Podcasts about Mulch

A Rosie On The House ReplayIn this episode explores the foundation of successful gardening: healthy soil. Farmer Greg is joined by Shota Austin from Tank's Green Stuff to discuss composting, soil biology, and how gardeners in dry climates can transform lifeless dirt into thriving soil ecosystems. They explain how compost introduces life into depleted soils, why organic practices support soil microbiology, and how mulch, compost, and planting mixes work together to build resilient garden beds. The conversation also highlights practical strategies for gardeners, including dechlorinating water, choosing soil inputs wisely, and avoiding common soil-building mistakes.Shota Austin is with Tanks Green Stuff in Tucson AZ. Shota has been in the agriculture industry for the last two decades. Working with livestock, goats, sheep, cattle, chickens, cotton, alfalfa, nursery crops, orchards and vegetable production. As a former U of A Compost Cat, Shota has been working with compost since 2013 and now works as sales and marketing director for Tanks Green Stuff, where he oversees all aspects of the business, including production quality control. Product development, sales, marketing, social media, and customer service. Shota is also a founding member of the newly formed Arizona Compost Council.Key Topics & EntitiesTank's Green StuffArizona Compost CouncilCompost and soil microbiologyDesert soil and low organic matterOrganic fertilizers vs chemical fertilizersNPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium)Mulch and soil moisture retentionRaised bed soil mixesCoco coir as a peat moss alternativeDechlorinating municipal waterSoil biology and plant healthOrganic compost production from landscape wasteManure risks in garden bedsLocal soil products for arid climatesKey Questions AnsweredWhy is compost so critical to soil health?Compost introduces organic matter, beneficial microbes, and nutrients into soil. In many desert environments, soil contains little organic material—often less than 1%. Compost transforms inert dirt into living soil by supporting microbial life that cycles nutrients and improves structure, water retention, and plant resilience.What is the difference between dirt and soil?Dirt is largely inert mineral material like sand, silt, clay, and rock fragments. Soil is a living ecosystem made up of minerals, organic matter, microorganisms, water, and air. When organic matter and biology are added to dirt, it becomes functional soil capable of supporting plant life.What role does soil microbiology play in plant health?Soil microbes act as the delivery system for plant nutrition. They break down organic matter, release nutrients, defend plants from pathogens, and create the soil structure plants rely on. When gardeners feed the soil microbiology rather than the plant directly, plants thrive naturally.What do the three fertilizer numbers (NPK) mean?The three numbers on fertilizer labels represent nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Nitrogen promotes leafy growth and green foliage. Phosphorus supports flower and fruit development. Potassium strengthens root systems and overall plant resilience. These nutrients work best when supported by micronutrients, trace minerals, and active soil biology.Why can chemical fertilizers harm soil biology?Many synthetic fertilizers and pesticides reduce beneficial microbial populations. While they may provide short-term plant growth, they disrupt the biological systems that naturally feed and protect plants. Organic fertilizers support soil organisms instead of suppressing them.How can gardeners remove chlorine from municipal water before watering plants?Chlorine can harm beneficial microbes in soil. One simple method is letting water sit in an open container so the chlorine dissipates. Another option is installing a whole-house charcoal filtration system that removes chlorine before the water reaches garden soil.What is the difference between compost, planting mix, and mulch?Compost is decomposed organic matter used as a soil amendment. Planting mix blends compost with materials like coco coir and perlite to improve aeration, drainage, and moisture retention. Mulch is any material placed on top of soil to protect it, retain moisture, and gradually build organic matter as it decomposes.What ingredients create a high-quality planting mix?A strong planting mix typically includes compost for nutrients and microbial life, coco coir for moisture retention, aeration materials like perlite or pumice, a small amount of native soil for mineral content, and organic fertilizers for additional nutrients.Why is mulch essential for building soil in dry climates?Mulch protects soil from heat, reduces evaporation, and feeds soil organisms as it breaks down. In hot climates, thick mulch layers can reduce surface temperatures and improve soil moisture retention while gradually building organic matter.What materials should gardeners avoid putting in their soil?Gardeners should avoid chemical fertilizers, peat moss harvested unsustainably, screened fill dirt, and unverified manure sources. Non-organic straw or hay may also introduce