Podcasts about natural farming

I'm really excited to share this conversation with all of you today, because Joshua Sparkes not only has a unique perspective on gardening and food production, he also speaks about these topics from a lot of experience and infectious passion. I've spoken to tons of farmers and gardeners on this show, and many of them are experts in permaculture, or market gardening, or native plants, or any other specialty, but in Josh's case, he's studied in many parts of the world and learned a range of disciplines that he combines in his own unique way to create a truly inspiring and evolving food production system at Birch farm in the UK, that actually doesn't focus primarily on food growing at all. Before I let him explain that, let's start at the beginning. Josh was fortunate to grow up in a wild part of Sussex surrounded by forests and meadows. When he finished school He joined the military and served overseas. He says his childhood was often a place he retreated too during hard times and it made him realise that his love came from nature, and so he's dedicated the last 15 years to make sure he can do his best to support and protect it through his work, which was the beginning of his journey into Natural Farming. In this episode Josh will explain how attending a horticulture program opened doors to travel and learn from farmers and gardeners around the world and how that has shaped his vision for Birch farm. We explore how putting a main focus on increasing biodiversity has evolved into a wild configuration of plants in a small space which includes trees, and species that most consider weeds and pests as part of an integral system which aims to reach a balance through many multiple interconnections rather than eradication or suppression of certain life forms. Josh also explains how principles of natural farming and syntopic agriculture are married with the need to produce vegetables for a farm store and connected restaurant while also providing unique culinary and sensory experiences for customers. Of all the different food production systems that I've heard described on this show, I would say that the vision that Josh describes is the most aligned with my own for my own farm, just with much more knowledge and practical experience. 

Christ had a wide-ranging conversation with first-time guest, Lore Ferguson Wilbert, and repeat guest, Ragan Sutterfield, in which they touched on various topics including: processing the recent U.S. election, grief and lament, pace and time, rootedness and place, story, and of course, what they have been recently reading.Books Mentioned in this Episode:If you'd like to order any of the following books, we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books(An independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger) The Understory: An Invitation to Rootedness and Resilience from the Forest Floor by Lore Ferguson WilbertHandle With Care: How Jesus Redeems the Power of Touch in Life and Ministry by Lore Ferguson WilbertThe Art of Being a Creature: Meditations on Humus and Humility by Ragan SutterfieldWendell Berry and the Given Life by Ragan SutterfieldFarming as a Spiritual Discipline by Ragan SutterfieldThe Art of the Commonplace: Agrarian Essays by Wendell BerryWhen Time is Short: Finding Our Way in the Anthropocene by Timothy BealBecoming Friends of Time: Disability, Timefullness and Gentle Discipleship by John SwintonCompassion: A Reflection on the Christian Life by Henri NouwenHow to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy by Jenny OdellHow to Be Idle: A Loafer's Manifesto by Tom HodgkinsonThe One-Straw Revolution: An Introduction to Natural Farming by Masanobu FukuokaStolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention - And How to Think Deeply Again by Johann HariAmphibious Soul: Finding Wild in a Tame World by Craig FosterSystematic Theology: Volume 1, the Doctrine of God by Katherine SondereggerThe Quickening: Creation and Community at the Ends of the Earth by Elizabeth RushNorth Woods: A Novel by Daniel MasonThe Winter Soldier by Daniel Mason

In this talk we will go over the many methods of natural farming used in aquaponics. This includes korean natural farming but also a few additional complimentary methods. This presentation was part of the R-Future event put on each year by Matt Powers. @ThePermacultureStudent https://matt-powers.mykajabi.com/r-future

This week on Bioactive Live Q&A we talk with Johnny from @mindfullyrooted who has been sharing his Natural Farming products, tips and tricks for years now both through social media and his website and we are thrilled to catch up with him. In this episode, Johnny shares with us how he successfully grew Cannabis using homemade Korean Natural Farming in his 2nd story apartment. This is a challenge that many people face when trying to get into growing Cannabis using Natural Farming principles where the inputs are made cheap at home.02:23 Mindfully Rooted Introduction05:00 Transitioning from Bottled Nutrients to Natural Farming Practices11:30 How to make an IMO Collection when you live in an apartment14:45 Keeping your IMO collection clean inside the house or apartment20:15 What Did the first apartment grow look like? 21:50 Keeping the soil mix simple for the apartment grow32:30 Embracing Moles in Clay Heavy Soil and collecting their burrowed soil for IMO4Join us Friday Night at 9pm EST (8pm CST, 7pm MST) on Youtube (@MIBeneficials) for Bioactive Live Q&A!Cohosted by @Okcayxx and @Rubber_Ducky_IsopodsSupport this FREE show by supporting these amazing small businesses:http://www.okcalyxxshop.comhttp://www.rubberduckyisopods.comhttp://www.MIBeneficials.com#notill #organic #growyourown #biochar #nutrientcycle #regenerativeagriculture #familyrunbusiness #naturalfarming #notillgardening #notill soil #livingsoil #cannabiscommunity #livingorganicsoil #gardening #notillfarming #organicgarden #soilfoodweb #biodiversity #bioactive #terrarium #vivarium #isopods #permaculture #crestedgecko #rubberduckyisopods #mibeneficials #dartfrog #ihatefungusgnats

Good morning, Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, November 29, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started. At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the focus was all about climate finance, but the outcome left many wanting more. Initially aiming for $1.3 trillion annually, negotiators ended up agreeing on $300 billion a year by 2035, which didn't sit well with developing countries. They found the amount too low and the decision unambitious, expressing disappointment over the developed countries' reluctance to commit more. The conference also felt the impact of geopolitical tensions, particularly with Donald Trump's re-election, raising concerns about the U.S.'s commitment to climate finance. This scepticism influenced the negotiations, contributing to the lower-than-expected financial commitment. P Anima takes a deep dive into the happenings of the recently-concluded COP29 in the Azeri capital. Stellaris Venture Partners just launched its biggest fund yet at $300 million, sticking to that number despite heavy interest. Similarly, other investment firms like Blume Ventures and Peak XV are either holding steady or shrinking their funds, pointing to a shift towards more cautious investment strategies. Venture capital firms are getting more selective, influenced by past fund performances and the current economic climate, which demands realistic startup valuations. Priyamvada C reports on how VC firms are finding smaller fund sizes a better fit for the Indian market.  India just kicked off a massive ₹2,481 crore National Mission on Natural Farming to help 10 million farmers go chemical-free. The plan? Roll out 10,000 bio input resource centers and train farmers using model farms. The government is also deploying 30,000 krishi sakhis who will guide the farmers. What's the difference between natural and organic farming, you ask? Both avoid chemicals, but organic farming needs strict certification and a few years to switch from conventional methods. Natural farming lets farmers switch at their own pace, which is great for flexibility but might make it harder to sell produce at premium prices like organic goods fetch. In today's Primer, Sayantan Bera explains how natural farming can affect the kind of food you consume and whether the method will make it safer to eat.  This year, one company wants to hire an IITian at a salary of ₹1.9 crore. The catch? The AI company from San Francisco wants aspirants to create a Google-proof questionnaire that ChatGPT can't solve. Devina Sengupta and Pratishtha Bagai write that other AI companies like Turing, Graviton, and Da Vinci are also looking to hire students by providing remote working options and hefty salaries of more than ₹2 crore. Students well versed in machine learning seem to be the top choice as of now. Traditional employers like Goldman Sachs and Microsoft too are emphasising on AI-forward roles.  There are a couple of new 10-minute delivery players in the market. Yes, their names start with an S and Z, but they're Swish and Zing. These startups are aiming to capitalise on the growing demand for quick commerce in India. Sowmya Ramasubramanian writes that these companies focus specifically on 10-minute food deliveries, catering to impulsive consumers seeking convenience. Gross merchandise value for quick commerce deliveries is projected to reach $9.9 billion in five years in this sector. Turns out, hunger can't really wait after all.  COP kicks the climate can down the road, againIndia's venture capital firms are finding that leaner might be betterMint Primer | Natural farming: Will it make your food safe?Battle of AI versus the rest as offers promise ₹2 crore and above at IITsNew 10-minute food delivery startups are ready to test your impulse control

