Podcasts about regenerative farmer

What does it take to build a thriving farm business while raising a family and stewarding the land for the next generation? Today on the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Kyle Becker, owner of Becker Farms in Moorland, Indiana. Since 2007, Kyle and his wife, Emily, have grown their farm from a small freezer beef operation into a diversified livestock farm offering beef, pork, chicken, turkey, eggs, and local milk. In addition to running the farm, Kyle works as a food animal veterinarian, serving dairy and beef farms across Indiana and Ohio. With a deep focus on soil health, responsible stewardship, and producing nutrient-dense food, the Beckers are committed to providing safe, high-quality products to their community. Tune in to hear how Kyle balances farming, veterinary work, and family life — and why soil health is at the root of it all.   In This Episode, You'll Hear:  Farm beginnings: Kyle shares the story behind Becker Farms and their mission to raise safe, healthy meats [1:32] Land and livestock: How they manage their acreage and raise multiple animal proteins [11:50] USDA challenges: Kyle's perspective on the regulatory hurdles farmers face [18:53] Indiana regulations: The specific rules that impact their farm operations [27:52] Bird flu impacts: How Becker Farms navigated the challenges of avian influenza outbreaks [28:38] Turkey production: What raising and marketing turkeys looks like on their farm [36:34] Marketing strategies: How Becker Farms connects with customers through farmers markets and online sales [39:56] Words of wisdom: Kyle's advice for beginning farmers and lessons learned along the way [49:53] Don't miss this episode if you're curious about building a diversified livestock operation and creating a meaningful connection with your community through high-quality, local food! Connect with Becker Farms:

On ABC Talkback Gardening, Sophie Thomson and Deb Tribe were joined by Chris Day, a Regenerative Farmer & Edible Landscaper who discussed summer fruit tree pruning in South Australia and took your calls.

Andy Cato is a musician and regenerative agriculture advocate, best known as one-half of the electronic music duo “Groove Armada.” After reading about the environmental problems caused by industrial food systems, Andy sold his music publishing rights, purchased a depleted farm in southwestern France, and embarked on a journey to restore its health through trial, error, and regenerative techniques. Today, Andy is the co-founder of Wild Farmed and a prominent voice in sustainable agriculture. Wild Farmed connects a network of farmers through transparent, traceable supply chains, enabling consumers to make ethical food choices that support biodiversity and soil health. The initiative demonstrates that ecological stewardship and high-quality food production can thrive together, aiming to reshape the future of the food system. In this discussion, John and Andy discuss: Andy's journey to regenerative agriculture  Challenges farming with degraded soils Incorporating multi-species cover crops, companion planting, and roll crimping The creation and mission of Wild Farmed The importance of connection and collaboration in regenerative agriculture Additional Resources: To learn more about Wild Farmed, please visit: https://wildfarmed.com/ About John Kempf John Kempf is the founder of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA). A top expert in biological and regenerative farming, John founded AEA in 2006 to help fellow farmers by providing the education, tools, and strategies that will have a global effect on the food supply and those who grow it. Through intense study and the knowledge gleaned from many industry leaders, John is building a comprehensive systems-based approach to plant nutrition – a system solidly based on the sciences of plant physiology, mineral nutrition, and soil microbiology. Support For This Show & Helping You Grow Since 2006, AEA has been on a mission to help growers become more resilient, efficient, and profitable with regenerative agriculture.  AEA works directly with growers to apply its unique line of liquid mineral crop nutrition products and biological inoculants. Informed by cutting-edge plant and soil data-gathering techniques, AEA's science-based programs empower farm operations to meet the crop quality markers that matter the most. AEA has created real and lasting change on millions of acres with its products and data-driven services by working hand-in-hand with growers to produce healthier soil, stronger crops, and higher profits. Beyond working on the ground with growers, AEA leads in regenerative agriculture media and education, producing and distributing the popular and highly-regarded Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, inspiring webinars, and other educational content that serve as go-to resources for growers worldwide.   Learn more about AEA's regenerative programs and products: https://www.advancingecoag.com  

A new episode of the Walking the Land with a Regenerative Farmer to explore the journey of Andres Jara, a regenerative farmer who has turned a mere 0.4-hectare plot outside Amsterdam into a vibrant market garden De Stadsgroenteboer. Andres shares his innovative farming practices that support an 650 people weekly and how the farm not only thrives on biodiversity, but also champions a unique trust-based market stand model, overcoming challenges like sourcing organic materials from abroad. De Stadsgroenteboer market garden is really pushing the boundaries of what success means financially, quality of life, quality of products, and of course the health of the soil.We explore Andres' vision of making regenerative agriculture accessible to a wider audience, including diverse communities such as Turkish families seeking unique produce. From humble beginnings with basic setups to cultivating plants from seed and improving operations with self-made compost, Andres and his team have navigated the complexities of soil management and no-tillage practices. While we walk through the farm, Andres shows exciting projects like the development of an outdoor kitchen space aimed at enhancing culinary education, giving aspiring chefs a firsthand experience with a variety of plants and flowers and deepening their understanding of ingredients from garden to table.Finally, we focus on the broader themes of financial growth and ecosystem development in sustainable agriculture. Andres discusses the economic viability of regenerative farming, highlighting how strategic collaborations with local businesses have helped create a thriving community. You'll hear about innovative strategies, such as encouraging birds of prey to manage pests and using edible flowers to attract pollinators, which enhance both the environmental and economic aspects of the farm. Through Andres's insights, we are invited to consider a more harmonious relationship with the environment, emphasizing the need for a shift in financial paradigms to support the next generation of farmers. ---------------------------------------------------Join our Gumroad community, discover the tiers and benefits on www.gumroad.com/investinginregenag. Support our work:Share itGive a 5-star ratingBuy us a coffee… or a meal! www.Ko-fi.com/regenerativeagriculture----------------------------------------------------More about this episode on https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/andres-jara.Find our video course on https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/course.----------------Thoughts? Ideas? Questions? Send us a message!https://foodhub.nl/en/opleidingen/your-path-forward-in-regenerative-food-and-agriculture/ https://www.landalive.co.uk/ Find out more about our Generation-Re investment syndicate:https://gen-re.land/Support the showFeedback, ideas, suggestions? - Twitter @KoenvanSeijen - Get in touch www.investinginregenerativeagriculture.comJoin our newsletter on www.eepurl.com/cxU33P! Support the showThanks for listening and sharing!

“Despite all our accomplishments, we owe our existence to a six-inch layer of topsoil and the fact that it rains.” – Paul Harvey Claire Mackenzie and Colin Ramsay are the visionary filmmakers behind the independent, British documentary, "Six Inches of Soil", that is pioneering conversations about the future of farming and the environment not just in Britain, but around the world. Their film follows three young British farmers who are working to restore soil health and promote biodiversity in response to the environmental challenges posed by industrial farming practices. Recorded in January this year, Claire and Colin share their journey from concept to screen and how their film is sparking discussions across the country, bringing attention the importance of soil not just as the foundation of agriculture but as a natural solution for our fight against climate change, particularly in storing carbon and water retention. Watch Six Inches of Soil now: Vimeo: https://sixinchesofsoil.vhx.tv/   Prime: https://amzn.to/3YgExpU Two of the farmers featured in this film have already been on this podcast. Listen to their episodes here: Anna Jackson - City Photographer to Regenerative Farmer: https://spoti.fi/3tKgZ1c Adrienne Gordon - The Organic Market Garden Set Up From Scratch: https://spoti.fi/4f8yhXM Mentioned in the Podcast: Dirt To Soil by Gabe Brown: https://chelseagreen.co.uk/book/dirt-to-soil/ Groundswell - ⁠https://groundswellag.com/⁠ Adrienne Gordon's Sweetpea Market Garden - ⁠https://sweetpeamarketgarden.co.uk/⁠ Cambridge Organic - ⁠https://cambridgeorganic.co.uk/⁠ Hodmedod's. Pulses, Grains, Seeds and Flour from British Farms - ⁠https://hodmedods.co.uk/⁠ Riverfood - ⁠https://www.riverford.co.uk/⁠ Get Fair About Farming campaign has now changed to: https://www.sustainweb.org/news/sep24-farmers-against-farmwashing-campaign/ Marina O'Connell features in this film and was mentioned. Sadly, since this recording, Marina passed away: ⁠https://www.apricotcentre.co.uk/in-memoriam-marina⁠ Get in contact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tombryanyeah/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/greatbritishadventurespodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@tombryanyeah⁠⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:17 It's all about the soil 06:12 Claire's connection to where food comes from 09:15 Seeing the comparison between healthy and unhealthy soil 12:56 The problem with industrial farming 19:06 The current system is wrong, not the farmers 21:22 The nature of soils in the UK 24:30 What Regenerative Agriculture is 27:36 Buzzwords and Greenwashing 35:03 The benefits to farmers 39:03 The three stories chosen in the film 43:53 Anna and her family's regenerative farm 46:04 Adrienne's organic market garden, Sweetpea 53:37 Ben's regeneratively farmed cattle 59:24 The problem with meat 01:02:38 Big Industry's influence 01:11:10 Labelling of food 01:16:31 The benefits of healthy soil 01:22:11 The erosion of UK soil 01:24:55 Marina O'Connell's casestudy 01:26:47 Working out what to fit in the final film 01:35:34 Funding and teaming the film 01:42:04 Enjoying the distribution journey

According to Dr Kristine Nichols, a soil microbiologist and regenerative agriculture expert, of the 900 million arable acres in the U.S., only about 1.5% is being farmed regeneratively. Yet, this continues to change, despite consolidation of farms, the majority of foods on this continent are still grown by small farmers. Regenerative is our future and also our past, as Indigenous peoples have long cared for this Earth, knowing it is our inheritance and responsibility. We owe a debt to how they have cared for the land through their culture, lifeways and connection to Mother Earth. Our guest from earlier this year, Gabe Brown, Regenerative Farmer and Rancher out of North Dakota, and a Partner in Understanding Ag [https://understandingag.com] and the Soil Health Academy [https://soilhealthacademy.org/] is a leading voice reminding us to return to tend the land as stewards, relatives, and children born of the land. Regenerative farming promotes soil health, restores the water cycle, increases biodiversity and the holistic health of the ecosystem. Aligning with regenerative farms, and creating beyond sustainable local food systems, requires us to shift to a consciousness of caring for the Earth as Indigenous peoples have done since time immemorial. Understanding and undertaking this personally and collectively is key to the continuance of life. It all begins with the soil, whether we are talking about food security and sovereignty, climate change or the need to heal ourselves and the soil, so that all life from microbes to insects to plants, animals, and humans can thrive together. It is not a hierarchy but a circle and cycle of care that we must urgently attend to for future generations. Gabe Brown joins us now to share his journey and how we can collectively contribute to an abundant future with regenerative farming. For an extended interview and other benefits, become an EcoJustice Radio patron at https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio Featured Video: Understanding Ag: https://youtu.be/9yPjoh9YJMk?si=aclF95oje6IFq6EY Gabe Brown is one of the pioneers of the current soil health movement which focuses on the regeneration of our resources. Gabe and his wife and son operate Brown's Ranch [https://brownsranch.us/], a diversified 5,000 acre farm and ranch near Bismarck, North Dakota. Gabe was named one of the twenty-five most influential agricultural leaders in the United States and is also the author of the book, “Dirt to Soil, One Family's Journey Into Regenerative Agriculture.” He is a partner in Understanding Ag [https://understandingag.com] and an instructor for Soil Health Academy [https://soilhealthacademy.org/], which focuses on teaching others the power and importance of healthy functioning ecosystems. Carry Kim, Co-Host of EcoJustice Radio. An advocate for ecosystem restoration, Indigenous lifeways, and a new humanity born of connection and compassion, she is a long-time volunteer for SoCal350, member of Ecosystem Restoration Camps, and a co-founder of the Soil Sponge Collective, a grassroots community organization dedicated to big and small scale regeneration of Mother Earth. Podcast Website: http://ecojusticeradio.org/ Podcast Blog: https://www.wilderutopia.com/category/ecojustice-radio/ Support the Podcast: Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LBGXTRM292TFC&source=url Executive Producer and Intro: Jack Eidt Hosted by Carry Kim Engineer and Original Music: Blake Quake Beats Episode 209 Photo credit: Gabe Brown