herbicides or weed seeds that damage gardens.Episode HighlightsCompost adds life to soils that may contain less than 1% organic matter.Healthy soil is built from three main components: mineral particles, organic matter, and living organisms.Soil microbes function like delivery systems, transporting nutrients from soil to plant roots.Thick mulch layers can reduce landscape temperatures by as much as 15–20°F.Coco coir from coconut husks provides a sustainable alternative to peat moss and lasts longer in soil.Organic fertilizers supply nutrients along with micronutrients and trace minerals that synthetic fertilizers often lack.Letting water sit in a bucket allows chlorine to dissipate before watering plants.Locally produced soil products are often better suited for regional climate and sustainability.ResourcesTank's Green Stuff — https://tanksgreenstuff.comUrban Farm Tree Planting Mix — Available through Urban Farm pop-up events - Store.urbanfarm.orgVisit www.UrbanFarm.org/973 for the show notes and links on this episode!Need a little bit of advice or just a feedback on your design for your yard or garden?The Urban Farm Team is offering consults over the phone or zoom. 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Spring forward with us! In this episode of Saturdays with Sandra, Colleen, the Community Queen, shares her favorite tips for making the most of daylight saving time. From gardening and mulching to essential home maintenance like checking smoke detectors and cleaning gutters, get ready to embrace the season of renewal. Plus, hear why spring is Colleen’s favorite time of year and how to prepare for the busy days ahead! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram or download our app to stay connected! Saturdays with Sandra www.1011thepulse.com ios App Android App Advertise with Us Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Banter00:05 Colleen on Daylight Saving Time01:15 Gardening and Mulching Tips for Spring02:19 Home Maintenance: Smoke Detectors and More03:30 Planning Vacations and Setting Goals04:15 Why Spring is Colleen’s Favorite Season05:00 Closing Thoughts and Seasonal InspirationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#gardening  #podcast #gardentalk #vegetablegarden  #radio #influencer #gardentip #gardentalkradio #backyardgarden Email your questions to Gardentalkradio@gmail.com Or call 1-800-927-SHOW Segment 4:Garden questions & answers   Sponsors of the show for 2026Beetlegone of https://beetlegone.com/Pomona pectin of https://pomonapectin.com/Dripworks of https://www.dripworks.com/Natural green products of https://www.natgreenproducts.com/ use promo code freeship4meany size No More Bugs!Rescue of https://rescue.com/Jung Seeds of https://www.jungseed.com/category/talk-gardening use code 15GT26 to save 15% off ordersWind River Chimes of https://windriverchimes.com/Wisconsin Greenhouse Company of https://wisconsingreenhousecompany.com/Summit Chemical of https://summitchemical.com/Iv organics of https://ivorganics.com/  Use radio10 to save 10% off your orderSoilmoist.com of https://www.soilmoist.com/products/soil-moist.phpDavid J Frank of https://davidjfrank.com/ Timber Pro Coatings of https://timberprocoatingsusa.com/products/internal-wood-stabilizer/Azure Standard of  https://www.azurestandard.com/  Use code Use Promo Code: JOEYANDHOLLY15 applied at checkout to get 15% off for new customers who open an account for the first time and place a minimum order of $100 or more, shipped to a drop location of their choice.Durable green bed https://durablegreenbed.com/Corba head hand tools https://www.cobrahead.com/ use code soil for 10% your order at checkout valid once per customer Soil Savvy https://www.mysoilsavvy.com/Weed Wrench  https://www.weed-wrench.com/home us code JOEYat check out to save $10.00 on your order MYRootmaker of https://myrootmaker.com/  Us coupon code Radio26 at checkout and save 10% of your orderHarney & Sons Fine Teas of https://www.harney.com/Soil Diva of https://soildiva.net/ use code Use code radio15 to toget 15% off your order Scrusher of https://www.scrusher.com/ Use code nomoredirt5 to  5% off + Free Shipping at checkoutScrubby soap  of www.scrubbysoap.com Get 10% off your order by using code SOAP at check  outJanco green house of  https://jancogreenhouse.com/index.htmlFleximounts of fleximounts.com Use code “C730” to get $30 on C7MAX chair  Use code "YTE730" for $30 off E7 Pro deckDigzs of https://www.digzgardening.com/Neptunes harvest of https://www.neptunesharvest.com/Rubio Monocoat USA of https://www.rubiomonocoatusa.com/  Get 10% OFF DuroGrit when using code JOEY at checkout The Green Gro of https://thegreengro.com/Brome of https://store.bromebirdcare.com/Mrs. wages of https://www.mrswages.com/Mantis of https://mantis.com/products/tillers/Milkweed balm of https://milkweedbalm.com/ use code Gardening at checkout and get 20% off your order Biogents of https://us-shop.biogents.com mosquito trap systemsAmazon #Influencer page with products we use and trust from gardening to camping, household goods and even cat stuff. Over 500 items list  https://www.amazon.com/shop/thewisconsinvegetablegardener?ref=ac_inf_hm_vp