This week we have the amazing opportunity to chat with Chris Trump of Biomei Solutions (biomei.solutions) and learn from a guy who has been teaching and SHOWING people how to succeed in natural farming for decades.Topics discussed on todays show:Indigenous Predatory Micro-Organisms (IPMO) - how Chris stumbled upon this preparation and how it is applied virtually anywhere in the world with amazing success. How to make IPMOHandling spider mites using natural farming inputsCommunity Questions:Can you make IPMO with dead pest carcasses and how to effectively collect pests from your grow area to use in an IPMO preparationWhat are the best plants to use to detoxify soil and what should I do with that plant matter afterwards?What inputs would you recommend for a small home grower to use in a city without resources to go full KNF or Jadam?Has Chris Trump ever used predatory insects?Can you keep taking IMO1 collections from IMO3 and still have the efficacy of IPMO?For making IPMO, would taking dead bugs that have mycelium on them from inside your window sill and adding that to an IMO box be useful to collect more predatory fungi? If I have already made the KNF wetting agent, can I add herbal extracts such as rosemary, thyme and sage oils I have made, or could I use them in my OHN?Can you add insect frass to LABs to make a similar thing to IPMO?Is there a specific type of rice that works best for IMO collection?Are there any inputs that you use with cedar wood? Can cedar bark be used as an OHN ingredient or part of an IPM spray?You can support this FREE show and the people contributing by supporting these small businesses:http://www.biomei.solutionshttp://www.okcalyxxshop.comhttp://www.rubberduckyisopods.comhttp://www.MIBeneficials.comCatch us every FRIDAY NIGHT at 9pm est, 6pm pst on Youtube and Instagram Live

Crafting Cannabis Episode #68 - OK Calyxx returns! He's back to tell us about the OKCalyxx Autumn Natural Farming Immersive on October 19th in Oklahoma. This is a fully immersive workshop where you'll scavenge and create wildcrafted inputs on OKCalyxx's own property, plus a whole LOT more, all taught by the master himself. Don't miss out! ---------------------------------- Use code "craftingcannabispodcast" for 7% off at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://grovebags.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://craftingcannabispodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/craftingcannabispodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@craftingcannabispodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@earlybird_autogrows⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@blackwatergrows⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ruderalister

This week we are going to be talking about some resources available to you to help you succeed in your organic, natural garden. Not only talking practices and principles, but talking mindset, preparation and mental health in the garden. We run through the following books recommended by Kevin:-Sakuteiki: Visions of the Japanese Garden-Farmers of Forty Centuries: Organic Farming in China, Korea and Japan and the following books recommened by Bryan:-The Sound of Music and Plants-The Cannabis Grow BibleWe answer the following questions:Can you tell the difference between cannabis and hemp?Homemade BT, BT explanation and how to use itWhat is your favorite ferment for late flower and do I have time to start one now?Help with Slugs in the garden eating vegetable seedlingsWhat is your "Unicorn" strain that you'll make or already made?What's the easiest way to set up a black soldier fly larvae bin?Any tips on controling PM (powdery mildew) in a green house?What size beds do you recommend for starting up indoors? Do you soil horizons?Are there any known beneficial companion plants that are annual for indoor?If I'm using Promix as a cloning base, should I match the PH to what my moms are in?What do you think about crystals in the soil?Do you use a refractometer and pay attention to brix?When springtails are jumping all over the place, are they happy or mad?Don't forget to checkout our websites at:http://www.rubberduckyisopods.comhttp://www.mibeneficials.comhttp://www.okcalyxxshop.com #notill #organic #growyourown #familyrunbusiness #notillgardening #notill soil #livingsoil #cannabiscommunity #livingorganicsoil #gardening #notillfarming #organicgarden #soilfoodweb #biodiversity

Jeff Poppen, longtime farmer and owner of Long Hungry Creek Farm in Tennessee, discusses his farming journey and the principles of biodynamic farming which led to his new book, Barefoot Biodynamics. Jeff shares his approach to farming, including the use of compost, cover crops, and crop rotations. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the specific needs of the soil and the benefits of incorporating diverse elements into the farm. He shares how he got started in farming and the transition to organic and biodynamic methods.Jeff emphasizes the importance of paying attention to the accumulated wisdom of farming and studying pre-chemical farming practices. He also talks about the unique aspects of his farm, including the diverse landscape and the role of animals in maintaining fertility. Jeff explains the climate in Tennessee and how he manages without irrigation. He delves into the philosophy of biodynamics and Rudolf Steiner's teachings, highlighting the importance of observation, consciousness, and the connection between humans, animals, plants, and the environment. Throughout the conversation, Jeff's down-to-earth and accessible style shines through. Connect With Guest:Website: https://barefootfarmer.comInstagram: @barefootfarmerFacebook: Barefoot FarmerJeff's Book: https://chelseagreen.biz/product/barefoot-biodynamics/ Podcast Sponsors:Huge thanks to our podcast sponsors as they make this podcast FREE to everyone with their generous support: Do you have more tasks on your farm than you have time? Stop interruptions and focus on what matters most. Delegate repetitive duties in your tunnel to Orisha, get rid of diseases for good and get the most out of your tunnels. Sleep better, knowing that they'll call you if anything goes wrong in your greenhouse. For tips and tricks on how to simplify your farm activities, check out their free ebooks at orisha.io/tools and sign up to Orisha's newsletter at orisha.io/newsletter. Discover innovative packaging solutions at A-ROO Company, your one-stop destination for customizable and eco-friendly packaging, including floral, produce, and specialty packaging. Enjoy an exclusive 10% discount with code "GFM10" for Growing for Market Podcast listeners at shop.a-roo.com. Farmhand is the only ready-to-ride assistant made by and for farmers. Through a simple text or email to Farmhand, you can offload admin tasks, automate your CSA, update your website, and sell more to your customers. Learn more and take one of our many time-saving tasks for a test drive to see firsthand how Farmhand can help you earn more, and work less at farmhand.partners/gfm. Bootstrap Farmer offers a complete range of growing supplies including heat mats, ground cover, frost blankets, silage tarps, irrigation, and trellising. They also make all-metal, all-inclusive greenhouse kits, constructed of steel made in the USA and fabricated in Texas. Their heavy-duty, Midwest-made propagation and microgreens trays will last for years and are available in a full spectrum of colors. For all that plus experienced support for everything they sell, check out Bootstrap Farmer at bootstrapfarmer.com.Subscribe To Our Magazine - FREE 28-Day Trial:Our Website: www.GrowingForMarket.com