When I think about my guest on the show, I think of personal leadership, commitment, and making a difference. She inspires me on at least two, possibly three, counts because she is an athlete, a novelist, and a regenerative farmer. I recognise a fellow polymath. As an only child, Jeanne Blasberg spent a lot of time alone. Her parents gave her a lot of independence, and she credits this time with igniting her love for storytelling and nurturing her creativity. To this day, she can juggle and close up magic.    Heading college, she went for the humanities, with American Studies, so you would never have guessed she would end up on Wall Street as a baby banker. That means the grunt worker for the banking industry. It has served her well in writing, her work in nonprofits, and now, her work at the regenerative farm. Banking in the 1980s was volatile, so it was worth taking when a job opportunity came up in the same city as her husband's career move. Sinsinattie was a bit of a jump from New York, but her timing was good, as the bank that she left was taken over and effectively closed. The new job was a challenge, but opened opportunities.     After her first child, the family moved back to Boston. The skills she gained from that job led to writing case studies for Harvard Business School. Now a full-time Mum, she competed in athletics, Worked in non-profits, and held the Chair of US Squash. Somewhere in that list, she found the time to read and explore her creativity in writing groups, and the ideas for her first novel arrived.   That book was published in 2017 and called “Eden” and followed in 2019 by “The Nine” This is a lovely conversation with a woman who is a polymath. She can turn her attention to anything and make it happen. She is a deep thinker and has many tools for living a good life. We cover all of the usual questions, including why, when most people are looking to retire, she and her husband have effectively gone back to school to learn how to work the land. However, she is clearly passionate about wellness, the food system, and the healing aspect of nature because it inspires her writing. Just 18 months back, they bought a 420-acre regenerative farm in SW Wisconsin called Flynn Creek Farm.   In April this year, she released her third novel, DAUGHTER OF A PROMISE; she co-chairs the Boston Book Festival and serves on the Executive Committee of GrubStreet, a preeminent creative writing centre in Boston.  Of course, she is the CEO of Flynn Creek Farm.           Further details about this podcast along with my Guest's website and social links are all available at: https://lifepassionandbusiness.com/jeanne-blasberg-author-and-regenerative-farmer/     Life Passion & Business is dedicated to exploring what it takes to be Extraordinary, to face challenges and rejoice in the opportunities they bring, and expand our vision into new ways of thinking and living. There is a lot to gain from listening to other people's stories, however the real work begins by taking action in your own life. For full details of Events, Resources and Services visit: www.lifepassionandbusiness.com     Support For Podcasters: Running a podcast is fun, but it takes time and dedication. Whenever you enjoy a podcast please share your appreciation with comments, likes, shares and reviews. It helps other listeners find good content and supports the content creators and their guests. Another way you can support the Life Passion & Business podcast is with small donations: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeandpassion  

What if you could turn a dry, water-scarce plot of land into a thriving ecosystem? In this new episode of Walking the Land with a Regenerative Farmer we follow the journey of Felipe Pasini, as we explore his transformative work on the Amadeo farm in Depressa, Salento, Puglia.  Through syntropic farming - also known as syntropic agroforestry or successional agroforestry -, a set of principles and practices created by the Swiss researcher and farmer Ernst Götsch, Felipe and his partner Dayana Andrade are bringing a revolutionary approach to intensive agricultural production adapted for the Mediterranean climate. Felipe shares a detailed design featuring strategically spaced tree lines and aromatic plants like sage and rosemary that create a self-sustaining ecosystem. We also talk about the critical role of pruning in syntropic agroforestry and how mechanization can be harmoniously integrated into these complex systems as well as how to maximize biomass production and minimize water dependency, even in the most challenging environments. We also delve into the long-term benefits of regenerative agriculture over conventional methods. Felipe provides real-life examples of increased biomass and faster timber growth, illustrating the transformative power of proper land management. We explore multilayer agroforestry design principles and the potential role of AI in sustainable farm management. Finally, Felipe gives an inside look at innovative olive farming techniques that promise to revolutionize the industry. This episode is also available in video format on Youtube.---------------------------------------------------Join our Gumroad community, discover the tiers and benefits on www.gumroad.com/investinginregenag. Support our work:Share itGive a 5-star ratingBuy us a coffee… or a meal! www.Ko-fi.com/regenerativeagriculture----------------------------------------------------More about this episode on https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/felipe-pasini-2.Find our video course on https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/course.----------------------------------------------------The above references an opinion and is for information and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be investment advice. Seek a duly licensed professional for investment advice.Thoughts? Ideas? Questions? Send us a message!https://foodhub.nl/en/opleidingen/your-path-forward-in-regenerative-food-and-agriculture/ Find out more about our Generation-Re investment syndicate:https://gen-re.land/ https://www.freshventures.eu/https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/2023/02/21/bart-van-der-zande-2/https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/2024/03/22/chris-bloomfield-daniel-reisman/Support the Show.Feedback, ideas, suggestions? - Twitter @KoenvanSeijen - Get in touch www.investinginregenerativeagriculture.comJoin our newsletter on www.eepurl.com/cxU33P! Support the showThanks for listening and sharing!

In this week's episode of the Deep Seed podcast, I'm excited to welcome Jeroen Klompe, a pioneering regenerative farmer who has dedicated the last decade to revolutionizing his farming practices and enhancing soil health.

A conversation with the regenerative farmer and entrepreneur Fausto Araújo. Alongside his partner Maria Pussig, Fausto has spent the last five years transforming his family's estate, Quinta do Pinheiro, in Guimarães, Portugal, into a pioneering lab of what it looks like to produce food more wisely. Together we explore Fausto's story of becoming. What is syntropic farming and how it differs from mainstream agriculture. Some of the challenges and learnings of managing a farm. And, among much more, how Fausto feels about our collective future. To learn more about, visit or volunteer at the farm PinusSintropico click here. To book accommodation at the Quinta do Pinheiro click here. To learn more about the syntropic farming method developed by Ernst Götsch click here. Credits: Creator, Writer & Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlota Guedes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music Audio Producer & Editor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Sierra⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you liked this episode, please consider sharing it with someone you think might appreciate it. That's the easiest way to support the show :) Subscribe to our newsletter and contribute to the Waking Youth Project ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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Does a farm run by its workers affect its success and how it operates? In this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael talks with Hannah Breckbill, who helped start Humble Hands Harvest. This organic farm in Northeast Iowa is run by its workers. Now in her 12th year, Hannah and her team practice no-till farming, showing their dedication to sustainable food and supporting the local community. Listen in to find out how Hannah runs this community-focused, worker-owned farm. You'll hear: How Hannah got started in sustainable agriculture 1:00 About Humble Hands' journey to owning land  5:01 What Certified Organic means to Hannah 8:51 About what the help on the farm is like as a worker-owned farm 11:06 More about the biggest challenges Humble Hands faces with their business model 18:37 About what kind of education/encouragement they offer the queer farming community 29:38 What Hannah's advice is for beginning farmers 31:43 About the Guest: Hannah is starting her 12th season with Humble Hands Harvest, a worker-owned vegetable farm growing food for the people of Decorah, Iowa. She holds a vision of a cooperative food web that regenerates rural livelihood as well as soil and ecosystems. She launched the Queer Farmer Convergence in 2018 and loves to be gathered on the land with fellow farmers and land stewards. Resources: Website - https://humblehandsharvest.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/humblehandsharvest Facebook - facebook.com/humblehandsharvest   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! At our Growing Farmers store, planting season is in full swing! A treasure trove of plant starts and cuttings await. Our team is shipping everything from elderberry and willow cuttings to strawberry starts and potato slips.  So if you've been eyeing that sunny spot by the fence or considering how to fill that quiet corner of your yard, look not further. Visit shop.growingfarmers.com today for the first step towards a greener, more fruitful farmstead or garden.

Jacob Wolki and his namesake Wolki Farm describes itself as the connector between the conscientious consumer and quality produce. Its safe to say that Jacob and his family have been on quite the journey over the last decades, brought about initially by Jacob's health and  taking over the counter medications focussed on treating symptoms as opposed to curing whatever it was that wrong with him. Becoming obsessed only to then realise he was finding answers but then having more questions, Jacob came to the conclusion at every point of his journey that "good food is a key to healing a broken body".Jacob now has a multi farm business, rearing grass fed animals working with the land, rather than against it. His business is guided by the 5 pillars of "Wolki Farm"; Animal WelfareEnvironmental BackboneHealing FoodBuilding CommunityProfit.Additional to the farming operations Jacob has an unstaffed butchery - that is open 24/7 for whenever customers need it. The butchery allows Wolki's operation to now start shipping its meat around the far ends of the country and allows consumers to obtain his "old school produce with a new school approach".In this chat with Jacob we explore all the facets of his business, his motivation, his belief that the current food system is compromised and how he is leading the charge in farming a better way.  

This is a special episode, the first one ever of the Walking the Land with a Regenerative Farmer, where we walk the land of the farm with a farmer while we talk about regeneration. [On Youtube you can find a video version of this same conversation!]Walking through Iside Farm on the Iseo Lake in Italy, with regenerative farmer Matteo Mazzola, we unlock the secrets of regenerative agriculture as we traverse the innovative landscapes crafted by Matteo, Paola and the Iside crew. We embark on a profound exploration of sustainable farming, showcasing Matteo's expertise in farm design, water systems, and the integration of olive trees and animals into the land. Learn how access ways are more than just paths across a farm; they're a vital component in the flow of energy and resources, helping to prevent erosion with concrete strips and alfalfa, and offering additional crop space. Matteo's wisdom extends to the creative reuse of shipping containers, illustrating a commitment to terraforming that marries functionality with environmental stewardship.At Iside they don't just farm: they are crafting ecosystems where water management is an art and conservation a priority. The episode reveals an inventive water system where ponds atop container roofs serve a triple purpose: roofing, water storage, and purification. From aquaponics to sweet water mollusks, Matteo's methods for quality food production are a testament to his ingenious approach to agriculture. Hear about the noble efforts to combat drought in the Alps and the techniques that are breathing life into arid terrains, transforming them into lush waterscapes.Our discussion further delves into the future of Iside Farm, the power of education, and the importance of distinguishing between consumers and customers when it comes to environmental responsibility. Matteo shares his vision about the synergy of beauty and function in landscapes, a reminder of the transformative potential that regenerative agriculture holds for creating more sustainable and inviting ecosystems.---------------------------------------------------Join our Gumroad community, discover the tiers and benefits on www.gumroad.com/investinginregenag. Support our work:Share itGive a 5-star ratingBuy us a coffee… or a meal! www.Ko-fi.com/regenerativeagriculture----------------------------------------------------More about this episode on https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/matteo-mazzola-2.Find our video course on https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/course.----------------------------------------------------The above references an opinion and is for information and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be investment advice. Seek a duly licensed professional for investment adhttps://foodhub.nl/en/opleidingen/your-path-forward-in-regenerative-food-and-agriculture/Support the showFeedback, ideas, suggestions? - Twitter @KoenvanSeijen - Get in touch www.investinginregenerativeagriculture.comJoin our newsletter on www.eepurl.com/cxU33P! Support the showThanks for listening and sharing!