Succession sowing is often presented as the key to having flowers all season long. But on many small UK flower farms, the pressure to keep sowing again and again can quietly create more work than the flowers are worth. In this episode of MULCH, Rebecca explores what succession sowing actually means and why misunderstanding it can lead to unnecessary labour, overwhelm, and resentment. Using ecological thinking and real examples from the field, she reflects on how a resilient flower farm often relies less on constant repetition and more on seasonal transition, where different plants step forward as the season moves on. You'll hear about: Why succession sowing doesn't always mean growing the same flowers repeatedly How seasonal transitions can create a steady flow of flowers The question every grower should ask before adding another sowing Why working with the season builds resilience in a flower farming business If succession plans are starting to feel overwhelming, this episode offers a calmer and more sustainable way to think about the season ahead. Mentioned in this episode Explore resources for flower farmers, including the Flower Farmer's Planner and business planning tools: https://www.silvergreyfoliage.com/education 

You may be shocked to hear that Green Day have a lot of songs. Some may say, in fact, that they have too MANY songs, because there does come a point where they all just blend into on another. In this episode we explore this phenomenon, and it is exclusively (in our view) an issue that plagues the latter half of their career. We cover everything from American Idiot to Saviors, and whilst not all of these albums are afflicted in such a way, it definitely seems to become more prevalent as we more closer to the present era. We also ask a crucial question - is Green Day punk? The answer is probably not quite what you expect, but we do debate the finer points. Suggesting that perhaps they could be Schrodinger's punx... All this leads us to trying to answer the real question - is Insomniac Green Day's unsung classic? Let's find out. Highlights: 00:00 Intro 01:53 Car Album Debate 05:07 Legacy Act Question 09:31 Setting Up American Idiot 10:24 American Idiot Phenomenon 14:22 Stadium Band Status 23:08 Broadway And 21st Century 31:15 Uno, Dos, Tre And Rehab 35:38 Revolution Radio To Father Of All 37:38 Father of All Reappraisal 39:03 Critics vs Short Runtime 39:49 Side Projects and Salty Pretzel 43:18 2020 Output and Pandemic Era 44:18 Saviors and Derivative Sounds 48:42 Compression and Phone Listening 52:49 Is Green Day Punk? 01:00:28 Defining Punk and Yardsticks 01:19:59 Insomniac Context and Backlash 01:21:21 Critics and Rawness 01:22:22 Sales and Fan Backlash 01:24:01 Honest Bridge Album 01:26:28 Opening Tracks and Tone 01:30:29 Singles and Track Picks 01:32:56 Production and Gear Talk 01:39:54 Songwriting and Label Control 01:53:48 Closing Tracks and Verdict 01:59:22 Wrap Up and Goodbyes Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Der Februar hatte es in sich. Zwischen Schneechaos und ersten Frühlingsgefühlen haben wir nicht nur einen riesigen Hühnerstall auf Kleinanzeigen entdeckt (und direkt angefangen, ihn auseinanderzunehmen), sondern auch noch alte Dielen und Fenster aus einem Abrisshaus gerettet.Während wir also Holz stapeln, Volieren planen und Material sortieren, startet bei uns zu Hause ganz nebenbei ein neues Kapitel: Feuerwehr-Grundausbildung. Blaulicht, Übungsdienste und jede Menge neue Eindrücke inklusive.Außerdem sprechen wir über:unseren Besuch beim IVG Medientag in Kölnwarum Mulch bei unserem Marschboden so wichtig istBaumfäll-Endspurt vor der FristErsatzpflanzungen und klimaangepasste BaumartenGartenpläne für März (Snackgurken! Tomaten! neuer Versuch mit Kürbis!)Kurz gesagt: viel los, viele Projekte und ein ziemlich voller Monat.Wenn ihr Fragen habt oder Themenwünsche, schreibt uns gern über einstückarbeit.de oder bei Instagram @einstückarbeit. Wir freuen uns wie immer über eure Nachrichten – und natürlich auch über eine Bewertung bei Spotify oder Apple Podcasts.

Send a textGeorge E. Mulch strikes again when he opens a branch office of Remington Steele Investigations without anyone's knowledge, and botches a case so badly that the angry clients want to kill Steele.Discussion of the Remington Steele episode 'Steele, Inc'. Hosted by Eric Alton-Glenn Hilliard and Sara McNeil.Send your comments to SteeleWatching@Yahoo.comWebsitesOfficial Steele Watching PodCast websiteSteele Watching PodCast on TwitterSteele Watching PodCast on FacebookSteele Watching PodCast on InstagramSteele Watchers Group on FacebookPurchase movies/television shows/books mentioned in this episode from Amazon.The Maltese Falcon (Amazon Canada / Amazon USA)The Third Man (Amazon Canada / Amazon USA)Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPlease consider helping support the show. Help support this show. Become a monthly supporter of this show for as little as $3 (US)/month. Buy Me A Coffee (one-time donation) Paypal (one-time donation) Purchase Steele Watching Swag