There were 2 important developments in the biotech/science field. One, The SC gave a split verdict on the GM mustard issue. Two, the government announced a proposal to help farmers move towards Natural Farming. Shambhavi and Suman discuss the policy aspects of both these and attempt to lay down the path forward for food security in India. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://takshashila.org.in/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Take our 'China Challenge' survey here: https://shorturl.at/XMUW7 Check out our public policy courses here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://school.takshashila.org.in⁠

This week we are talking about keeping your garden flourishing in the early summer time utilizing Natural Farming and Jadam principles to save MONEY. Throw your question in this week! Soil maintenance: (what I'm doing to keep my gardens healthy) Using Inputs Green manures Top dressing Keep soil watered Keep soil covered Keep the roots Plants maintenance: (how I train, prune, manipulate the plant) Cannabis Tomatoes Squash Peppers Cucumbers Sunflowers (Other plants you all may have) Pest maintenance: (issues I'm having, sprays I'm using) Squash Bugs Cucumber Bugs Caterpillars Rabbits

Twenty years ago, two individuals started a company focused on sustainable agricultural and the humane treatment of animals. Over two decades later, that company now employees upward of 100 people, has expanded its products from its original no-sugar-added bacon, and more than ever adheres to its original philosophy. When we learned about Pederson's Natural Farms, we were so impressed that we invited vice president Neil Dudley to join us. Neil talks about how innovative sustainable agricultural practices can lead to healthier ecosystems, more ethical food production, and a balanced relationship with nature. Whether you're a farmer, a food enthusiastic, or simply curious about sustainable living, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. It may even tweak your appetite! Here's to good eats and good health—naturally.   

Tonight's episode is a continuation of our talk with Kevin (OKCalyxx) about Natural Farming; inputs, practices and more Alternative Ways of Collection IMO 1 (besides using a traditional collection box) Storing and making IMO2 Ways to make IMO3 without using IMO2 Best materials for making IMO3 and what materials need to be sourced from a store Cooking IMO3 - how to check temperatures, how to adjust when temps are too high, best practices for when temps are too low We hope you can join us LIVE every Friday night at 9pm est and drop a question in the mix

This week we get to pick the brain of Chris from Country Roots Ltd. which is a farm in Michigan, dedicated to growing, hunting and foraging for their own ingredients for the organic inputs they make and sell. Chris is a wealth of knowledge and we look forward to catching up!

This week we will be continuing the conversation about Natural Farming and IMO 4 and 5. Questions covered will include: Is making IMO3 the only way to have IMO3? Is IMO3 required for IMO4? What's the use of IMO4 for? Are there different types of IMO4? Do you use more inputs when making IMO4? Is making IMO4 the only way to have IMO4? Hope you can join us LIVE at 9pm est right here on YOUTUBE

This week we get into foundational information of Jadam and Korean Natural Farming (KNF). Some questions covered this week: 1. What does IMO and EMO stand for? 2. Can you explain the IMO Levels (1-5) and explain their purpose? 3. Does Jadam have IMO Levels (1-5)? Some Resources in Tonights Show: 1. Better Understanding IMO 1-4 : https://www.ecofarmingdaily.com/build-soil/biological-inoculants-for-soil-health/ 2. The Entire Jadam Handbook Free : https://lafarrucanews.files.wordpress.com/2020/04/youngsang-cho-jadam-organic-farming_-the-way-to-ultra-low-cost-agriculture-jadam-2016-1.pdf

Every Friday at 9pm Est (8pm CST, 7pm MST) we go live from Michigan, Oklahoma and Colorado to discuss anything the community wants via a Question and Answer type forum. Join us live to ask questions about anything like: Natural farming inputs, bioactive reptile enclosures, bioactive substrates, building bioactive enclosures, isopods, living soil systems, no till organics, colored springtails, springtails, exotic springtails, tropical springtails, collembola, folsomia candida, rove beetles (dalotia coriaria), hypoaspsis miles (stratiolaelaps scimitus), oribatid mites, clean up crews, bioactive decomposers and so much more.

Every Friday at 9pm Est (8pm CST, 7pm MST) we go live from Michigan, Oklahoma and Colorado to discuss anything the community wants via a Question and Answer type forum. Join us live to ask questions about anything like: Natural farming inputs, bioactive reptile enclosures, bioactive substrates, building bioactive enclosures, isopods, living soil systems, no till organics, colored springtails, springtails, exotic springtails, tropical springtails, collembola, folsomia candida, rove beetles (dalotia coriaria), hypoaspsis miles (stratiolaelaps scimitus), oribatid mites, clean up crews, bioactive decomposers and so much more.

Today I interview Chris Trump, natural farmer and global teacher of natural farming.We talk through his expertise of making natural solutions for regenerating our soils, and how he shares this to help farmers go from conventional to natural.Check out his upcoming course in Ireland at KNF dairy, where you get to make and create juices, bacteria, and Liquid Indigenous Micro Organism among so much more! here is the link to the NOTS page for a discounted ticket - https://nots.ie/events/natural-farming-with-chris-trump-2024/Thanks to the Patrons for supporting this podcast, please consider a contribution via https://www.patreon.com/catchcait.Stay curious,Stay Earthing,Kate Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/adventures-with-kate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve aka Potent Ponics returns to GrowCast for a podcast all about FISH! Steve is a talented and knowledgeable cultivator with a vast amount of grow knowledge, but today we are returning to his roots of aquaponics to discuss one of the most fascinating cultivation styles on Earth. Steve talks about the easiest ways for home growers to incorporate an aquaponics setup- the only setup that produces meat protein! This turns to a conversation about simply incorporating some aquatic microbes even if you aren't an aquaponics grower- this means adding something like fish waste, aquarium water, or even creek/pond water under the right conditions. Steve also talks about the work he is doing with the Natural Farming AI Chat Bot, and how the bot has been shining when it comes to questions that pertain to specific geographic locations. If you want more content from Steve and Jordan, check out GrowCast Membership where he has hours of GCTV appearances. Blumat discount at Sustainable Village is BACK and code GROWCAST is live for 10% off Blu Mats for this month only GrowCast Membership Weekly Live Streams - Personal Garden Advice- 100s of HOURS of Bonus Content  - MEMBERS ONLY DISCOUNTS! Join the greatest community in cannabis! Code growcast15 now works with grow KITS from AC Infinity! www.acinfinity.com use promo code growcast15 for 10% off the BEST grow fans in the game, plus tents, pots, scissors, LED lights, and now REFILLABLE FILTERS!