How does the health of soil directly impact global hunger solutions? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Abram J. Bicksler, Ph.D., who is President and CEO of ECHO, a global Christian organization focused on empowering the undernourished through sustainable hunger solutions. With over 15 years of international experience, Abram leads the charge to help foster sustainable agricultural practices and holistic missions worldwide. Tune in to hear how Abram leads ECHO to help small farmers thrive around the world! You'll hear: How Abram got started in his career 1:02 More about Abram's time working with government agencies  3:49 About some of the problems facing small farmers around the world 13:02 How ECHO helps farmers maintain organic matter in their soil 23:53 More about how ECHO provides pertinent information to people regarding conventional fertilizers 35:02 About the Guest: Abram J. Bicksler, Ph.D., is the President/CEO of ECHO, a global Christian technical resourcing and networking organization based in Fort Myers, Florida. He is responsible for leading the overall global programs and operations of the organization in order to help it achieve its vision of honoring God by empowering the undernourished with sustainable hunger solutions.  With more than 15 years of international experience, including five years as Director of ECHO's Asia Regional Impact Center from 2013-2018, Bicksler most recently served as an Agricultural Officer in the agroecology team at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Rome, Italy. He is passionate about holistic mission and empowering people to use their gifts, skills, education and experiences to bring healing to people and the creation. Resources: Website - www.echonet.org Website - www.echocommunity.org Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/echofightshunger/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ECHOFightsHunger   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! At our Growing Farmers store, planting season is in full swing! A treasure trove of plant starts and cuttings await. Our team is shipping everything from elderberry and willow cuttings to strawberry starts and potato slips.  So if you've been eyeing that sunny spot by the fence or considering how to fill that quiet corner of your yard, look not further. Visit shop.growingfarmers.com today for the first step towards a greener, more fruitful farmstead or garden.

How can SEO transform your farm's online visibility? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Julia Bocchese, a SEO Consultant for agriculture and horticulture businesses and founder of Homegrown Reach. With a deep passion for supporting local agriculture, Julia focuses on making businesses easily discoverable to their ideal customers through tailored optimization strategies. Tune in to hear how you can utilize SEO to reach more farm customers. You'll hear: About what SEO is 2:19 How you should showcase your images 8:46 Whether people should use AI to generate their ad copy 13:34 More on what platforms Julia recommends 14:35 What specific SEO services Julia offers 19:12 What Julia's advice is for someone who wants to dive into SEO 22:38 About the Guest: Julia Bocchese is an SEO Consultant for agriculture and horticulture businesses at Homegrown Reach and is the first SEO professor at Drexel University. Her goal is to make SEO strategies approachable and easy to implement for all small businesses so they can reach their customers organically and help their business bloom.  She lives in Philadelphia with her family and, on the side, she's working on revitalizing their previously neglected garden, runs a travel photography site, and experiments with spicy recipes in the kitchen. Resources: Website - https://homegrownreach.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/homegrownreach   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! At our Growing Farmers store, planting season is in full swing! A treasure trove of plant starts and cuttings await. Our team is shipping everything from elderberry and willow cuttings to strawberry starts and potato slips.  So if you've been eyeing that sunny spot by the fence or considering how to fill that quiet corner of your yard, look not further. Visit shop.growingfarmers.com today for the first step towards a greener, more fruitful farmstead or garden.

How can small farms compete in a wholesale market dominated by large agricultural businesses? On this episode, Michael is joined by Cole Mazariegos-Anastassiou who co-runs Brisa Ranch in California's Pescadero area. Together with his farm partners, their farm offers a variety of crops grown regeneratively on ecologically rich farmland for mainly local wholesale distribution.  Tune in to hear how Cole's farm is successfully geared to wholesalers than direct to consumer. You'll hear: About where Brisa Ranch is located 0:56 More about how they make their deliveries 3:16 What a typical week on the farm is like 5:22 About the soil fertility on the farm 8:35 More about their two irrigation systems they have 16:13 About the other owners and the kind of crew they maintain 24:50 What the biggest challenge has been since Brisa Ranch started  35:37 About the Guest: Cole Mazariegos-Anastassiou, along with Cristóbal Cruz Hernández and Verónica Mazariegos-Anastassiou, co-own Brisa Ranch which grows a diverse range of crops (nearly 40 different crops) on over 30 acres. About 95% of their sales are B2B, selling directly to a range of grocery stores, school districts, universities, hospitals, corporate kitchens, food banks, etc. Beyond being certified organic, they are certified with Real Organic Project to differentiate their soil-focused growing practices. Resources: Website - www.brisaranch.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brisaranch Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/brisaranch   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! Unlock the potential of elderberry farming with Growing Farmers! Elderberries, thriving even on marginal land, offer a lucrative opportunity for entrepreneurs. Not just the berries, but also sticks, flowers, and leaves are in demand, diversifying income streams.  With initial investments as low as $12.75 for cuttings, the path to a profitable agribusiness is within reach. This resilient crop can be your gateway to tapping into a growing market for health-conscious consumers.  Start your elderberry venture today and cultivate success. For more details, visit shop.growingfarmers.com.  

Judi Nelson is the owner of Sol Spirit, an award winning cannabis farm and retreat in Northern California, the famed Emerald Triangle area, where you can spend a few days enjoying delicious farm to table meals, tour their regenerative cannabis and food gardens, and commune with nature, while enjoying all the comforts of home in their luxurious accommodations.Joyce met Judi in Vegas at the Feminine Forward Talks, where Judi also shared the beautiful flower she grows. On today's show Judi shares her unique and inspirational canna journey, explains the amazing retreats she is offering this summer, and talks about why she is so grateful to finally be able to speak openly about the cannabis plant.Joyce also gives a shout out to an event being held in her hometown of Cambridge, MA on Tuesday, March 19th  at a lovely  restaurant, Urban Hearth, in collaboration with The Green Lady dispensay, a MA based, woman owned, black owned cannabis dispensary in Nantucket and Newton Center. It is a multi-course educational and inspirational evening hosted by the mother-daughter team of Nicole and Clea Campbell of The Green Lady who, like us, are trying to change how people perceive cannabis and raise awareness about the different ways cannabis can help heal our bodies and minds.Culture Corner: The Alexei Navalny HBO/CNN documentary – titled NAVALNY – to gain a little more insight into the man whose death last week has garnered international attention and condemnation, it follows him after his first poisoning and his recovery in Germany and his decision to return to Russia.Topics Discussed(1:10) Welcome(1:40) Urban Hearth and The Green Lady Dinner March 19, 2024(3:30) The Culture Corner: NAVALNY(7:02) John Oliver and Clarence Thomas(8:12) The Hemp Guitar Campaign(9:10) Judi Nelson Introduction(10:13) Musical Theater(11:00) Journey to Northern California(14:08) Finding Love at Grateful Dead(16:00) Operation Pipedreams(16:54) Feminine Forward Talks(17:25) Sol Spirit Flower(18:09) Child Safe Packaging(19:00) Compostable Packaging(19:52) Audio Intro(21:26) Good Stuff in Cannabis – Transparency and Education(23:10) The Canna Mom Retreat(24:11) Glamping at Sol Spirit(26:40) August 8 – 11 – Mom Retreat(29:38) CODE $50: Cannamom Show(30:08) The Emerald Triangle Tour(31:12) The Inn of the Lost Coast(33:15) Humboldt Cannabis Tours(34:55) Family Stories(36:10) Canna Mom Stories(37:20) Regenerative Farming(39:50) Terroir(40:16) Cannabis Appellations(42:50) Connect with Judi at Sol SpiritOrder on Nabiswww.solspiritfarm.comwww.solspiritretreats.comfollow me on linkedinThe Canna Mom Show wants to thank:Josh Lamkin and Bella Jaffe for writing and performing TCMS theme music and Fortuna Design for creating TCMS website and Sugar Leaf Creative for marketing and social media.   

According to Dr Kristine Nichols, a soil microbiologist and regenerative agriculture expert, of the 900 million arable acres in the U.S., only about 1.5% is being farmed regeneratively. Yet, this continues to change, despite consolidation of farms, the majority of foods on this continent are still grown by small farmers. Regenerative is our future and also our past, as Indigenous peoples have long cared for this Earth, knowing it is our inheritance and responsibility. We owe a debt to how they have cared for the land through their culture, lifeways and connection to Mother Earth. Our guest today, Gabe Brown, Regenerative Farmer and Rancher out of North Dakota, and a Partner in Understanding Ag [https://understandingag.com] and the Soil Health Academy [https://soilhealthacademy.org/] is a leading voice reminding us to return to tend the land as stewards, relatives, and children born of the land. Regenerative farming promotes soil health, restores the water cycle, increases biodiversity and the holistic health of the ecosystem. Aligning with regenerative farms, and creating beyond sustainable local food systems, requires us to shift to a consciousness of caring for the Earth as Indigenous peoples have done since time immemorial. Understanding and undertaking this personally and collectively is key to the continuance of life. It all begins with the soil, whether we are talking about food security and sovereignty, climate change or the need to heal ourselves and the soil, so that all life from microbes to insects to plants, animals, and humans can thrive together. It is not a hierarchy but a circle and cycle of care that we must urgently attend to for future generations. Gabe Brown joins us now to share his journey and how we can collectively contribute to an abundant future with regenerative farming. For an extended interview and other benefits, become an EcoJustice Radio patron at https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio Featured Video: Understanding Ag: https://youtu.be/9yPjoh9YJMk?si=aclF95oje6IFq6EY Gabe Brown is one of the pioneers of the current soil health movement which focuses on the regeneration of our resources. Gabe and his wife and son operate Brown's Ranch [https://brownsranch.us/], a diversified 5,000 acre farm and ranch near Bismarck, North Dakota. Gabe was named one of the twenty-five most influential agricultural leaders in the United States and is also the author of the book, “Dirt to Soil, One Family's Journey Into Regenerative Agriculture.” He is a partner in Understanding Ag [https://understandingag.com] and an instructor for Soil Health Academy [https://soilhealthacademy.org/], which focuses on teaching others the power and importance of healthy functioning ecosystems. Carry Kim, Co-Host of EcoJustice Radio. An advocate for ecosystem restoration, Indigenous lifeways, and a new humanity born of connection and compassion, she is a long-time volunteer for SoCal350, member of Ecosystem Restoration Camps, and a co-founder of the Soil Sponge Collective, a grassroots community organization dedicated to big and small scale regeneration of Mother Earth. Podcast Website: http://ecojusticeradio.org/ Podcast Blog: https://www.wilderutopia.com/category/ecojustice-radio/ Support the Podcast: Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LBGXTRM292TFC&source=url Executive Producer and Intro: Jack Eidt Hosted by Carry Kim Engineer and Original Music: Blake Quake Beats Episode 209

“I think our approach is: making it better–improving the land every time we have a chance.  We are benefited by the sweetness of the maple, right? So, that's a source of sweetness for us and for the people to come after us. And hopefully the pawpaws will be. One of these days, somebody can enjoy that fruit. Yeah.”  This week on the show we explore what it can look like to have a vision for your land that extends beyond yourself and even your family. We speak with Larry Gillen and Helen Vasquez about their decision to gift their farm to a tribal college.  And Josephine McRobbie visits with a Regenerative Farmer building soil in the sandhills of North Carolina with the help of some four-legged(and winged) “teammates.” 