This week on Mulch, we're celebrating two milestones, Episode 60 and 15,000 downloads. Thank you for being here and for building this thoughtful, business-minded flower farming community with me. Today's episode is about pests… but really, it's about resilience. Because pests are not a sign that you're failing. They're a sign that you're growing something worth eating. As sustainable flower farmers, the goal isn't elimination, it's building systems strong enough to absorb pressure without reaching for pesticides (or despair). In this episode, I share the 5 P's of Pest Resilience for the 2026 season:

Struggling to get a big potato harvest, especially in heat or grow bags? In this episode, Jim and Caleb from Wood Prairie Family Farm break down what actually matters for growing potatoes successfully. You'll learn practical potato growing tips for choosing seed, watering, fall planting, and avoiding common beginner mistakes. If you've ever felt unsure about which potatoes to plant, how to store them, or why your yields were disappointing, this conversation will clear it up. We talk certified seed vs. grocery store potatoes, how to think about short-season varieties (especially in the South), what makes fall potatoes possible, and the biggest "make-or-break" factors when growing in containers. Wood Prairie Family Farm (Seed Potatoes) Certified seed potatoes shipped at the right time for your region, plus grow bags and organic potato fertilizer. Use code JILL5 for 5% off: http://journeywithjill.net/woodprairie. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. free download: Seed Starting Guide Start seeds with confidence. Know exactly when and how to begin. https://journeywithjill.net/seed-starting-guide Key Takeaways Start with certified seed potatoes to reduce disease risk and improve yields. For hot climates or tight windows, choose short-season varieties to finish before heat or frost. In grow bags, watering is the #1 success factor (often 3x per week). Better soil and the right fertility plan can increase yield without adding complexity. Mulch strategies (even cardboard + straw) can reduce weeds and help moderate soil moisture. Sponsor for this Episode Organic REV Organic fertilizer blends made for gardeners who want healthier plants and better harvests. Use code JILL10 for 10% off: http://journeywithjill.net/organicrev As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Garden in Minutes A simple, efficient watering system that helps you stay consistent (especially in summer). Use code Jill for 7% off: http://journeywithjill.net/gardeninminutes As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Resource Links Free Seed Starting Guide: https://journeywithjill.net/seed-starting-guide Connect with Jill Friday Emails (newsletter): https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneywithjillNet/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeginnersgarden/ Podcast archive: https://journeywithjill.net/the-beginners-garden-podcast/ Ready for a simple system to plan and track? My Complete Garden Planner makes it easy: https://shop.journeywithjill.net/ Disclaimer Gardening advice shared in this podcast is based on my own experience in Zone 8a (Arkansas) and from the feedback I receive from others in different gardening contexts. Your results may differ depending on your location, climate, and growing conditions. Always check your local extension service or trusted resources for region-specific guidance. Some links mentioned may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

#gardening  #podcast #gardentalk #vegetablegarden  #radio #influencer #gardentip #gardentalkradio #backyardgarden Email your questions to Gardentalkradio@gmail.com Or call 1-800-927-SHOW Segment 1: steps to getting healthy soil in garden and keeping it    Sponsors of the show for 2026Beetlegone of https://beetlegone.com/Pomona pectin of https://pomonapectin.com/Dripworks of https://www.dripworks.com/Natural green products of https://www.natgreenproducts.com/ use promo code freeship4meany size No More Bugs!Rescue of https://rescue.com/Jung Seeds of https://www.jungseed.com/category/talk-gardening use code 15GT26 to save 15% off ordersWind River Chimes of https://windriverchimes.com/Wisconsin Greenhouse Company of https://wisconsingreenhousecompany.com/Summit Chemical of https://summitchemical.com/Iv organics of https://ivorganics.com/  Use radio10 to save 10% off your orderSoilmoist.com of https://www.soilmoist.com/products/soil-moist.phpDavid J Frank of https://davidjfrank.com/ Timber Pro Coatings of https://timberprocoatingsusa.com/products/internal-wood-stabilizer/Azure Standard of  https://www.azurestandard.com/  Use code Use Promo Code: JOEYANDHOLLY15 applied at checkout to get 15% off for new customers who open an account for the first time and place a minimum order of $100 or more, shipped to a drop location of their choice.Durable green bed https://durablegreenbed.com/Corba head hand tools https://www.cobrahead.com/ use code soil for 10% your order at checkout valid once per customer Soil Savvy https://www.mysoilsavvy.com/Weed Wrench  https://www.weed-wrench.com/home us code JOEYat check out to save $10.00 on your order MYRootmaker of https://myrootmaker.com/  Us coupon code Radio26 at checkout and save 10% of your orderHarney & Sons Fine Teas of https://www.harney.com/Soil Diva of https://soildiva.net/ use code Use code radio15 to toget 15% off your order Scrusher of https://www.scrusher.com/ Use code nomoredirt5 to  5% off + Free Shipping at checkoutScrubby soap  of www.scrubbysoap.com Get 10% off your order by using code SOAP at check  outJanco green house of  https://jancogreenhouse.com/index.htmlFleximounts of fleximounts.com Use code “C730” to get $30 on C7MAX chair  Use code "YTE730" for $30 off E7 Pro deckDigzs of https://www.digzgardening.com/Neptunes harvest of https://www.neptunesharvest.com/Rubio Monocoat USA of https://www.rubiomonocoatusa.com/  Get 10% OFF DuroGrit when using code JOEY at checkout The Green Gro of https://thegreengro.com/Brome of https://store.bromebirdcare.com/Mrs. wages of https://www.mrswages.com/Mantis of https://mantis.com/products/tillers/Milkweed balm of https://milkweedbalm.com/ use code Gardening at checkout and get 20% off your order Biogents of https://us-shop.biogents.com mosquito trap systemsAmazon #Influencer page with products we use and trust from gardening to camping, household goods and even cat stuff. Over 500 items list  https://www.amazon.com/shop/thewisconsinvegetablegardener?ref=ac_inf_hm_vp