OKCalyxx is back on the show! Today he is updating us on all his breeding projects, Gasoline Alley, and more! OKC gives us a sneak peek of his Beleaf collab, and talks about the variety of strains he is using from that lineup including lots of work with the Chimera. Calyxx takes us through his upcoming pollination menu and tells us about some of the delicious expressions he's experiencing from hunting through his current selection of phenos. He also gives an update on the Peach Dosi work that came from the GrowCast Community, and how it's going to make another appearance in this upcoming drop. We also tease some upcoming in person education that will be going down later this year- a hands-on farming class with OKCalyxx on his property! GrowCast Membership Weekly Live Streams - Personal Garden Advice- 100s of HOURS of Bonus Content  - MEMBERS ONLY DISCOUNTS! Join the greatest community in cannabis! GrowCast Seed Co If you are reading down this far... Go to Seed Co page, you may find a new drop live right now! *Rooted Leaf Carbon Based Nutrients - liquid organic nutrients with NO NEED to PH! Visit www.rootedleaf.com and use code GROWCAST for 20% off, just add to filtered water and watch the EXPLOSIVE growth!*

Today Stephen Raisner of Potent Ponics returns to TSPC to discuss more on natural farming and advanced aquaponics. We also dig into a new AI tool he helped create that instantly creates recipes for natural fertilizers based on your location … Continue reading →

The wave of cannabis patents ARE COMING! Today we have a brand new guest Caleb from Copyleft Cultivars- he joins us with mutual friend Steve Raisner to talk about the implications of patenting cannabis genetics. Copyleft explains his mission of open sourcing as many genetics as possible, while also building an open to anyone cannabis genome galaxy. Caleb highlights the difference between his project and other similar projects in the past- and how he is looking to reshape patent law both inside AND outside of cannabis. This leads to a conversation about patent trolls- people who engage in lawsuits around budding new industries and use lawsuits over intellectual property as extortion to get paid off. These groups are incredibly harmful to a variety of industries and cannabis is RIPE for this type of legal attack- which is why it's so important to open source our genetics. Caleb and Steve wrap the show by showcasing their new Natural Farming AI Bot that will produce answers and solutions to garden problems using natural farming inputs. GrowCast Membership Weekly Live Streams - Personal Garden Advice- 100s of HOURS of Bonus Content  - MEMBERS ONLY DISCOUNTS! Join the greatest community in cannabis! GrowCast Seed Co If you are reading down this far... Go to Seed Co page, you may find a new drop live right now! *Rooted Leaf Carbon Based Nutrients - liquid organic nutrients with NO NEED to PH! Visit www.rootedleaf.com and use code GROWCAST for 20% off, just add to filtered water and watch the EXPLOSIVE growth!*

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Dr. Surendra Dara brings over 25 years of experience to his work as an Oregon State University professor and director of NWREC, the North Willamette Research and Extension Center in Aurora, Oregon. In this podcast, we talk about integrated pest management (IPM) tactics growers can use to keep pests and diseases in check without getting to the point of spraying, even if the sprays are organic. We discuss controls as diverse as physical barriers, irrigation, nutrient management, biostimulants, biological soil amendments and more to develop sustainable agricultural solutions. Before moving to Oregon, he was based in California where he worked with strawberry and vegetable growers. Throughout his career, he has worked on numerous invasive and endemic species of arthropods and plant pathogens. His research and extension covered commodities such as alfalfa, cassava, cotton, small fruits, and vegetables serving agricultural communities locally, regionally, and internationally. Dr. Dara has authored/co-authored more than 400 scientific and extension articles, which include three co-edited books, four co-edited special issues of journals, 25 book chapters, and more than 50 peer-reviewed journal articles. He has extensive international outreach experience training farmers in Bangladesh, Guatemala, Haiti, Kosovo, Moldova, Mozambique, Myanmar, and Zimbabwe. Connect With Guest:Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/surendra-dara-7529778Website: https://agsci.oregonstate.edu/users/surendra-daraWebsite: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/people/surendra-daraWebsite: https://ucanr.edu/JEBWebsite: https://ucanr.edu/PestNews Podcast Sponsors:Huge thanks to our podcast sponsors as they make this podcast FREE to everyone with their generous support:If you're an experienced vegetable farmer, don't miss out on the 2024 Organic Vegetable Production Conference! In its 8th year, this conference fills that “expert-level” niche you're looking for. Farmer presenters share the nitty-gritty details of their production practices and also speak on a wide range of topics - from fertilizer injectors and pest management with beneficials, to seed saving and labor retention.With online sessions on January 25th and 26th and in-person sessions on February 2 and 3 in Madison, Wisconsin, you can plug in no matter where you are. Register today at https://dane.extension.wisc.edu/organic-vegetable-production-conference/#link Certified Naturally Grown - Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) offers peer-review certification to ecological farmers and beekeepers producing food, flowers, and fiber for their local communities. Demonstrate your commitment to sustainable growing practices with a certification that fits your farm's scale, budget, and community values. Learn more and apply at naturallygrown.org. BCS two-wheel tractors are designed and built in Italy where small-scale farming has been a way of life for generations. BCS has select tractors and attachments on sale now through the end of the year. Visit bcsamerica.com to find sale pricing and your nearest dealer. Local Line is the all-in-one sales platform for direct-market farms and food hubs of all sizes. Increase your sales and streamline your processes with features including e-commerce, inventory management, subscriptions, online payments, and more! Get 15% off marketing services and one premium feature for a year with the code Growing4market at https://hubs.la/Q02bpWQV0 Bootstrap Farmer - Bootstrap Farmer offers a complete range of growing supplies including heat mats, lighting, ground cover, frost blankets, silage tarps, irrigation, and trellising. They also make all-metal, all-inclusive greenhouse frames, constructed of steel made in the USA and fabricated in Texas. Their heavy-duty, Midwest-made propagation and microgreens trays will last for years and are available in a full spectrum of colors. For all that plus experienced support for everything they sell, check out Bootstrap Farmer. Vermont Compost Company - Vermont Compost Company - Each fall, Vermont Compost offers a prebuy program to incentivize ordering your spring soil before the snow flies. With Vermont Compost's prebuy program, you can receive 15% off on orders placed, paid for, and shipped by December 21st. Listeners of the Growing for Market podcast will receive an additional 5%, bringing the total discount to 20%. Visit vermontcompost.com/gfm for more details, or mention this podcast when you place your order. Subscribe To Our Magazine - FREE 28-Day Trial:Our Website: www.GrowingForMarket.com

