsMicroorganisms play a crucial role in nutrient availability and disease preventionInvesting in the fall can lay a strong foundation for the next growing seasonChapters:00:00 Introduction and Setting the Context01:06 The Importance of Fall Management Practices04:17 Breaking Down Crop Residue07:13 The Role of Microorganisms in Disease Prevention10:38 Investing in the Fall for Future Benefits

    Dr Arden Anderson & Tom Dykstra @ the Soilcraft Convention 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 74:38


    In this unique podcast we get the rare opportunity to interview Dr Arden Anderson and Dr Tom Dykstra after an epic conference in beautiful CDA Idaho. Just before the podcast we discovered that both of these giants in the regen space studied under Dr Phillip Callahan, ("Tuning into nature") expert in antennas, communication, frequencies, and etymology and a legend in our space. Needless to say we unpack this gem.We also take time to discuss what it takes to think deeply and make real progress by stepping out of super reductionism and studying with breadth as well as depth. We hope you enjoy this podcast and please let us know if you would like to listen to more podcasts in this format.

    SOILCRAFT: Ep #10 - Riaan Kirsten from Rainmaker Teaser

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 22:15


    Riaan Kirsten of Rainmaker joins us to describe their AOP- Advanced Oxidation Process for treating Irrigation water. Riaan will be at the Soilcraft Regenerative Agricultre Conference 2024 in CDA Idah Jan 17,18,19"What is your #1 input in crop production?Is it NPKS?No... Its waterWhat is your water like?Is it pure water?Join me as we dive into an incredible technology that allows us to free the water as a catalyst initiating electron swaps and changes. Enabling the water and whatever you apply within it to truly make an impact. Increase the amount of water you can hold Increase how deep your roots growReduce your input costsand drastically reduce the stress in your crops!

    SOILCRAFT: Ep #9 - Epigenetic Influence of Plant Flavonoids with Kevin Joyce from Crop Bio Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 56:55


    Join us as we discuss the incredible impacts of plant-based flavonoid's used as foliars etc to both reduce stress and increase photo synthetic capacity in our crops. Special guest Kevin Joyce from Crop Bio Life.

    SOILCRAFT: Silica Ep # 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2022 50:41


    Join the Soilcraft Team and our special guest Craig Harding, as we talk about the importance of silica. What is Silica What is Silica responsible for in plants? How do we use Silica at Soilcraft? What have we seen from the use of Silica

    SOILCRAFT: REGENERATIVE AG IN AFRICA Ep # 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 39:26


    Join us as we interview Craig Harding, Director at Riverside farm in Zambia Africa, and learn about what urged him to regenerative management on the picturesque farm producing bananas, soy, and wheat on the edge of the Kafue river. Craig has been integrating livestock as well as cover crops, mineral nutrient foliars, and soil stimulating fertigations. He describes how the farm serves the community surrounding for food security etc as well as the “why” that is propelling his conviction to change.

    SOILCRAFT: VERMICAST Ep #6

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2022 32:57


    In this episode we talk about Vermicast Compost/Brew. What is it How do we use it Results we have seen from Vermicast

    SOILCRAFT: NUTRIENT EFFICIENCY Ep #5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 32:28


    In this episode we talk about Nutrient Efficiency. This is especially important for us to understand as we see fertilizer prices and availability being affected drastically! Carbon Microbes Micronutrients Distinct Molecular forms of said Nutrients

    SOILCRAFT: THE FUNDAMENTALS Ep #4

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 34:01


    In this episode we talk about our fundamental principles at Soilcraft. 5 Principles of Regenerative Agriculture Feeding the Soil Beneficial Microbes Earth Minerals Timed Foliar's

    SOILCRAFT: THE MISSION Ep #3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 23:44


    In this episode we talk about our mission at Soilcraft. This is the paradigm, philosophy, tools and people to accomplish our mission. Goal of Operations Types of Products and Services Primary Customers and Markets Region of Operations

    SOILCRAFT: THE VISION Ep #2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 36:04


    In this episode we talk about our vision statement and why we are so passionate about it. TO BE THE COMPANY THAT LEADS THE WORLD IN HEALING PEOPLE BY REDEEMING AGRICULTURAL PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES TO THE WAY THE CREATOR DESIGNED THEM.

    SOILCRAFT: THE HISTORY Ep #1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 24:26


    Listen as our founder Dwayne Bowman shares his story on how Soilcraft began. This story is critical to understanding why we do what we do.

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