1#gardening  #podcast #gardentalk #vegetablegarden  #radio #influencer #gardentip #gardentalkradio #backyardgarden Email your questions to Gardentalkradio@gmail.com Or call 1-800-927-SHOW Segment 1:steps to getting healthy soil in garden and keeping it  Segment 2: plant support options Segment 3: Chatter Spot Segment 4:Garden questions & answers   Sponsors of the show for 2026Beetlegone of https://beetlegone.com/Pomona pectin of https://pomonapectin.com/Dripworks of https://www.dripworks.com/Natural green products of https://www.natgreenproducts.com/ use promo code freeship4meany size No More Bugs!Rescue of https://rescue.com/Jung Seeds of https://www.jungseed.com/category/talk-gardening use code 15GT26 to save 15% off ordersWind River Chimes of https://windriverchimes.com/Wisconsin Greenhouse Company of https://wisconsingreenhousecompany.com/Summit Chemical of https://summitchemical.com/Iv organics of https://ivorganics.com/  Use radio10 to save 10% off your orderSoilmoist.com of https://www.soilmoist.com/products/soil-moist.phpDavid J Frank of https://davidjfrank.com/ Timber Pro Coatings of https://timberprocoatingsusa.com/products/internal-wood-stabilizer/Azure Standard of  https://www.azurestandard.com/  Use code Use Promo Code: JOEYANDHOLLY15 applied at checkout to get 15% off for new customers who open an account for the first time and place a minimum order of $100 or more, shipped to a drop location of their choice.Durable green bed https://durablegreenbed.com/Corba head hand tools https://www.cobrahead.com/ use code soil for 10% your order at checkout valid once per customer Soil Savvy https://www.mysoilsavvy.com/Weed Wrench  https://www.weed-wrench.com/home us code JOEYat check out to save $10.00 on your order MYRootmaker of https://myrootmaker.com/  Us coupon code Radio26 at checkout and save 10% of your orderHarney & Sons Fine Teas of https://www.harney.com/Soil Diva of https://soildiva.net/ use code Use code radio15 to toget 15% off your order Scrusher of https://www.scrusher.com/ Use code nomoredirt5 to  5% off + Free Shipping at checkoutScrubby soap  of www.scrubbysoap.com Get 10% off your order by using code SOAP at check  outJanco green house of  https://jancogreenhouse.com/index.htmlFleximounts of fleximounts.com Use code “C730” to get $30 on C7MAX chair  Use code "YTE730" for $30 off E7 Pro deckDigzs of https://www.digzgardening.com/Neptunes harvest of https://www.neptunesharvest.com/Rubio Monocoat USA of https://www.rubiomonocoatusa.com/  Get 10% OFF DuroGrit when using code JOEY at checkout The Green Gro of https://thegreengro.com/Brome of https://store.bromebirdcare.com/Mrs. wages of https://www.mrswages.com/Mantis of https://mantis.com/products/tillers/Milkweed balm of https://milkweedbalm.com/ use code Gardening at checkout and get 20% off your order Biogents of https://us-shop.biogents.com mosquito trap systemsAmazon #Influencer page with products we use and trust from gardening to camping, household goods and even cat stuff. Over 500 items list  https://www.amazon.com/shop/thewisconsinvegetablegardener?ref=ac_inf_hm_vp

In this episode of MULCH, Rebecca explores flower farmer self-care through the lens of our most important tools - our hands. From skin protection and glove choices to strengthening forearms and thinking about vitamin D and bone health, this episode offers practical, preventative advice to help you stay strong, safe and able to keep growing. A thoughtful reminder that sustainable flower farming starts with looking after yourself. You can find the Flower Farmers Planner, business planning kits and cut flower meadow seeds in our webshop:   Cut Flower Seed meadow Vitamin D Patient leaflet  