We're back with Season 4 of the No-Till Flowers Podcast!  In this solo episode, host Jennie Love talks about regenerative spraying and how to boost the health of your crops with foliar feeding.  Learn about the phyllosphere and what easy homemade inputs you can use to reduce pests and diseases with weekly foliar sprays.   Mentioned in this episode:  Join the Regenerative Flower Farmers Network if you'd like to continue the conversation on this topic. Jennies on-demand short courses for fellow farmers:  Foliage for the Win Successful Flower CSAs and Subscriptions CREW: Hiring and Managing Woodies: Playing the Long Game Simple Steps to Better Marketing Regenerative Farming Cohort Tap into the above courses and resources any time you need.  These are available on-demand through the Regenerative Flower Farmers Network.  Current RFFN members shoud follow this link to access the Short Courses at the discounted member rate.      How to make WCA, a homemade calcium foliar feed. How to make LAB, a homemade input for boosting good biology in the phyllosphere My4Sons Backpack Sprayers Quorum Sensing TED Talk on YouTube   If you enjoyed this episode, you might also want to listen to:  Episode 15:  A Little Goes a Long Way in Regenerative Farming with Tony Gatez Episode 21: The Magical BRIX Number that Stops Pests with Dr. Tom Dykstra Episode 23:  Bokashi & Worm Farming with Matt Arthur Episode 30: JADAM Basics, Making JMS and Other Natural Inputs   Sign up for our newsletter so you'll be the first to know about special events and other opportunities.   Follow @notillflowers on Instagram for more content.  HAVE IDEAS AND FEEDBACK ABOUT THE PODCAST?  Share your opinions in this brief survey.   As always, if you appreciate this podcast and all the education it provides, please take a moment out of your day to rate and write a review for it on Apple Podcasts or wherever you are listening to it.  Thanks for tuning in!  

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Join Jay Blaze in this captivating video as he engages in a fascinating conversation with Logan, the founder of the Haile Selassie Institute of Natural Farming and Higher Education. Explore the institute's unique approach to sustainable farming and higher learning, offering online lectures through their YouTube channel and hands-on classes amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Hawaii. Immerse yourself in Logan's profound knowledge and passion for natural farming as he shares invaluable insights and techniques that promote ecological harmony and wholesome food production. Don't miss the chance to delve deeper into the world of the Haile Selassie Institute of Natural Farming and Higher Education by following them on Instagram @instituteofnaturalfarming or visiting their website at www.instituteofnaturalfarming.com

3rd Annual Virtual Aquaponic Cannabis Conference held on Jan 14 - 15th 2023 featuring speakers from around the world. Speakers Information: IG: @PotentPonics Twitter: @PotentPonics Want to Support more content like this? Check out APMJClass.com & ThePestClass.com

You're in for a treat in today's show. I'm excited to be joined by Dr. Ramkumar Kutty, one of the visionaries behind Vaidyagrama, an Ayurveda Healing Village. I've spent a lot of time there in rural India over the last ten years, and I've seen how this special place has evolved with a focus on creating an eco-village. His philosophy embodies the values of building a values-based cosmic business, which is what this podcast is all about. He shares insights about moving from ideation to skilled action and why people often get stuck in the wisdom-collection phase. Join us to learn more!Show Highlights:How Vaidyagrama has changed and grown over the last few years to align with traditional principles of sustainable living, community, and land managementWhy Vaidyagrama patients are taught to prepare herbal concoctions instead of taking them in pill/capsule formHow Dr. Ramkumar holds onto a shared vision of “we” and trusts the growth processWhy perfection is an obstacle to overcome on the journey to your visionWhy failures are necessary and beneficial to help us learn from our mistakesHow Dr. Ramkumar is intentional in bringing back the spiritual piece of Ayurveda in the healing journeyHow collaboration happens holistically at VaidyagramaHear Dr. Ramkumar's answers to rapid-fire questions about impactful advice, morning practices, and some of his favorite books to recommend. Resources and Links:Learn more about Vaidyagrama.Books mentioned by Dr. Ramkumar: Prakriti: Your Ayurvedic Constitution by Dr. Robert SvobodaSlow Death by Rubber Duck: The Secret Danger of Everyday Things by Rick Smith and Bruce LourieThe One-Straw Revolution: An Introduction to Natural Farming by Masanobu FukuokaIf you want to know more about Vaidyagrama, I'm hosting a limited retreat and planning session in November 2023. If you are interested, email me with the word “retreat” in the subject line, and I will connect with you and give you more information. Plan your 2023 schedule according to astrology! Get your copy of the 2023 Astrology Guidebook for my hand-picked lay-low and auspicious dates, all of the new and full moons and their placements, and more – and drop it right into your Google calendar. The bonus is that all profits go to two thoughtfully-chosen charities that are doing great things in the world!Join the Weave Your Bliss newsletter for exclusive Resonance Love Letters every Friday– sign up hereCheck out my FREE mini-course, The Planets, and Your Business: www.weaveyourbliss.com Are you a spiritual business owner?Join my free Facebook group: The Cosmic Business Salon

Host Jennie Love walks listeners through a clear and concise discussion of what natural farming is and how to begin making natural inputs like JADAM Microbial Solution (JMS).  If you've been intimidated by the host of natural inputs talked about in Korean Natural Farming (KNF) and JADAM, this is a great introduction that will demystify the process and get you started.   Mentioned in the episode:  Registration for the CREW virtual seminar to help you find and manage a great crew for the coming season.   The JADAM book The JADAM YouTube channel The Regenerative Flower Farmers Network where you'll find the transcript for this show and several related articles to making natural inputs for your regenerative farm (you must be a member to access it) If you enjoyed this show, you will also enjoy listening to these past episodes:  Episdoe 17: Exploring the Science Behind Natural Farm Inputs with Nigel Palmer Episode 15: A Little Goes A Long Way In Regenerative Flower Farming: KNF and JADAM with Tony Gaetz of Bare Mountain Farm   Please remember to rate and review this podcast!  Many thanks! 