“I think our approach is: making it better–improving the land every time we have a chance.  We are benefited by the sweetness of the maple, right? So, that's a source of sweetness for us and for the people to come after us. And hopefully the pawpaws will be. One of these days, somebody can enjoy that fruit. Yeah.”  This week on the show we explore what it can look like to have a vision for your land that extends beyond yourself and even your family. We speak with Larry Gillen and Helen Vasquez about their decision to gift their farm to a tribal college.  And Josephine McRobbie visits with a Regenerative Farmer building soil in the sandhills of North Carolina with the help of some four-legged(and winged) “teammates.” 

How does your local climate influence your agricultural decisions?  On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Jodi Roebuck who is the trailblazing market gardener and mentor at Roebuck Farm in Taranaki, New Zealand.  With over two decades of experience, Jodi guides fellow growers toward more economically viable farming practices, embodying his belief that when environmental and financial health go hand in hand, true sustainability is achieved. Tune in to hear all about farming in windy and wet New Zealand!    You'll hear:  What farming is like in New Zealand 1:55 How Jodi got started in farming 3:43 What a high-wind hoop house/greenhouse looks like 12:02 About what a typical day looks like on Jodi's farm 20:53 What Jodi's thought process was leading up to the big greenhouse project 28:29 What key principles Roebuck Farm follows to sustain their success 39:17 More on what the next years hold for Roebuck Farm 45:19 What would Jodi do differently given the opportunity to start over 47:50 About the Guest:  Jodi Roebuck is a world-renowned contemporary market gardener with 20+ years experience in sustainable growing and coaches the essentials of a profitable market garden business. Jodi's philosophy is clear: true sustainability must also be profitable. He firmly believes that being “green” is only achievable if you're not “in the red,” emphasizing the importance of economic viability in sustainable agriculture. Resources:  Website - https://www.roebuckfarm.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jodiroebuck/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RoebuckFarmPodcast Mentioned: The Profitable Mini Farm   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor!   Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement that provides an add-on certification held by over 1,000 certified organic, family-owned operations across North America. Real Organic Project strives to uplift farms working within the spirit, not just the letter, of organic principles. Real Organic certified farmers use practices that are centered around the foundational organic principles of soil-based crop production and pasture-based livestock agriculture. To remain accessible to all types of farmers, Real Organic Project fundraises year round to keep this certification available at no cost to farmers. You can apply today at realorganicproject.org/thrivingfarmer.

What unique challenges and rewards come with chestnut farming? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Brad Russell of Chestnuts in the Ozarks in Omaha, Arkansas. Brad's lifelong respect for nature along with his dedication to sustainable agriculture has guided him and his wife, Sandy, to revive and sustain the long-forgotten legacy of chestnut farming in the United States.  Tune in to hear all about Chestnuts in the Ozarks and the world of chestnut farming! You'll hear: How Brad got started in chestnuts 0:49 What varieties of chestnuts does Brad's farm work with 8:13 About the care methods for chestnut trees 12:29 How someone who wants to plant chestnut trees would need to plan 14:03 About which insects people should watch out for 18:19 About what bare roots trees typically cost 22:31 How you can learn more about Chestnuts in the Ozarks 27:37 About the Guest: In the picturesque countryside of the Ozarks in Omaha, Arkansas, Brad and Sandy Russell discovered their farm's purpose in the age-old tradition of chestnut farming where Chestnuts in the Ozarks was born. Brad grew up with a profound respect for nature and an unwavering passion for sustainable agriculture. Brad and Sandy's journey in the world of chestnut farming would become a testament to their love for each other, the earth, and their deep connection to their farm. It has become their determination to sustain an age-old legacy that has been long forgotten here in the United States.  Resources:  Website - https://www.chestnutsintheozarks.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chestnutsozark/ Facebook - Chestnuts in the Ozarks   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor!   Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement that provides an add-on certification held by over 1,000 certified organic, family-owned operations across North America. Real Organic Project strives to uplift farms working within the spirit, not just the letter, of organic principles. Real Organic certified farmers use practices that are centered around the foundational organic principles of soil-based crop production and pasture-based livestock agriculture. To remain accessible to all types of farmers, Real Organic Project fundraises year round to keep this certification available at no cost to farmers. You can apply today at realorganicproject.org/thrivingfarmer.  

An Amish Farmer named John Kempf is the founder of Advancing Eco Ag a regenerative farming company that sells biological strategies and products that are often scoffed at by large scale industrial farming. His techniques are cutting edge and yet are discovered in the books that Kempf reads at his local library.Kempf discusses his Amish faith, economics and some of the reasons that modern civilization feels so isolated. His discussion with Vance ranges from religion to raising children and agriculture.Advancing Eco Ag is currently running a community fundraising round: https://wefunder.com/advancingecoagWebsite: https://johnkempf.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRApdrU3BA0Pzo6MNWTD2jgKindHarvest: https://kindharvest.ag/members/john-kempf/profile/-Book a Legacy Interview | https://legacyinterviews.com/ —A Legacy Interview is a two-hour recorded interview with you and a host that can be watched now and viewed in the future. It is a recording of what you experienced, the lessons you learned and the family values you want passed down. We will interview you or a loved one, capturing the sound of their voice, wisdom and a sense of who they are. These recorded conversations will be private, reserved only for the people that you want to share it with.

Join Dan Oostenbrink and Aaron Pete on a journey into sustainable farming, exploring the intersection of biodiversity, soil health, and community-driven agriculture for a healthier world.Dan Oostenbrink, co-operator of The Local Harvest Market, combines his educational background with a passion for regenerative farming, producing a diverse range of crops using no-till methods. His decade-long journey in organic gardening is driven by a commitment to healthy soils, nutrient-dense foods, and the belief in building resilient communities through sustainable agriculture.mosaic: Exploring Jewish Issuesmosaic is Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County's news magazine show, exploring Jewish...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com

Growing up, Anna Jackson was encouraged by her farming parents to leave the family farm and get a proper job. And she soon found herself working as a busy photographer in London and all over the world. But when Covid hit, her work immediately dried up and she was forced to move back home to the very farm she grew up on. Initially having no interest in farming, Anna's life changed when she was given the responsibility of rearing an orphaned lamb, Timmy. And when she found out her dad had been transitioning to regenerative farming, her interest in farming as a career blossomed. Anna's life took a new direction and she is now a regenerative farmer in Lincolnshire. In this episode, we discuss Anna's transition from city life to rural farmer, how regenerative farming works, why we should wear more wool, the importance of diversity, not only on the fields, but also in the farming business, her involvement in the recent 6 Inches of soil documentary, the challenges she faces being a female farmer, and her thoughts on the plant based diet. Follow Anna: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmerannajackson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annaracheljackson/ Pink Pig Farm: https://www.pinkpigfarm.co.uk/ Mentioned in the Podcast TheRunnerBeans: https://www.instagram.com/therunnerbeans/ Midnight Runners: https://www.instagram.com/midnightrunnerslondon/ Dirt to Soil by Gabe Brown: https://www.waterstones.com/book/dirt-to-soil/gabe-brown/9781603587631 Groundswell: https://groundswellag.com/ Farm Carbon Toolkit: https://farmcarbontoolkit.org.uk/ Regen Consultant Ben Taylor-Davies https://www.regenben.com/ Woven Beyond: https://wovenbeyond.com/ Six Inches of Soil: https://www.sixinchesofsoil.org/ Riverfood: https://www.riverford.co.uk/ Future Food Movement: https://futurefoodmovement.com/ Environmental Farmers Group: https://www.environmentalfarmersgroup.co.uk/ Get in contact: IG: https://www.instagram.com/tombryanyeah/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/greatbritishadventurespodcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@greatbritishadventures

Do you take the time to reflect on the past year of your farm?    On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by his wife, Savannah. Together, they chat about how this past year went at their farm in Ohio called The Farm on Central. From building a farm store to strawberries and sourdough, they share the up's and down's of 2023. Tune in to hear about this Year in Review and how they are taking the lessons they learned into the New Year. You'll hear: Why they started The Farm on Central 1:01 About what all has changed with their store this year 5:19 What they've been doing with sourdough bread 11:35 About how they did their hiring and team management 15:17 An update on their farm's soil and water 24:47 What is currently going on with their wellness line 29:52 An update on some new land they recently leased 39:35 About the Guest: Michael & Savannah Kilpatrick are farmers and educators in Carlisle, Ohio. Together they run The Farm on Central, where they pursue their passion of providing fresh and local food to the community. In addition to co-running the farm, Savannah teaches cooking, canning, and baking classes from her kitchen. Meanwhile, Michael is also the founder of Growing Farmers and the Thriving Farmer Online Summits and is dedicated to providing educational resources for farmers. Together, they reach a community of over 60,000 farmers, homesteaders, and families!   Resources:  Website - https://farmoncentral.com/ Crowdfunding Page - https://farmoncentral.com/crowdfunding/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/farmoncentral/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/farmoncentral And if you want to keep the conversation going, join us in our Facebook Group to connect with us and other farmers looking to grow their business!   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! Explore new revenue opportunities with Harvest Hosts! List your farm and connect with a community of more than 250,000 RVers eager to support small businesses! You only need to provide space for at least one RVer to stay overnight. In exchange, the RVers will patronize your farm. No hook-ups or RV services required! Ready to add 15K+ in extra revenue with minimal time investment? Visit us at Harvest Hosts.com today!  

What lessons can Southern gardeners learn from Melissa Smith's experience with dahlias?  On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Melissa Smith of Fraylick Farm who is a passionate gardener, dahlia enthusiast, and experienced flower farmer. As a Clemson certified Master Gardener and a self-taught expert in the art of cut flower cultivation, Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep love for nurturing beauty in every bloom.  Tune in to hear how Melissa markets her flower farm and her passion for dahlias.  You'll hear:  How Melissa got started with growing flowers 0:56 What Fraylick Farm's marketing looks like 7:30 How does their wholesale model work 11:30 About Melissa's criteria for covering versus not covering the flower buds 32:36 How much fertilizer farmers should use on dahlias 43:06 What Melissa's advice is for someone looking to get started in flower farming 49:47 About Melissa's favorite farming tool 54:01 About the Guest: Melissa Smith is a seasoned gardener and farmer, renowned for her deep love for dahlias and an impressive array of cut flowers. With a gardening journey rooted in the South, Melissa has honed her skills to navigate the challenges of Southern horticulture, turning her dreams of lush, bountiful gardens into a vibrant reality. A Clemson certified Master Gardener, she embodies a hands-on, learn-by-doing approach to flower farming, dedicating her time to thinking, planning, and growing an extensive variety of blooms.  Resources: Website - www.fraylick.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/FraylickFarmsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/flwrtherapy/   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! MyDigitalFarmer.com was created by CSA farmer and marketing specialist Corinna Bench to help farmers learn the marketing fundamentals — so you can stop feeling uncertain, frustrated, guilty, or inadequate when it comes to selling your products. In the My Digital Farmer podcast, you'll be exposed to the fundamentals of marketing theory and practice so you can apply them to your own farm and business. She'll cover marketing funnels, copywriting, website messaging, CSA marketing, lead generation, brand building, social media, customer retention, Facebook ads, sales pages, Facebook groups, YouTube, Instagram, email marketing, and stellar customer service. She also interviews other farmers to find out what's working (and not working) in farm marketing so you can feel more confident in your ability to convert leads, increase sales, and build a strong brand for your farm. Subscribe to her show at https://www.mydigitalfarmer.com/podcast  

On this episode, we speak with Mollie Engelhart, Executive Chef at Sage Plant Based Bistro & Brewery and owner of Sow a Heart Regenerative Farm and Sovereignty Ranch. Mollie speaks about how her passion for the environment spurred her interest in the regenerative movement and the difficulties that come along with fighting for a better planet.  Thank you for listening. You can learn more about Acres U.S.A. at www.AcresUSA.com.