Send a textIn this powerful and unfiltered episode, Willie Rodriguez sits down with Paul Capote owner of PGL, better known as the "Miami Landscaper", for a real conversation about debt, discipline, faith, leadership, and the future of the green industry.Paul has been in the industry for 17 years, and he's still growing, still learning, and still refining. From surviving the COVID boom, to navigating heavy debt, vendor credit, and high-interest loans — this episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build a landscaping company in today's Florida market.What We Cover:The Hard Years & The Reset 2023–2024 were tough. Cash flow pressure. Equipment debt. Vendor balances.2025 became the year of repair — clearing trucks, stepping away from vendor credit, tightening operations, and building a stronger foundation.Debt & Financial Accountability– Why high-interest loans should only be used strategically– The danger of promising too much– Why knowing your numbers protects your business– The truth about vendor debt in the industry (yes… SiteOne comes up)– Why Paul is officially “anti-check” and moving fully to ACHLocking in Product & Managing RiskWith Florida freezes, volatile pricing, and supply chain uncertainty, Paul breaks down what it actually means to guarantee pricing in today's environment.To lock in product means tying up capital, space, manpower, and deposits — sometimes increasing costs 25–40%.But for contractors who understand long-term vision?That $100K tied up today could unlock $4–6 million in opportunity tomorrow.The Silver Saw Palmetto example alone is worth the listen.Trust, Documentation & ProfessionalismHandshakes aren't enough anymore.Quotes must be documented.Verbal agreements create chaos.We talk about:– Why eye contact matters– Why documentation protects everyone– Why accountability scares people– How shadiness is hurting the industryRaising the Standard of Blue-Collar WorkPaul speaks passionately about elevating tradesmen:– Remove the word “laborer”– Use titles like Landscape Design Tech– Create pride in the craft– Implement SOPs and production bonuses– Build structure with AI systems like LanaQuality matters. Mulch glue matters. Details matter.“Put your name on it and make it perfect.”Faith, Growth & Breaking Generational CursesThis episode goes deeper than business.Paul opens up about:– Becoming a father– Bringing back his podcast “We the Tradesman”– Leading men's groups– Prioritizing faith over fear– Losing a $100K client and not being shaken– Choosing peace over money“Money is just money. Opportunity to do God's will is more powerful.”This is a conversation about becoming the kind of man — and business owner — who can handle what's coming next.

In this episode of Mulch, Rebecca offers a timely February pep talk for flower farmers feeling wobbly, behind, or overwhelmed. She shares three grounded reminders: create your own seed sowing plan (and stop chasing perfect ones), stop buying seeds you don't need, and focus on your own business priorities rather than comparing yourself on social media. A practical and reassuring listen for anyone navigating the uncomfortable, unpredictable season of early-year growing.

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Winter is here in the UK, so while Saul and Lucy hunker down, don layers and fire up the kettle more frequently than usual, what do their minds turn to in the garden? This is the perfect season for clearance of 2025 growth, for establishing new designs and for de-cluttering stores and greenhouses. Any hours that you can put into the garden now, will reward you hugely come spring and summer, when the jobs mount up. Quick - more tea and biscuits!Well - it's still raining! So while Saul feels sure that he's made the right decision and re-located to an office, Lucy throws herself into wet wintry showers by choosing jobs to keep her warm. This week, a day full of composting is on her list, as she discovers the joy of the full composting cycle. A listener also asks the podcasting team for their views on encouraging birds into the garden during winter. Ponds, berries, diverse plantings - and compost heaps - all feature in the reply.Instagram link:Lucy lucychamberlaingardensSaul plantsmansaulIntro and Outro music from https://filmmusic.io"Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show

Welcome to episode 334 of Growers Daily! We cover: what to do if you can't trust your local mulch options, harvest bins, and some takeaways from the oak conference. We are a Non-Profit! 

In this episode of Mulch, Rebecca shares seven practical tips to improve seed germination and make the most of the money you spend on seeds. From compost choice and moisture levels to patience, airflow and handling tricky seeds like orlaya and annual phlox, this is a calm, experience-led guide to starting the seed-sowing season well. If you find Mulch helpful, you can support the podcast by leaving a review here:

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Welcome to episode 319 of Growers Daily! We cover: if you need grow lights or heat lamps (and what the pros use for their starts), we discuss newspaper as a mulch or assistant mulch, and we'll go out to the field and do a little soil-block-a-long.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Alan interviews Bob Hawkinson. Bob Hawkinson loved his commercial landscape management business.  But he hated seeing thousands of discarded plastic mulch bags going into landfills. So, he invented a biodegradable mulch bag that installs easily and inhibits weed growth. It installs quickly and doesn't pollute the environment. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.WeedRecede.com