Growing With Fishes Podcast. A podcast dedicated to growing aquaponics & cannabis and spreading information to the masses about sustainable plant production! Siam Soil & Canna Thai Youtube @siamsoil @cannathaiseeds IG: @siamsoil @cannathaiseeds Growing With Fishes Podcast Discord https://discord.gg/nqBf3bj Aquaponic Cannabis Master Class www.APMJClass.com or www.AP420.com Coupon Code: AP23 Marty's Channel APMeds https://www.youtube.com/user/mwaddell6901 IG: APMeds Steve Channel Potent Ponics https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRkqYlFzKpbCXreVKPYFlGg Facebook group Aquaponic Cannabis Growers https://www.facebook.com/groups/1510902559180077/ Potentponics.com Aquaponic Cannabis Nutrients https://www.APMJNutes.com True Aquaponic Nutrients https://trueaquaponics.com/?ref=zQK0Q Bokashi Earthworks https://www.bokashiearthworks.com/?wpam_id=3

The Soil Matters With Leighton Morrison and Dr. Av Singh Our channel, It's All About The Biology, is dedicated to growing with living soils. Soils that are full of biology like mother nature intended. Our motto is "However You Grow, Whatever You Grow, Just Grow," which encompasses everything from Natural Farming, Permaculture, Regenerative, Food Forest, Biodynamic, Living Soil, BioActive, Organic, No-Till, Jadam, KNF, and so much more. Whether you are a gardener, farmer, landscaper, or commercial grower, you will find a wealth of information shared by our hosts, The Soil Mentors: Dr. Av Singh and Leighton Morrison, who both have years of experience. The podcast invites guests to share their knowledge and expertise, as well. We have a heavy focus on the cannabis industry and growing quality medicinal cannabis, as this is the industry that we feel will bring growers together in the understanding that it's all about the biology and that living soils allow the plant, no matter what you grow, to achieve its full genetic potential. It is an industry that has been and is currently being studied and has strict testing regulations that monitor quality assurance. This gives the industry a greater understanding of what happens in growing plants using different types of inputs. It highlights the differences between naturally grown and grown with chemicals. In this episode, our two hosts meet, having heard about each other's careers, and finally get to truly interact with each other. Dr. Av Singh is from Nova Scotia, Canada, and Leighton Morrison is from California, U.S.A. In this and subsequent episodes, you will find that these two gentlemen compliment and respect each other's experience, knowledge, and understanding of growing in natural soils. The Soil Matters With Leighton Morrison and Dr. Av Singh Learn more about soils and how to improve your soil to create healthier plants with Leighton Morrison and Dr. Av Singh. #leightonmorrison,#avsingh,#livingsoil,#jadam⁠ ⁠#permaculture⁠ ⁠#naturalfertilizer⁠ Dr. Av Singh, PhD, PAg. https://www.linkedin.com/in/av-singh-... https://www.fs-cannabis.com/ https://growupconference.com/ For a full bio visit: https://growupconference.com/speakers... Leighton Morrison https://www.instagram.com/kingdomaqua... https://www.kingdomaquaponicsllc.com/ Ken Somerville Executive Producer https://www.instagram.com/kensomerville/ https://www.itsallaboutthebiology.ca Contact email itsallaboutthebiologytour@gmail.com Gifts to support the tour: https://www.givesendgo.com/G9AZD Reach out to Ken for a quick 15 min call: https://calendly.com/kensomerville/co... #caringsharingcommunity,itsallaboutthebiology,#labs,#koreannaturalfarming,#wca,#wcap,#ohn,#faa,#imo,#naturalfarming,#jadam,#naturalfertilizer,#naturalfarminginputs,#kensomerville,#itsallaboutthebiologytour,#naturalfarming,#permaculture,#regenerative,#foodforest,#biodynamic,#bioactive,#organic,#totill,#knf,

Consumers and some advocacy groups want more natural approaches to farming. But what is “natural farming”, anyway?

In this episode, we're joined by Brandon Rust, founder of Bokashi Earthworks and known for his extensive expertise in cannabis growing. Brandon's work walks the tight rope between understanding conventional agricultural practices and how to maximize yield and data tracking while also embracing many natural farming methods. Why is this balance important, and what does it look like?   Check out Brandon's incredible work on Instagram @Rust.Brandon and if you're looking to buy products from Bokashi Earthworks, visit: https://www.bokashiearthworks.com/?wpam_id=21 As of this episode drop, there is a 25% sale using the code BLACKFRIDAY   To support this podcast, join our patreon for early episode access at www.patreon.com/poorprolesalmanac

India for centuries has been known as an agricultural nation. The term “Organic Farming” was not a buzzword, it was a way of life. Every home also had its own produce!In Fact, even today if you go to the countryside, you will find this practice.However, we metro kids have had everything easy, except the quality of life. So, what is the “better life”? Let's find out on the premier episode of Being The Change Host Rohan Thakar is joined by actor Rajesh Kumar who is known for his amazing acting and his role as the most unforgettably legendary Roshesh Sarabhai on the television show Sarabhai V/S Sarabhai Just like millions of people, we are a fan of his acting, however, there's a lot more that he is doing! He has found another passion, which is Farming!He recently started a venture called Mera Family Farmer that helps people get fresh veggies delivered! In the episode Rajesh Kumar shares his understanding of farming and why just "Organic Farming" is not sufficient.As we progress, understand how "Natural Farming" is the need for the hour and what can we as individuals do to promote sustainability in farming.   Listen to new episodes One Week Early & Ad-Free on Apple Podcasts You can follow us and leave us feedback on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @eplogmedia, For partnerships/queries send you can send us an email at bonjour@eplog.media. If you like this show, please subscribe and leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts, so other people can find us. You can also find us on https://www.eplog.mediaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even if we'd like to think otherwise, people are closely linked to nature.  When nature suffers, in time we do too.  Understanding that our relationship with nature is out of balance, Patrick Lydon has committed to sharing how we might embrace natural systems for our own, and Mother Earth's, benefit.  In this episode, Jackson chats with Patrick— the writer behind CityAsNature.org and The Possible City Substack — about natural farming, pocket farms, community engagement, and using human waste to power our cities.  Topics Covered: Introduction to Patrick and His Career — (2:07)Problems Patrick Thinks Are Worth Solving — (3:40)The Principles of Natural Farming — (5:05) How Field Plowing Began — (7:44)Why Weeds And Insects Are Not Your Enemies — (9:02)How to Incentivize Natural Farming — (11:30)Cities and Natural Farming — (13:10)Pocket Farms — (15:50)How to Engage Communities — (18:37)Bomunsan Forest Protocols — (20:19)The Right of Way for Rivers and Allowing Nature to Curate — (23:45)Using Waste for Power — (25:32)Keep in Touch with Patrick — (28:41) Want to learn more about what new technologies are waiting to be released? Follow us on Twitter or join our Discord to find out what's in store for us and how we make use of Web3 in both digital and physical space. See you at the next Campfire