Ever thought about shifting your farm to a U-Pick model?  On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is diving into the world of agritourism with Megan Neubauer of Pure Land Farm located in McKinney, Texas. Megan literally wrote the book on pick-your-own farming and her farming journey offers invaluable insights into transforming local agriculture into a profitable, community-driven experience. Tune in to hear about Megan's thriving U-Pick operation and her new book!   You'll hear: How Megan got into farming 0:52 What led Megan to shift her farm to Upick 4:52 What the average customer expects when participating in U-pick 10:37 How their crops are priced 11:42 About how they package their berries for U-Pick customers 15:08 What software Megan uses for booking 21:23 About how they deal with “problem people” 25:00 About their marketing focus 30:19 What Megan's advice is for newer farmers or farmers looking to change things up 38:04   About the Guest: Megan Neubauer is a farmer in North Texas. She graduated with a BS in Biology from Boston University in 2004 and after several years working in biotech and scientific research, Megan and her father created Pure Land Farm in McKinney, TX in 2012. Pure Land Farm uses regenerative growing methods on three acres of thornless blackberries and two acres of diversified fruits and vegetables, exclusively marketing their products using agritourism. Her new book on Pick-Your-Own-Farming releases December 4th, 2023.    Resources: Website - www.purelandorganic.com Megan's Book - Pick-Your-Own Farming - available NOW Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PureLandFarm Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purelandfarm TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@purelandfarm     The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! MyDigitalFarmer.com was created by CSA farmer and marketing specialist Corinna Bench to help farmers learn the marketing fundamentals — so you can stop feeling uncertain, frustrated, guilty, or inadequate when it comes to selling your products. In the My Digital Farmer podcast, you'll be exposed to the fundamentals of marketing theory and practice so you can apply them to your own farm and business. She'll cover marketing funnels, copywriting, website messaging, CSA marketing, lead generation, brand building, social media, customer retention, Facebook ads, sales pages, Facebook groups, YouTube, Instagram, email marketing, and stellar customer service. She also interviews other farmers to find out what's working (and not working) in farm marketing so you can feel more confident in your ability to convert leads, increase sales, and build a strong brand for your farm. Subscribe to her show at https://www.mydigitalfarmer.com/podcast  

What challenges and opportunities arise when starting a farm and retail venture from scratch? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Jacob Towe of Jubilee Farms in Pauline, South Carolina. After helping with his family's Christmas tree farm from an early age, Jacob launched his own regenerative farm as well as a local grocery store focused on real food and farm-to-table connections.   Tune in to hear how Jacob boot-strapped his way into a successful farm life!   In this episode, you'll hear… How Jacob got started in regenerative farming 0:55 What his biggest takeaways were from his time at Polyface Farm 3:11 What kind of farmland Jubilee Farm has 9:16 More about the farm's grocery store 10:45 What Jacob would do differently given the opportunity to start over 24:21 About their store's customers and what they purchase most 31:08 What Jacob's advice is for newer farmers 32:45   About the Guest: Jacob Towe is the owner of Jubilee Farms and co-owner of Farmfare Grocery in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. He has been involved in agriculture from an early age helping with his grandfather's Christmas tree farm and later getting his own chickens. After a summer at Polyface in 2017 he launched Jubilee Farms as a first generation livestock farmer. Recently he opened his first retail location named Farmfare in partnership with his mother Paula.  Resources: Website - Jubileefarmssc.comFarm's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jubileefarmssc/ Store's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FarmfareLocalGrocery/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jubilee_farms_sc/   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! MyDigitalFarmer.com was created by CSA farmer and marketing specialist Corinna Bench to help farmers learn the marketing fundamentals — so you can stop feeling uncertain, frustrated, guilty, or inadequate when it comes to selling your products. In the My Digital Farmer podcast, you'll be exposed to the fundamentals of marketing theory and practice so you can apply them to your own farm and business. She'll cover marketing funnels, copywriting, website messaging, CSA marketing, lead generation, brand building, social media, customer retention, Facebook ads, sales pages, Facebook groups, YouTube, Instagram, email marketing, and stellar customer service. She also interviews other farmers to find out what's working (and not working) in farm marketing so you can feel more confident in your ability to convert leads, increase sales, and build a strong brand for your farm. Subscribe to her show at https://www.mydigitalfarmer.com/podcast  

Can “regenerative filmmaking” help with our current agricultural challenges? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Josh and Rebecca Tickell who are the filmmakers of the recently released documentary Common Ground. This highly anticipated follow-up to their first film Kiss the Ground is an urgent call to action and offers a plan for how we can save the future, heal our climate, and fix our broken food system – all through regenerative agriculture. Tune in to hear about their journey with “regenerative filmmaking”.  In this episode, you'll hear… What got Rebecca and Josh into “regenerative filmmaking” 1:14 How they realized Kiss the Ground had become such a hit 3:22 About the impacts conventional farming has made on the earth and our health 14:35 How they refused to have the movie censored in any way 21:15 About the project called 100 Million Acres 27:46 What did they learn the most from the making of Common Ground 31:42   About the Guest: Josh and Rebecca Tickell are Sundance Award-Winning filmmakers of the recent documentary Common Ground, a follow-up to their highly acclaimed documentary Kiss the Ground. Their production company, Big Picture Ranch, creates content that changes the global narrative around important environmental issues. They've won the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival with their first film FUEL, premiered their oil spill documentary THE BIG FIX as an official selection at Cannes, and are launching their first scripted feature film, HEARTLAND soon. Resources: Film Website - https://commongroundfilm.org/Host a Screening on your Farm! 100 Million Acres: A Common Ground Project Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/commongroundfilm/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/commongroundthefilm/ The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! MyDigitalFarmer.com was created by CSA farmer and marketing specialist Corinna Bench to help farmers learn the marketing fundamentals — so you can stop feeling uncertain, frustrated, guilty, or inadequate when it comes to selling your products.  In the My Digital Farmer podcast, you'll be exposed to the fundamentals of marketing theory and practice so you can apply them to your own farm and business. She'll cover marketing funnels, copywriting, website messaging, CSA marketing, lead generation, brand building, social media, customer retention, Facebook ads, sales pages, Facebook groups, YouTube, Instagram, email marketing, and stellar customer service. She also interviews other farmers to find out what's working (and not working) in farm marketing so you can feel more confident in your ability to convert leads, increase sales, and build a strong brand for your farm. Subscribe to her show at https://bit.ly/mydigitalfarmer.  

How do you keep productivity up on your farm? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by John Arbuckle of Singing Pastures Farm. Along with a network of farm partners, John and his family raise heritage breed pigs in the grassy fields of coastal Maine. Hear more about the day-to-day operations and decisions behind this sustainable farm and the uniqueness of their Roam Sticks.. Tune in as we explore their shift from traditional pork production to a product-centric system.   In this episode, you'll hear… What John's farming journey was like growing up 2:34 About the transition from pork to snack sticks 9:26 How they set their farm up to be a product-centric system 13:26 About the big system farm changes to help alleviate John's workload 17:26 More on where the pork get processed 23:23 What a typical day on the farm is like for John 25:15 John's advice for new farmers 34:24 About the farm's distribution 41:43 What makes Singing Pastures' Roam Sticks different from other meat sticks 42:44 What is John's favorite tool on the farm? 48:09   About the Guest: John Arbuckle, of Singing Pastures Farm is a 9th generation farmer. Along with a network of farm partners, John and his family raise heritage breed pigs in the grassy fields of coastal Maine where they are changing the food system from the ground up.  Singing Pastures is a 9th generation farm family focusing on creating the mostly unique and delicious snacks out there! We raise pigs on pasture in ways that create nutrient dense meat, heal ecosystems and nurture wildlife.   Resources:   Website -  https://singingpastures.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/singingpastures/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/singingpastures/     The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor! Conservation organizations play an important role in supporting local farms and food efforts nationwide. In the heart of the Ozarks, this land trust is taking land access for farmers one step further where they are offering affordable stable leases.  Through the NWA Food Systems Initiative, NWALT is offering underserved farmers the opportunity to sublease certain designated tracts of farmland on a dedicated property to help support sustainable farming practices in Northwest Arkansas. The Farmland Lease Program is available to beginning and experienced farmers who are interested in fruit and/or vegetable production. Approved applicants will have access to water and electric utility infrastructure, shared access to farm equipment and harvesting facilities with neighboring participant farmers. In addition, farmers accepted into the program will have access to education, training, and other resources to help them succeed. You can learn more about the program and the farm location in this podcast or contact 479-966-4666. Information is online at www.nwafarmlink.org.

What happens when we shift our mindset from individualism to community? This week, we explore this concept with Regenerative Farmer Daniel Salatin, who shares insightful observations on the profound power of community, especially in business. Salatin's approach challenges us to consider potential competitors as future partners, and demonstrates how mutual support can transform our growth both personally and in business. He brings alive the concept of interdependence and the strength of community through lessons we can learn from regenerative farming.In our conversation, we also discuss the interconnectedness of all living organisms within an ecosystem and how this can be applied to create a robust and thriving business. Salatin emphasizes the importance of outsourcing, collaboration, and sharing knowledge openly and generously. He believes that by recognizing our own individual roles and leveraging our unique strengths, we can contribute to a common goal more effectively and foster an environment of abundance. As the episode unfolds, we delve into the subject of finding fulfillment in our work, aligning our internal compass with our external circumstances, and understanding the role of co-creative relationships in fostering abundance. I'm so glad you'll be joining us in this captivating conversation where we weave in the lessons of nature and farming into how to run creative and ethical businesses. Resources:Daniel's mentor is Allan NationStockman Grass FarmerDaniel Salatin is multi-generational farmer. He's grown up in the farming landscape in Swoope, VA. Farming right out of the gate has giving him a lifetime of experience, mastery and confidence that comes from a life's work and passion. Today he leads an ever-growing team at Polyface Farm. Daniel finds the most joy in his family, teaching, team building, healing soil, farm design, a growing relationship with Jesus, working with livestock and hunting. Managing the day-to-day flow of the farm, he works with cattle, hogs, meat birds, layers, turkeys, rabbits, sheep, and forestry, but most importantly- People. This keeps him learning something every day in a high energy, outdoor workplace. Daniel has over 30 years of hands on experience in healing land and growing healthy food.Connect with Daniel: WebsiteOrder from Polyface Farms Kat HoSoo Lee is a trauma-informed Spiritual Business Mentor and host of The Rooted Business Podcast. She uses the tools of somatic and emotional alchemy to guide soulful entrepreneurs to approach their business as a spiritual practice. This allows them to cultivate businesses that are rooted in conscious values, ethical marketing and purposeful service.Connect with Kat: Book a Free Connection Call Business Alchemist Mentorship Instagram This podcast is made possible with sound production by Andre Lagace.Original music by Mayan Kites