Snowdown is right around the corner with a brand-new theme and a big surprise for this year's parade. Durango City Council locks in key decisions on 2026 lodgers' tax funding, and your old Christmas tree can be recycled into mulch.  By Sadie Smith.Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/durango-prepares-for-47th-annual-snowdown  This story is sponsored by Tafoya Barrett & Associates and Serious Texas Bar-B-Q. Support the show

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Welcome to episode 309 of Growers Daily! We cover: producing your own mulches. our current business model, and the lottery! We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 308 of Growers Daily! We cover: making mulching work for you, if collaborative farms are the answer… why aren't we seeing more of them, and it's almost the new year… can I still sow some cover crop? We'll find out! We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 302 of Growers Daily! We cover: should you mulch now for spring crops, fitting brassicas in the rotation and one thing that often get forgotten in a farm business plan  We are a Non-Profit! 

#253: Farmer, researcher, and author Helen Atthowe has spent 40 years building soil ecosystems that feed themselves while offering their own, living biologic controls In this conversation with Dave Chapman, she explains how living pathways - strips of cover crops and mulches between beds and orchard rows  - can replace tillage, fertilizers, and pesticides. Drawing from her experiences with Masanobu Fukuoka, and her own long-term experiments in Montana and Oregon with her late husband farmer Carl Rosato, Helen shares what it means to farm in partnership with nature rather than against it.https://realorganicproject.org/helen-atthowe-living-pathways-living-mulch-253The Real Organic Podcast is hosted by Dave Chapman and Linley Dixon, engineered by Brandon StCyr, and edited and produced by Jenny Prince.The Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement working towards certifying 1,000 farms across the United States this year. Our add-on food label distinguishes soil-grown fruits and vegetables from hydroponically-raised produce, and pasture-raised meat, milk, and eggs from products harvested from animals in horrific confinement (CAFOs - confined animal feeding operations).To find a Real Organic farm near you, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/directoryWe believe that the organic standards, with their focus on soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare were written as they should be, but that the current lack of enforcement of those standards is jeopardizing the ability for small farms who adhere to the law to stay in business. The lack of enforcement is also jeopardizing the overall health of the customers who support the organic movement; customers who are not getting what they pay for at market but still paying a premium price. And the lack of enforcement is jeopardizing the very cycles (water, air, nutrients) that Earth relies upon to provide us all with a place to live, by pushing extractive, chemical agriculture to the forefront.If you like what you hear and are feeling inspired, we would love for you to join our movement by becoming one of our 1,000  Real Friends:https://www.realorganicproject.org/real-organic-friends/To read our weekly newsletter (which might just be the most forwarded newsletter on the internet!) and get firsthand news about what's happening with organic food, farming and policy, please subscribe here:https://www.realorganicproject.org/email/

  Today, I am joined by the Tactical Redneck to discuss updates from the Holler Homestead: the sheep acting "a little eminent," a surprise community deer drop, and the brass water faucet we dug up while doing chores. We'll cover ongoing projects like the compost bin design, the memory garden plan, the hillside garden reset, mushroom experiments, rabbit breeding, and the ever-important Operation Leaf Collection. We'll wrap up with holiday touches around the Tajmaholler, the new Canoe Rose Bed, alternate routes home, and how we're gearing up to cook a whole lamb. Featured Event: Dec 20 LFTN Christmas Reception - LivingFreeinTennessee.com Sponsor 1: AgoristTaxAdvice.com Sponsor 2: The Wealthsteading Podcast: InvestableWealth.com Are the Sheep Really eminent? Community Deer Drop from a neighbor Found Treasure: Brass Water Faucet Explain the Compost Bin Design Planning a Memory Garden Operation Leaf Collection Hillside Garden Reset In Process Mushroom Experiment update Ghost Light Disappointment Rabbits Bred Canoe Rose Bed Christmas Lights and Tajmaholler Alternative Routs Home Preparing to cook a whole lamb   Make it a great week!   GUYS! Don't forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce. It makes a great Christmas Gift!   Community Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Advisory Board The Booze Whisperer The Tactical Redneck Chef Brett Samantha the Savings Ninja Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

Welcome to episode 297 of Growers Daily! We cover: planting into a thick mat of cover crop residue, can you ripen nightshades by topping them, and some of the intimidating details of starting a farm business.   We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 296 of Growers Daily! We cover: finding our own agronomists, talking about planting into compost mulch and looking at leaves as individuals.   We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 292 of Growers Daily! We cover: where we get our seeds, Straw, and helping the soil recover from a drought.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 291 of Growers Daily! We cover: cover crops as a mulch, fill dirt concerns, AND We'll also tack on a little feedback monday per tradition (of missing fridays). We are a Non-Profit! 