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Growing With Fishes Podcast. A podcast dedicated to growing aquaponic & cannabis and spreading information to the masses about sustainable plant production! Nigel Palmer https://www.nigel-palmer.com/ https://linktr.ee/nigelpalmer Chris Trump https://christrump.com/ Aquaponic Cannabis Conference 2022 Application https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8vP4ReNY8kqlbKolMnM9WuPFX_bq_VlIAws75AvlNyTVz6w/viewform Growing With Fishes Podcast Discord https://discord.gg/nqBf3bj Aquaponic Cannabis Clothing https://jellibomb.myshopify.com/collections/aquaponic-cannabis-conference-2020?fbclid=IwAR3P2ym57P0OXaAJHXozGLh8lQxxeE_SHwFiDYlLfTgYTW4lHnscLoew_7A Aquaponic Cannabis Master Class www.APMJClass.com or www.AP420.com Coupon Code: AP420 Marty's Channel APMeds https://www.youtube.com/user/mwaddell6901 IG: APMeds Steve Channel Potent Ponics https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRkqYlFzKpbCXreVKPYFlGg Facebook group Aquaponic Cannabis Growers https://www.facebook.com/groups/1510902559180077/ Potentponics.com Aquaponic Cannabis Nutrients https://www.APMJNutes.com True Aquaponic Nutrients https://trueaquaponics.com/?ref=zQK0Q

*Alexandria and Jordan are headed to DENVER CO and SAN DIEGO CA next! Come attend our Living Soil Masterclass WORLD CLASS EDUCATION- now accepting all payment methods... Next 3 people to sign up to these two classes get FREE SEEDS* We've got a brand new guest! Natural farming enthusiast, breeder, and creator of the prolific Weed Should Taste Good brand; Miles is on the program for the very first time! Miles and Jordan talk about their recent travels, and the grow scene in Colorado. Miles shares the story of what brought him into the world of cannabis, and how he conceived the Weed Should Taste Good Brand. This leads to a conversation about breeding, and Miles discusses his philosophy and goal with his breeding work. He extrapolates on his hit cross Mesa Cookies, emphasizing it's complex flavor and hard hitting high which has led it to become a crowd favorite. Miles wraps up the show by talking about heirloom genetics, and where you can find him and his classes as he continues to educate and teach Korean Natural Farming practices. *Code growcast15 now works with grow KITS from AC Infinity! www.acinfinity.com use promo code growcast15 for 15% off the BEST grow fans in the game, plus tents, pots, scissors, LED lights, and now GROW KITS!* *PROUD NEW PARTNERS: Pulse Grow Room Monitors, industry leader in grow room data and monitoring! Visit www.pulsegrow.com and grab their Pulse One or Pulse Plus to UPLEVEL your grow room tracking! Receive alerts, analyze data, and improve your garden with data driven strategies!* *Rain Science Grow Bags the BEST grow containers around! Use code GROWCAST to save 10% today on pots, beds, cones and more! Simply the BEST containers!*

Visit Our Sponsor: Foraged.Market This episode begins with a history lesson on Natural Farming and the work of Masanobu Fukuoka and leads into a conversation comparing and contrasting that method and his ideas to Permaculture, delivered in the voice and words of someone who was present in both movements from their earliest days, the late Larry Korn. Resources The One-Straw Revolution The One-Straw Revolutionary Tending the Wild by M. Kat Anderson

Logan Silsley of the Institute of Natural Farming joins us to talk about organic farming and the steps you can take to grow your own food. Logan practices Rastafarianism and took the time to break down the principles of the religion and its origins in Jamaica in the 1930's and the connection to Ethiopia's Haile Selassie. Stay Connected!!! https://instituteofnaturalfarming.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnf4_VR1AhyEn24JYQrv2eg/featured Instagram: @instituteofnaturalfarming The Airey Bros. IG @aireybros / https://www.instagram.com/aireybros/ https://www.blacksheependurance.com/podcast Premium Content : AB/DC Programming / B-Role & Mix Tapes / Accountability Coaching https://www.patreon.com/AireyBros Value for Value https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=BHCAKFGH6TNF2

Logan Silsley of the Institute of Natural Farming joins us to talk about organic farming and the steps you can take to grow your own food. Logan practices Rastafarianism and took the time to break down the principles of the religion and its origins in Jamaica in the 1930's and the connection to Ethiopia's Haile Selassie. Stay Connected!!! https://instituteofnaturalfarming.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnf4_VR1AhyEn24JYQrv2eg/featured Instagram: @instituteofnaturalfarming The Airey Bros. IG @aireybros / https://www.instagram.com/aireybros/ https://www.blacksheependurance.com/podcast Premium Content : AB/DC Programming / B-Role & Mix Tapes / Accountability Coaching https://www.patreon.com/AireyBros Value for Value https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=BHCAKFGH6TNF2

Find Logan & his institute here: Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnf4_VR1AhyEn24JYQrv2eg/videos Instagram: @instituteofnaturalfarming Website: https://instituteofnaturalfarming.com/   SUPPORT THIS SHOW: https://bit.ly/supportheshow   Drop me your email to stay in touch!: https://koji.to/robedward

In this episode, host Jennie Love is joined by Dr. Tom Dykstra, an entomologist with over 25 years of experience in academic and field research. Predominantly, he has studied insect olfaction (how insects smell) from the standpoint of bioelectromagnetics and has proven a new theory based on the fusion of biophysics and neurophysiology.  Dr. Dykstra has long been involved in the field of agriculture and pest control.  He brings a unique perspective to the table that flies in the face of conventional agriculture's penchant for liberally applying pesticides.  Turns out pesticides kill far more than the pests -- but we regenerative farmers already knew that, right?  Still, it's great to hear a lauded scientist explain why pesticides are the undoing of healthy plants.   In this episode, we go into more detail about BRIX and how this easy measurement can be so meaningful to pest management.  Through all his years of research with myriad crops and pests, Dr. Dykstra has found a magical BRIX number where, once that threshold has been reached, pests will not be a problem anymore!  Listen in to learn what that number is! In this episode, a few links are mention.  Here they are for easy reference:  - Previous interview with Dr. Dykstra on the Regenerative Agriculture Podcast wtih John Kempf - The refactometer model Jennie uses at her farm to take BRIX readings.  - The Wikipedia article on bioelectromagnetics for those who are curious to have a brief intro to the idea.  A SPECIAL NOTE ABOUT THE EDITING OF THIS EPISODE:  We're so grateful to Dr. Dykstra for sharing all his nerdy knowledge.  That being said, he did get super nerdy for a bit early on in this interview.  Like super duper nerdy!  We thought we'd loose a lot of you in the weeds if we started the episode with that.  So you'll be jumping into the middle of the interview when you start listening to this episode.  Keep listening alllll the way to the end to hear a lot of detail about how Dr. Dykstra has determined insects "smell".   Dr. Dykstra currently works as a consultant for Advancing Eco Ag if you'd like to pick his brain more.   This show is brought to you by the Regenerative Flower Farmers Network (RFFN).  Your membership in RFFN will go to support the making of more podcasts here on No-Till Flowers. Join RFFN today to read dozens of great articles on regenerative practices as they specifically relate to flower farming.   On RFFN, you'll find a more information about regenerative practices for pest control and a nerdy community to talk more about BRIX.     PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW this show wherever you are getting it.  It really helps us grow!  Sign up for our newsletter so you'll be the first to know about special events and opportunities.   Follow @notillflowers on Instagram for more content.  Thanks for tuning in!  