Today we are joined by the award-winning filmmakers Josh and Rebecca Tickell to discuss their latest film Common Ground and how we need to work with nature and not against it if we want to save our planet.    Common Ground is the highly-anticipated follow up to the documentary, Kiss the Ground, and tells the story of the growing Regenerative Agriculture Movement. Narrated by Laura Dern, Jason Momoa, Rosario Dawson, Woody Harrelson, Ian Somerhalder, and Donald Glover ~ the film follows the farmers, gardeners, scientists, scholars, activists and visionaries who are creating resilient, biodiverse food systems that produce tremendous amounts of nutritionally dense food while balancing the climate, healing our bodies, stabilizing the economy, and restoring our ecosystems. Our conversation explores the critical intersections of food, politics, power, climate, economy, culture, soil health, survival and the future of humanity. Josh and Rebecca open up about their creative process, daily life on Big Picture Ranch in Ojai, the journey of making this independent film, their mission to convert 100 Million Acres in the US to regenerative farmland, and shared intention for Common Ground to serve as a love letter, wake up call and roadmap for healing Earth for our future generations.  Thank you Josh and Rebecca for bringing this film into the world and for showing us how saving our soil might just save us all! CONNECT:  Common Ground Movie: Website | IG | FB | Youtube | X  | TikTok | Reddit | LinkedIn  Josh: Personal Website | @joshtickell  Rebecca: Personal Website  | @beccatickell Big Picture Ranch Watch the Trailer Get Tickets to the Film  Request Common Ground to be shown at your Local Theater Everything you need to know about Common Ground   Take Action  Host @nitsacitrine @soundfoodspace twitter Subscribe to Mercurial Mail (our monthly newsletter)   MENTIONED  Big Picture Ranch 100 Million Acres The Jungle by Upton Sinclair  The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell  “Prancer”  Kiss the Ground Movie Kiss the Ground Organization  Josh's Films Josh's Books  Ryland Engelhart Ep.24 SWEETNESS OF THE EARTH with Sarah & Ryland Engelhart  Ep. 62 TRANSFORMATION THROUGH REGENERATION with John Roulac NOURISH This podcast is made possible by your donations and the symbiotic support of our partners:  Make a donation here LIVING TEA:  SOUNDFOOD for 20% off all tea nourishment at livingtea.net until Oct 14th! 15% off onwards  RESONANCE: find Nitsa's curation of living teas here (SOUNDFOOD for 20% off)  MIKUNA: enter SOUNDFOODFAMILY for 25% off  our favorite regenerative plant protein from the Andes Mikunafoods.com  LIVING LIBATIONS: enjoy 15% off all botanical beauty alchemy with this link https://livinglibations.com/soundfood (discount automatically applied) OSEA: CITRINE for 10% off oseamalibu.com sea-to-skin magic  CHRISTY DAWN: 15NITSA for 15% off farm-to-closet christydawn.com    LAMBS: CITRINE for 10% off your EMF protective gear getlambs.com P.S. We would be so grateful if you felt inspired to leave us a review on APPLE OR  SPOTIFY! Key Moments [17:35] Josh's viral sensation of “The Veggie Van”.  [18:25] Both Josh and Rebecca's curiosity into the marriage between modern living and living in which nature isn't harmed.  [19:08] The making of the partnership towards working on solutions to big environmental problems, and Big Picture Ranch serving as a place to make movies, raise children and animals, conferences and bring scientists and environmentalists together.  [20:17] The need to be the facilitator of nature rebuilding itself.  {20:50] Perspective of Stewardship through Agriculture + Nature  [21:50] How Rebecca's background in acting and appearing in the film “Prancer” showed her how films can create real-world results.  [23:08] Rebecca and Josh meet, fall in love, and develop a partnership on many levels  [24:02] Josh and Rebecca talk about the mind-blowing moments of making “Common Ground”.  [25:28] How do we even begin to heal, stabilize our climate, and fix our broken food system?  [27:00] The process of getting to “Common Ground” from “Kiss the Ground” is over 20 years in the making.  [29:00] Deep Ecology and the Soil  [30:42] Reflections on how the pandemic raised planetary consciousness and brought awareness to the connection between food and health… got people to be curious, to compost etc [33:43] Instead of thinking about ourselves as independent entities, we need to see how soil binds and connects us all.  [33:50] We are more bacterial cells than human cells [37:00] The film is hopeful and solution-oriented, but there are some dark and sobering moments that reflect reality.  [38:00] How the current system is affecting farmers and those who have been in the industry for generations  [40:04] The journey and gift of having A-list celebrities like Woody Harrelson, Jason Momoa, Ian Somerhalder, Rosario Dawson, and Laura Dern give their time to participate in the movie.   [48:24] The challenges and realities of modern farming.  [49:05] The impact of corporate, capitalist systems on farmers who are just trying to survive [49:50] most farmers operate at or in debt  [54:04] Regenerative Farmer success stories that occurred by just changing their technique as opposed to their technology.  [54:55 ] GMO seed/chemical trap  [1:01:26] Driving towards certified regenerative agriculture and the significance behind “100 million acres”.  [1:04:30] The goal of 1 Million Farmers [1:12:11] How one can bring a screening of “Common Ground” and Q&A to their community.  [1:155] What resonance means to Josh and Rebecca.   [1:22:03] Josh and Rebecca describe their last meal. Both would have it come straight from the farm, but Josh would add a sprinkling of delicious sweet potato fries!  

The most important paddock to manage first is the paddock between the ears” Charlie Arnott, Regenerative Farmer and EducatorIn this episode we explore what is regenerative agriculture, why do it and how to it including a list of things to do aligning with the 6 core principles of regen ag.Happy Farming! Resources and further education: Charles Massey Call of the Reed Warbler Charlie Arnott Declan McDonald and www.wpcln.org,au https://www.youtube.com/@WPCLN/about•Landcare & CMA supporting initiatives and events in social media and in the paddock•Regeneration International•Regenerative Agriculture Alliance Australia•Tertiary studies in Regenerative Agriculture•Taking the learning to primary school studentsSupport the showWant more! Want to show us some sheep love? Sign up for extra content via our sheep supporters tab !https://www.buzzsprout.com/954910/supporters/new

Meet Mollie Engelhart, Executive Chef and Founder of Sage Plant Based Bistro in Los Angeles. Mollie Engelhart, was raised vegan on a small farm in upstate NewYork. Her upbringing inspired a love for gardening, foodscaping and cooking from scratch. After years of success in the restaurant industry Mollie and husband Elias decided to take their commitment a step further and started an organic regenerative farm, Sow a Heart, in nearby Fillmore, CA. Connect with Mollie: Instagram: https://instagram.com/chefmollie Sage Plant Based Bistro & Brewery Echo Park • Pasadena • Culver City To Go  @thekindsage Regenerative Farmer Sow a Heart Farm / Sovereignty Ranch@sowaheart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sowaheart/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendysilvers/message

This week we have a special guest who embodies the essence of Curious Cat. She is a produce and chicken farmer, but she's also doing spiritual work which began with grid healing and evolved into world building. I'm not sure what all that means, but she's here to explain everything. She reached out to the show after listening to the episode, Mind the Gap, and I cannot WAIT to hear all she has to share. I'd like to welcome Becca Dickens of Regenerative Life Farm to the show. Welcome, Becca! How are you today?1. Show Intro2. Leaving Corporate for the Unknown3. Unlikely Farmer4. Psychic Gifts5. Dream Work6. Grid Healing, then Just Kidding, World Building!7. Energy Healing8. What's Next for Becca?9. Show CloseGuest Links:You can read about Becca's farm and energy healing work at https://www.regenerativelifefarm.com A tour of their phenomenal farm on YouTube*******************************************Liked this episode? Then you'll LOVE these:Derek Condit Talks Intuitive Healing, Shungite, Sasquatch and More!Mind the Gap between Life and Death*********************************************************************Curious Cat is lacing up their hiking boots to explore the rumor riddled Cascade Mountain Range, a land of fire and ice. Sasquatch, UFOs, remote viewing, bottomless pits, unexplained missing persons, and more, if you have any supernatural experiences from CASCADIA, drop us an email at Curious_Cat_Podcast@icloud.com and YOU might be featured on a future episode! Look for CASCADIA episodes on your regular Curious Cat feed. Original art by @norasunnamedphotos find the artist on Instagram and look for their newest designs on Society6. Curious Cat is a proud member of the Ethereal Network. We endeavor to raise the vibration of the planet one positive post at a time!Curious Cat Crew on Socials:Curious Cat on TwitterCurious Cat on InstagramCurious Cat on TikTokArt Director: NorasUnnamedPhotos (on Insta)

This is a conversation between Koen van Seijen, host of the Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food podcast, and Anne van Leeuwen, regenerative farmer and co-owner of Bodemzicht Farm. A deep dive into the non-existence of the divide between nature and culture, getting back in touch with yourself, nutrient dense food as basic human right, community, minimum wage, true cost economy, agtech and much more.In this episode we discuss the need for a paradigm shift in farming, entrepreneurship, and our connection with nature. We delve into the power of collaboration, specialization, and long-term thinking, inspired by Anne's experiences. We discuss the urgency of reconnecting with nature and the role every individual can play in this process. The episode doesn't shy away from the challenges either. From striking a balance between economic and environmental sustainability to making nutritious, locally grown food accessible to everyone, we touch on it all.Finally the conversation focused on human health, exploring its potential and the need to bring this crucial subject into medical conversations. Anne passionately advocates for investment in regenerative agriculture and indigenous organizations, believing in the power of long-term thinking. We end our discussion by contemplating a world where everyone is awake to the reality of the climate crisis, understanding their role in the ecosystem, and taking positive action.---------------------------------------------------Join our Gumroad community, discover the tiers and benefits on www.gumroad.com/investinginregenag. Support our work:Share itGive a 5-star ratingBuy us a coffee… or a meal! www.Ko-fi.com/regenerativeagriculture----------------------------------------------------More about this episode on https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/.Find our video course on https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/course.----------------------------------------------------The above references an opinion and is for information and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be investment advice. Seek a duly licensed professional for investment advice.Support the showFeedback, ideas, suggestions? - Twitter @KoenvanSeijen - Get in touch www.investinginregenerativeagriculture.comJoin our newsletter on www.eepurl.com/cxU33P! Support the showThanks for listening and sharing!

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Jared Kerst of Lazy K at Rivendell Farms. We discuss his journey from turfgrass manager to regenerative grass farmer. Among the topics discussed are grazing alfalfa, daytime moves, garlic, and selling beef.