 Now is a great time to mulch. It's a chance to get out in the garden and do something practical when everything seems to be on the wane and dying down. It's also a good physical workout, a nice way to use a chilly but sunny day. You might think mulching is just about feeding the plants, but it's really about looking after the soil itself, the life beneath our feet, and it's easy to overlook. When you mulch, you're adding nutrients and feeding the soil life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Summer has now arrived in the driest state in Australia, and with the season comes hot weather, which can be a challenge for SA gardeners. Sophie Thomson says mulch is the answer.

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This week, Nathan tackles some concerns that need to be addressed in fall. He explains what the "cold hardiness" of a plant is and how it helps dictate what you can plant in your area and how a plant will act over winter. He gives some guidelines for choosing a mulching material and how to properly mulch. Lastly, should we be pruning over winter? Nathan lets you know the best practices when it comes to pruning.

Welcome to episode 283 of Growers Daily! We cover: how compost mulch acts differently in different regions, a potentially new way to nonprofit, and getting good brassica heads in hotter climates.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 278 of Growers Daily! We cover: the idea of dirt mulches, the power of true citizenship and winterizing the irrigation.   We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 272 of Growers Daily! We cover: small farming versus disasters, cardboard as a mulch, and when what you do looks bananas to your neighbors.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 267 of Growers Daily! We cover: finding good mulches, the (somewhat false) productivity of conventional agriculture, and the changing landscape of farming information. We are a Non-Profit! 

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It is the October To Do List, and that means it is a very busy time in the garden.  Clean up from summer vegetables and prepping for fall and winter. The days are cooler, but shorter – which means you have to work efficiently and hard. Episode includes Listener Q&A.   Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes by contributing at Flower Power Garden Hour Patreon.   To ask questions for future shows, submit them at:        Facebook        Instagram        email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com Find Marlene over on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

Welcome to episode 256 of Growers Daily! We cover: what to do when hay is the only mulch you got, the dogma free garden, and it's feedback friday. We are a Non-Profit! 

Fall is a great time to plant a shade tree and our guest, Kayden Rsenbauer, certified arborist with the Sacramento Tree Foundation has all the info you need. Bruce and I talk to him about proper planting techniques, watering for young and established trees and we go over his list of favorite shade trees. This episode is sponsored by BeWaterSmart. Sacramento Tree Foundation can be found at: Website:  sactree.org Facebook:  @Sacramento Tree Foundation Instagram:  @sactree YouTube: @SacTree   Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes by contributing at Flower Power Garden Hour Patreon.   To ask questions for future shows, submit them at:        Facebook        Instagram        email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com Find Marlene over on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

Welcome to episode 247 of Growers Daily! We cover: if we should heat our tunnels (like financially and environmentally does it make sense), cover crops that you would plant for mulch next summer and which cover crops work for that. We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 230 of Growers Daily! We cover: grassfed vs feedlot meat, how much cold storage do you REALLY need for a market garden, and what gives with paper mulches. We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 226 of Growers Daily! We cover: playing a little “mulch matchmaker”, we get some specific winter killed cover crop scenarios broken down, AND pillbugs in the seed trays We are a Non-Profit! 

If you garden in a water conscious State like California, you may be able to recite a list of plants and practices to reduce water in your landscape. But often vegetable gardening gets left out of water-wise conversations. Our guest -- the one and only --Fred Hoffman, discusses ways to employ water saving techniques for your veggies without sacrificing taste. What is the crop that consumes the most water? What are the most water efficient watermelons? We dive into this and more. This episode is sponsored by BeWaterSmart. Farmer Fred can be found at: Podcast:  Garden Basics with Farmer Fred Substack:  Beyond The Garden Basics with Farmer Fred Website:  farmerfred.com, gardenbasics.net Facebook:  @Get Growing with Farmer Fred Instagram:  @farmerfredhoffman Twitter: @farmerfred YouTube: @farmerfredhoffman Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes by contributing at Flower Power Garden Hour Patreon.   To ask questions for future shows, submit them at:        Facebook        Instagram        email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com Find Marlene over on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

Every night before the show, our host takes a few questions from the audience. In this podcast-exclusive round up, Stephen talks candidly about his writing process, favorite NYC pizza, and tells the story of when he realized he had reached the perfect level of fame. This compilation of Audience Questions previously ran in December 2023. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Brazilian sides cannot be stopped at this Club World Cup thing. Flamengo dispatched Chelsea (while Nicolas Jackson dispatched himself) and who knows what a completely commando Alex Barboza will do next?Marcus, Luke, Jim and Pete analyse the weekend's action and sadly wave goodbye to Ulsan Ultra 4k and those brave boys from Auckland City. If only Pete could get his hands on some kind of commemorative plate to remember them by. Or an oil painting to go up in his local school? Either will do.Plus, Southgate gets rejected by Poland (slugs) and Santi Cazorla continues to restore our faith in football!If you want to see David Moyes' Kremlin doppelgänger, here he is.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows, extended Wednesday episodes, access to our Discord and early access to tickets and merch for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.