World renowned Korean Natural Farming expert and friend of GrowCast Chris Trump returns to the show for an all new episode about a variety of advanced gardening subjects. Chris gives us an update on all his recent travels including his participation in the recent Science of Regenerative Cannabis Cultivation Conference tour. This leads to a conversation about how his overarching views on natural farming has shifted over the years, and Chris extrapolates on the importance of proper micro organism balance to achieve any means of real success in natural farming. Chris also shares his thoughts on molasses- specifically when used in the brewing of compost tea. Chris explains why he doesn't like to use molasses in his brews, and also shares why he prefers liquid sea bed derived humic acids over solid humic acid products. *The healthiest coffee I've ever found. Lab tested, mold and pesticide free, roasted for maximum antioxidants. No one comes close to Purity. www.puritycoffee.com code: GROWCAST for 20% off... Say NO to coffee mids!* *Proud partner of FOOP Nutrients! Certified organic nutrients, clone gel and more! Visit www.foopcanna.com and use code growcast15 for 15% off- try the FOOP sweetener and experience the amazing flavor! * *Proud partners of Rimrock Analytical, fast and easy sex testing! Use code growcast for free shipping on your tests, easy and fast collection process, cull your male seedlings! Visit www.rimrockanalytical.com and use code growcast for free shipping!*

In this episode we're drawing more highlights from our annual NOFA/Mass Winter Conference that happened remotely in January 2022. First we join Natural Farmer, Marco Thomas for an introduction to the Natural Farming technique of collecting of Indigenous Micro Organisms (IMOs).  Then, we join Richard Robinson of Hopestill Farm for a deep dive into mulching, and his impassioned reasons for using leaves as mulch as possible.  Marco Thomas is a natural farmer in Central Virginia, and is the founder of Microbes by Marco producing small batch craft inputs for soils. His work is focused on building soil and cultivating microorganisms to enhance his own garden and urban farm and he is guided by the principles, “Do as nature does.” and “Focus on the natural way.”  Richard Robinson began organic gardening over 40 years ago and became a serious farmer in 2004. He grows certified organic vegetables, small fruits, and Christmas trees at Hopestill Farm in Sherborn, MA. Richard has also a member of the NOFA/Mass Board of Directors since 2017. You can find Marco Thomas at MicrobesbyMarco.com  and on Instagram at: marco_is_growing More information on Richard Robinson and Hopestill Farm can be found at Hopestill.com To find more information on the Northeast Organic Farming Association chapter in your state please visit us at NOFA.org For additional information on upcoming workshops, articles and NOFA/Mass project updates, please follow our NOFA/Mass Facebook page and join our mailing list. NOFAmass.org Music by Matt Jatkola https://mattjatkola.com/ https://mattjatkola.bandcamp.com/ https://jatk.bandcamp.com/ Music by Jason Valcourt https://www.jasonvalcourt.com/ JV on YouTube NOFA Podcast produced and edited by Jason Valcourt

Video episodes are now available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/AutoflowerPodcast Happy New Year to you all! Welcome new Patreon members Steve, Brooke, J. Lane, Jason, Victor, Kory, Green Wolf, Jon & Jeff! We have a special guest this episode. Marco, aka @marco_is_growing on Instagram. He also has another account on Instagram called @cannabis_naturally. He co-hosts The Bryan & Marco Show on the Future Cannabis Project YouTube channel with Bryan, who I'd also love to have on the podcast at some point. Marco is a well respected teacher and source of knowledge when it comes to natural farming and he's going to give us a peak into his gardening world. We don't dive too deep, but deep enough to catch the interest of those who wish to find ways to grow fully organic for very little cost. If you haven't noticed, things have been shifting among the collective of society over the last couple of years and many folks, including myself, find themselves hitting the reset button on what they do for a living… or are struggling to make ends meet. Others are simply drawn to the idea of a DIY approach. I'm one of those people as well. I do my own electrical, build my own sheds, make my own beard balm, build my own fences & gates & work on my own truck unless it's crazy. The point is there are a lot of us out there who desire to learn organic natural farming techniques and in my opinion, Marco is one of the best to look up to. He's an old soul with a lot of knowledge and very little ego, and I like that. Enjoy! Follow Marco: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco_is_growing/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cannabis_naturally/ The Bryan & Marco Show: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT5P3dC2MwFsmnddC9OiLwo7WIgIyvsWM Future Cannabis Project: https://www.youtube.com/c/FutureCannabisProject DISCOUNT CODES: AutoPot USA - use code AFpodcast to save 10% at https://www.autopot-usa.com/ AC Infinity - use code AFpodcast to save 15% at https://www.acinfinity.com/ Nature's Living Soil - use code AutoflowerPodcast15 to save 15% at https://www.natureslivingsoil.com/ MERCH IS AVAILABLE! Visit the link below to shop! http://autoflowerpodcast.com/shop-merch/ Support the Podcast on Patreon Get early access to episodes, FREE TESTER SEEDS & other perks! https://www.patreon.com/autoflowerpodcast Questions/Comments? Email me at AutoflowerPodcast@gmail.com Connect on Social Media YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AutoflowerPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autoflowerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/autoflowerpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Autoflower-Podcast My personal grow account: https://www.instagram.com/tourettegrower/ My personal YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TouretteGrower Website: www.AutoflowerPodcast.com Credits: Intro/outro music: “Win City” from https://www.zapsplat.com. Soundbytes: Donald Trump, Jeff Sessions, Reefer Madness, Bill Hicks, Jim Morrison. Remixed by Chad Dulaney.

Video episodes are now available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/AutoflowerPodcast Big shoutout to the newest Patreon member, Marc! Welcome bro! On this episode we're chatting with Brandon who goes by AutoflowerAK on Instagram. He is an autoflower cannabis home grower in Alaska who is an avid supporter of DIY soil, compost and anything organic. He's also pretty knowledgeable when it comes to KNF (Korean Natural Farming). We skim the surface of some natural farming inputs he makes at home (for almost no cost) and chat a lot about soil, super soil, the amendments needed for the Coot's mix recipe, and organics in general. Light one up and join us for a chill conversation about growing! Follow AutoflowerAK on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/autoflowerak/ MERCH IS AVAILABLE! Visit the link below to shop! http://autoflowerpodcast.com/shop-merch/ Support the Podcast on Patreon Get early access to episodes, FREE TESTER SEEDS & other perks! https://www.patreon.com/autoflowerpodcast Questions/Comments? Email me at AutoflowerPodcast@gmail.com Connect on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autoflowerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/autoflowerpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Autoflower-Podcast My personal grow account: https://www.instagram.com/tourettegrower/ My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TouretteGrower Website: www.AutoflowerPodcast.com Credits: Intro/outro music: “Win City” from https://www.zapsplat.com. Soundbytes: Donald Trump, Jeff Sessions, Reefer Madness, Bill Hicks, Jim Morrison. Remixed by Chad Dulaney.