"Dr. Chris Boman is a Pediatric Chiropractor, Author, Holistic Small Business Strategist, and Regenerative Farmer who loves helping families live a holistic and healthy lifestyle free from medical dependence. Dr. Chris has a diplomate in Pediatric and Prenatal Chiropractic and is the founder of Trailhead Family Chiropractic in Southern California. He also launched his first book, Perspective: Rewire Your Brain for Success and Abundance in 2022! This book is a cumulation of his experience as a clinician, entrepreneur, father, and farmer to help people adopt the abundance mindset and success lifestyle from a neurological level. In his free time, Dr. Chris and his wife pour their time and passion into their regenerative micro farm, First Fruits Homestead." https://www.trailheadchiropractic.com/    https://www.instagram.com/drchrisboman/   https://www.healthandhomesteading.com/    Dr. Boman's Book   #farminghealthyfoods #healthandhomesteadingconference #healthandhomesteading #drchrisboman #trailheadfamilychiropractic #chiropracticdoctor #holisticchiropractic #holisticchiropractor #ginagrothoff #dongrothoff #focusedhealthyfamily

Farming in the 21st century comes with its own set of unique challenges, and people like Jonathan Dysinger have committed their time to the innovation of this process. Jonathan is the Owner and CEO of Farmers Friend, a company that develops tools and supplies to make small farms more efficient and profitable – and he joins the podcast today to tell us just how they do this. With a history of farming in his family, Jonathan is no stranger to the difficulties of this lifestyle. That's why he's made it his mission with Farmers Friend to use regenerative agriculture to equip, educate, and inspire growers around the world…  In this episode, Jonathan discusses: Why focusing on just one big cash crop can be risky.  How his involvement on the farm led to innovation. The tools and support that Farmers Friend provides for farmers.  How you can get started growing your own crops.  You can learn more about Jonathan and his work with Farmers Friend by visiting www.farmersfriend.com!  Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

If you think you are busy then you need to meet. Juliana SunFeylice. Mother, Wife, Regenerative Farmer, Women's Lead Designer at Olukai, Co-Owner of Jute Mercantile, Horsewoman … this list goes on and on … she is an incredible woman with the strongest of hearts and in this podcast we talk about her drive, her passions her purpose, her reason and how she manages to juggle such a full life. Juliana and her husband Marcus and daughter Antonia are building a Regenerative Farm from scratch, we learn of the lessons, the obstacles, and the vision behind it all. A wonderful story with someone who has become a dear friend and a daily guide into how to live with the land instead of just in it. Listen and enjoy! Connect with Juliana, Piet, and PharosJuliana's InstagramJuliana's LinkedInPiet's InstagramEmylee's InstagramPharos InstagramPharos Mountain Lodge InstagramWebsiteSign Up HereWelcome to the Pharos Fit Podcast. Please make sure you subscribe wherever you are listening to this show and if you loved this show please leave us a 5-star review in the iTunes store. It is the currency of podcasts and it goes along in helping us grow our show and impart our values for anyone who wants to live every day reaching for their absolute best self.If you are in Los Angeles swing by our gym at 1316 Glendale Blvd in Echo Park.Check out our website here for class times and follow us on Instagram for more fitness-related content Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking to Becky Cole, regenerative farmer, gardener, folk herbalist, forager and mother. Becky runs Broughgammon Farm with her husband Charlie in Northern Ireland. She became interested in natural living when she became burnt out from city life and went on a journey to discover slow living and nature connections. In this conversation, we talk about the health crises which lead Becky to reevaluate her lifestyle, her background in the fashion industry, the regenerative ethos and practices of Broughgammon farm, and her practice and teachings of foraging and herbalism. You can find Becky every month on BBC Radio 2 and her popular podcast, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nature-nourish-with-becky-cole/id1331978126 (Nature & Nourish). She teaches workshops online & on the farm. Her first book https://bookshop.org/a/4727/9781784884376 (The Garden Apothecary) was released in 2022 with Hardie Grant and she runs monthly nature connection circles on her Patreon page, https://www.patreon.com/beckyocole (The Rooted Connection). Topics Covered: Becky's background in the fashion industry How a health crisis guided her back to nature Fashion in the UK Fashion brands mentioned: Country Clothing Dubarry of Ireland Cabbages and Roses Hunter Boots Becky's fashion ethics The environmental ethos of Broughgammon Farm Closing the waste loops in the food chain at Broughgammon Farm, and how they make use of by-products. Billy Burgers Ethically raised veal https://bookshop.org/books/the-garden-apothecary-transform-flowers-weeds-and-plants-into-healing-remedies/9781784884376 (The Garden Apothecary) by Becky O Cole  Foraging and Herbalism Fear of Nature Farming as a lifestyle A leisurely discussion of slow living https://www.google.com/search?q=Common+Herbs+for+Natural+Health&stick=H4sIAAAAAAAAAONgFuLSz9U3MCrMsTBLVuLVT9c3NEzONSm3TC4y1ZLKTrbST8rPz9ZPLC3JyC-yArGLFfLzcioXsco75-fm5ucpeKQWJRUrpOUXKfgllpQWJeYARRJzSjJ2sDICALp3CD1eAAAA&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi058eWoMz6AhXxFFkFHXpcBLMQgOQBegQIIBAI&biw=1402&bih=684&dpr=2 (Common Herbs for Natural Health) by Juliette de Bairacli Levy https://www.amazon.com/Four-Thousand-Weeks-Management-Mortals/dp/B08XZY5ZF7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3J3KVX9K3B2AE&keywords=4000+hours&qid=1665093964&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjc3IiwicXNhIjoiMS43NiIsInFzcCI6IjEuODUifQ%3D%3D&s=books&sprefix=4000+Hours%2Cstripbooks%2C122&sr=1-1 (Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals )by Oliver Burkeman Connect with Becky: On Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/beckyocole/ (@beckyocole) Becky's Website, https://www.beckyocole.com/ (beckyocole.com) Becky's Patreon, https://www.patreon.com/beckyocole (The Rooted Community) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nature-nourish-with-becky-cole/id1331978126 (Nature & Nourish Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/broughgammonfrm/ (Broughgammon Farm on Instagram) About Lady Farmer: Lady Farmer is a sustainable apparel and lifestyle brand, with education around sustainability and sustainable living at the forefront of our mission. Lady Farmer is proud to produce The Good Dirt podcast. https://lady-farmer.com/blogs/the-good-dirt-podcast (Our Website) @weareladyfarmer on https://www.instagram.com/thegooddirtph/ (Instagram) Join http://almanac.lady-farmer.com/ (The Lady Farmer ALMANAC) Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or tell us what the good dirt means to you. Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com Support your Good Dirt at home with https://biosnutrients.ca/collections/all?sca_ref=2454216.qvXDBufqTP (BIOS Nutrients)! Listeners of The Good Dirt podcast can enjoy 15% off BIOS Nutrients organic, natural fertilizers using the codehttps://biosnutrients.ca/collections/all?sca_ref=2454216.qvXDBufqTP ( LADYFARMER15) at checkout. Original music by John Kingsley @jkingsley1026 Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to...

Today we're talking to Becky Cole, regenerative farmer, gardener, folk herbalist, forager and mother. Becky runs Broughgammon Farm with her husband Charlie in Northern Ireland. She became interested in natural living when she became burnt out from city life and went on a journey to discover slow living and nature connections. In this conversation, we talk about the health crises which lead Becky to reevaluate her lifestyle, her background in the fashion industry, the regenerative ethos and practices of Broughgammon farm, and her practice and teachings of foraging and herbalism. You can find Becky every month on BBC Radio 2 and her popular podcast, Nature & Nourish. She teaches workshops online & on the farm. Her first book The Garden Apothecary was released in 2022 with Hardie Grant and she runs monthly nature connection circles on her Patreon page, The Rooted Connection. Topics Covered: Becky's background in the fashion industry How a health crisis guided her back to nature Fashion in the UK Fashion brands mentioned: Country Clothing Dubarry of Ireland Cabbages and Roses Hunter Boots Becky's fashion ethics The environmental ethos of Broughgammon Farm Closing the waste loops in the food chain at Broughgammon Farm, and how they make use of by-products. Billy Burgers Ethically raised veal The Garden Apothecary by Becky O Cole  Foraging and Herbalism Fear of Nature Farming as a lifestyle A leisurely discussion of slow living Common Herbs for Natural Health by Juliette de Bairacli Levy Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman Connect with Becky: On Instagram, @beckyocole Becky's Website, beckyocole.com Becky's Patreon, The Rooted Community Nature & Nourish Podcast Broughgammon Farm on Instagram About Lady Farmer: Lady Farmer is a sustainable apparel and lifestyle brand, with education around sustainability and sustainable living at the forefront of our mission. Lady Farmer is proud to produce The Good Dirt podcast. Our Website @weareladyfarmer on Instagram Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or tell us what the good dirt means to you. Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com Support your Good Dirt at home with BIOS Nutrients! Listeners of The Good Dirt podcast can enjoy 15% off BIOS Nutrients organic, natural fertilizers using the code LADYFARMER15 at checkout. Original music by John Kingsley @jkingsley1026 Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well being. Mentioned in this episode: BIOS Ad BIOS Natural Plant Fertilizer - LADYFARMER15 for 15% off BIOS Affiliate Link

Stuart Chutter is a Canadian Farmer, who entered farming through a regenerative path. He also participates in endurance events, including ultramarathons, marathons, and obstacle race events. Stuart once trained and raced a marathon eating only food grown on his farm.  HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors BON CHARGE: boncharge.com/HPO promo code: HPO (20% off) Optimal Carnivore: amazon.com/optimalcarnivore promo code: humansave10 Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo  HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Stuart: IG: @stuartchutter  Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter Tiktok: @zachbitter

Blossom Your Awesome Podcast Episode #69 Healthy Living With Dr. Chris Boman Dr. Chris Boman is a pediatric chiropractor,  Author, Holistic Small Business Strategist, and Regenerative Farmer.He teaches people how to live holistic and healthy lifestyle free from medical dependence. He is the  founder of Trailhead Family Chiropractic in Southern California. And author of the book Perspective: Rewire Your Brain for Success and Abundance. The book is a cumulation of his experience as a clinician, entrepreneur, father, and farmer to help people adopt the abundance mindset and success lifestyle from a neurological level. Dr. Boman and his wife and started First Fruits Homestead in 2020 and practice regenerative agriculture methods which start with creating healthy soil for healthy plants, then healthy animals for healthy food products.The episode is packed with awesome insights. To get in touch with Dr. Boman - http://www.trailheadchiropractic.comLinkedIn URLhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-chris-boman-79076671Facebook URLhttps://facebook.com/drchrisbomanYouTube URLhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqZt5FfjGZ2fmKsFxQZFiYg/videosInstagramhttps://instagram.com/drchrisbomanTo see more of my work  - blossomyourawesome.com where I write and cover mindfulness and other things to help you Blossom Your Awesome. or my other work at suesblues.com Or follow me on instagram where I post fairly regularly and ask an inquisitive question or two weekly in hopes of getting you thinking about your life and going deeper with it. My Instagram - i_go_by_skd

Did you know that pasture-based animal agriculture differs vastly from industrial feedlots? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn, for her interview with Jenn Wheeling, holistic rancher and regenerative farmer.  Wheeling is one of several siblings who live and operate agricultural enterprises on James Ranch in Durango, CO. She describes a resilient regional food system that feeds her community and contributes to the region's environmental and economic well-being.Related website:   https://jamesranch.net/ 

How do we sustainably use phosphorus fertiliser? A large amount of phosphate rock-a finite resource used for fertiliser- is being wasted across the supply chain, with very little being recycled or recovered. In this episode, we investigate the methods to manage phosphorus supply sustainably from using fertiliser efficiently to changing our diets.  Featuring: Professor Stuart White, Director of the Institute for Sustainable Futures, University of Technology, Sydney. Chris Hall, Regenerative Farmer and cherry grower. Stephen Annells, Chief Executive of Fertilizer Australia. Producer/Presenter: Marlene Even Music: Epidemic Sound

This week's episode is brought to you in partnership with Zero Procure who are here to make procurement simple, offering great value and quality for products and services, all for zero cost. Visit their site at https://zeroprocure.com/podcast/ (www.zeroprocure.com/podcast) to help support both this podcast and your business. This week I've got another cheeky bonus for you as we chat about a subject matter that I believe we all need to be paying attention to, regenerative farming. It's certainly a subject that I've found myself drawn to over the last couple of years. I got some time with Farmer Tom Morphew, CEO of Full Circle Farms (https://www.fullcirclefarms.co.uk/ (https://www.fullcirclefarms.co.uk/)) & The Garden Army (https://www.garden-army.com/ (https://www.garden-army.com/)) in Sussex and this chat does not disappoint. You might be thinking, why are you talking to a farmer, Phil? What's that got to do with Hospitality? Well, in my view, it has everything to do with hospitality and you'll definitely hear that in our chat. We get through:- Fighting the good fight School The outdoors The naked Gardener Food waste Teaching Battling through stress The First Land Flushing out crooks Birch Soil Building a farm The Garden Army Setbacks Never give up, never give in Partnering with Sodexo Farming - The hard truths Hope Tom's story is epic and he has not half had to crawl through the dung to get to where he is now, some of this may even be tough listening. But the other side of this Tom's story is all impressively inspirational and hopeful and and an insight into what can be done when you keep pushing forward. Enjoy! Resources we spoke about Films Kiss The Ground - https://kisstheground.com/support-the-film/ (https://kisstheground.com/support-the-film/) The Need to Grow - https://www.earthconsciouslife.org/theneedtogrow (https://www.earthconsciouslife.org/theneedtogrow) The Biggest Little Farm - https://www.biggestlittlefarmmovie.com/ (https://www.biggestlittlefarmmovie.com/) Books Wilding - Isabella Tree - https://www.hive.co.uk/Product/Isabella-Tree/Wilding--The-Return-of-Nature-to-a-British-Farm/23347784 (https://www.hive.co.uk/Product/Isabella-Tree/Wilding--The-Return-of-Nature-to-a-British-Farm/23347784) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Kate Kavanaugh (@kate_kavanaugh) is a regenerative farmer, nutrition therapist, and butcher - she's seen firsthand the way that soil health mirrors human health and the impacts an animal-based diet can have on the ecosystem and human health alike. In conjunction with that, Kate built a farm finder where people can find regeneratively raised meat right near home. She also recently launched a podcast called the Ground Work podcast exploring the interconnected themes of mind, body, and soil.   The Ground Work Podcast: https://groundworkcollective.com/podcast/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kate_kavanaugh/ Butcher Shop: https://www.instagram.com/westerndaughters/ Farm Finder: https://nearhome.groundworkcollective.com/   This episode is brought to you by Optimal Carnivore. Do you struggle to eat organ meat? Optimal Carnivore was created by Carnivores for Carnivores. They created a unique organ complex from grass-fed animals in New Zealand. It includes 9 different organs -  Liver, Brain, Heart, Thymus, Kidney, Spleen, Pancreas, Lung etc.  Taking 6 capsules is the same as eating an ounce of raw organ meat from the butcher. Get 10% off your order by going to https://amzn.to/3hSXXtu and using the code: carnivore10 at checkout! (currently only shipping within the US)   LMNT is offering a free sample pack along with any regular purchase when you use my custom link drinklmnt.com/carnivorecast . The LMNT Sample Pack includes 1 packet of every flavor. This is the perfect offer for 1) anyone who is interested in trying all of our flavors or 2) wants to introduce a friend to LMNT. Go to drinklmnt.com/carnivorecast to claim this awesome deal!   What questions would you like answered or who would you like to hear from in the carnivore or research community?   Let me know on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.  

The future of food is changing, and it's time to think differently about what we eat. The production and consumption patterns in society will have a lasting impact on the environment as well as human health for generations ahead - but there are ways you can start making better choices today! ---------- Who is Katie Flannigan? Katie Flannigan is an emerging author/illustrator. A lover of picture books Katie has long harboured a dream to create them. Her illustrations have been described as quirky and humorous and she uses mixed media, handmade figurines, and found objects to create her work. Katie has completed a Faber Academy course with Allen & Unwin for Children's Books and was awarded a Maurice Saxby Mentorship in 2016. She also volunteers with the Koala Kids Book Club at the Royal Children's Hospital in her hometown of Melbourne. ---------- Website: https://katieflannigan.com.au/ ---------- Social Media: www.facebook.com/katieflannigan333 www.instagram.com/katieflannigan3/ twitter.com/Katieflannigan3  Dig Deeper Club: https://soillearningcenter.com/digdeeperSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mother, Wife, Regenerative Farmer, Meat Hunter, Former WWE Superstar these are just a few things that can be said about my next guest. Come join me as I sit down with my good friend Sarah and chat about everything that is life. You'll hear us chat about food, family, allergies and so much more. You won't want to miss this one. Wanna know more about Sarah and follow along her amazing journey? Find links below.    Instagram  Website  

Craig shares his dramatic life journey from the JFK White House to a farm near UC Davis, the challenge of loving a complex father and how his farm brought healing inside and with the Vietnamese people.

In this week's episode we spotlight the gorgeous but critically endangered Campine chicken, discuss how to treat and prevent Coccidiosis in chickens, share our recipe for easy Huevos Rancheros, and review a new children's book - The Little Regenerative Farmer.Our sponsor, Grubbly Farms, is offering our listeners 25% off your purchase for first time buyers! That's a fantastic value! This offer does not apply to subscriptions and cannot be used with any other discounts. Click here for our affiliate link and use our code COFFEELADIES25 to get your discount.Chicken Luv Box -  use CWTCL50 for 50% off your first box of any multi-month subscription!https://www.chickenluv.com/Campine Chicken Breeders Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1703257799906719/Strong Animals Chicken Essentialshttps://www.getstronganimals.com/Roosty's - view the full range of Roosty's products on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/Roostys/page/3F901AFA-682A-4571-BD7D-792D7E7463E0?ref_=ast_blnCorid - Amazon Affiliate Link - we receive a small commission at no charge to you when you purchase the item in this link.https://amzn.to/3wiL6eDEasy Huevos RancherosThe Little Regenerative Farmer  Children's BookAmazon Affiliate Link - we receive a small commission at no charge to you when you purchase the item in this link.https://amzn.to/3NmUSSNThe Blue Horn VA Farmhttps://www.thebluehornva.com/CWTCL Websitehttps://coffeewiththechickenladies.com/CWTCL Etsy Shophttps://www.etsy.com/shop/CoffeeWChickenLadiesCWTCL Amazon Recommendationshttps://www.amazon.com/shop/coffeewiththechickenladiesSupport the show

This week, I'm speaking with Farmer Rishi, a farmer, educator and consultant based in Los Angeles working in the field of regeneration. Everything Rishi does is with the intention to help people understand the basic principles behind healing of our bodies: both our physical bodies and our Earthen body.Resources:Sardovaya FarmsHealing GardensRishi's WebsiteHomecoming courseConnect with Alyssa> Homecoming is a four-day retreat in Ojai, California and 6-week course. If you're feeling burnt out, stuck and/or going through a major transition in your life, Homecoming is an experience that will supercharge your intuition, help you build an inner stability and clarify your path forward. You'll walk away from Homecoming feeling more joy, ease and spaciousness in your life. I have two spots left, claim yours by applying below:APPLY to Homecoming (application will take you less than five min.!)Learn more about HomecomingFor the full show notes, head to: www.ournaturepodcast.com/episodes

Sara Wood is the owner and founder of Wyoming Heritage Grains, a direct to consumer regenerative farm and flour mill specializing in heirloom and heritage wheats, barleys, and ryes. In 2017, Sara became curious about why more people are gluten intolerant and discovered heritage and heirloom grains, which are ancient, pre-hybridized varieties of wheat, oat, barley, and rye. Realizing how much biodiversity has been lost in our current food and seed chain supply through corporations like Monsanto, Sara went to work. She left her corporate job and convinced her father and uncle to completely transform their traditional farm, growing conventional crops like sugar beets, corn and beans, into a regenerative agricultural operation. They use several species of cover crops and companion crops, rotational grazing and no till practices to raise their heritage wheats, barleys, and rye. They are more self-sufficient because they don't rely on added fertilizers and pesticides to manage their soil and crop health. The largest, and possibly riskiest transformation to the farm was ditching the traditional commodity market for a direct to consumer model. Biodiversity is life on earth. As the owner and founder of Wyoming Heritage Grains, Sara believes good food should be sustainably grown and nutrient dense, so life on the farm begins underground. Keeping food in her community and connecting people to where their food comes from and how it gets to their plate is of utmost importance. For Sara, an unexpected joy of becoming a farmer has been milling all her own flour. She's the only commercial flour mill in Wyoming and sells White Sonora pancake mix, red fife berries, several types of flours and many more offerings. From seed to table, you'll never find Sara's yield shipped off to another state or country before returning to your plate. Sara is considered an outsider for doing things differently, but growing food holistically isn't a new concept. Sara fields a lot of questions from other farmers who stop and wonder what she's doing. This helps Sara on her quest to strengthen the agricultural community and empower more farmers to think outside the box. Ultimately she wants everyone to be more aware about what it takes to grow, process, and deliver food to market, while also cultivating connection between farmers, ranchers, other land stewards, and consumers. Sara is most inspired by nature and says, “Farming is an ecosystem. You can grow your garden like an ecosystem, plant your lawn like an ecosystem, or whatever you have available to you, and it's all going to make a big impact. Everyone has a role to play, but if we don't all work together, it's not going to work.” Learn more about Sara at WomeninWyoming.com/Sara-Wood

SOLCAST EP 50 with Josh Rainer: Raw Milk drinker, Nature Respecter and Regenerative Farmer. Sol and Josh talk: Raw Foods As Primal Truths Advice for 18 Year Old Men Why Bodybuilding Diets Suck Key Skills for Independence/Survival Lessons from the Farm The Power of Rites of Passage Living as a Man VS Boy And so much more… Follow Josh on Instagram and Twitter Follow Sol Brah on Twitter Join Sol Club Check out my Youtube Channel

Stumbling upon American farmer Joel Salatin and being overwhelmed by his production on such low acreage, Luke Winder (Tathra Place) purchased a small property and used his model of mimicking nature and a highly rotational template to start his own farm, and he is now producing what many believe are the best pigs in Australia.https://www.tathraplacefreerange.comFollow The Cracklinghttps://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/Follow Huckhttps://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer)https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/Follow PorkStarhttps://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=enhttps://www.porkstar.com.auLISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTShttps://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Stumbling upon American farmer Joel Salatin and being overwhelmed by his production on such low acreage, Luke Winder (Tathra Place) purchased a small property and used his model of mimicking nature and a highly rotational template to start his own farm, and he is now producing what many believe are the best pigs in Australia.https://www.tathraplacefreerange.comFollow The Cracklinghttps://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/Follow Huckhttps://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer)https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/Follow PorkStarhttps://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=enhttps://www.porkstar.com.auLISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTShttps://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Long-term adventurer and explorer Ness Knight has not always called her West Yorkshire farm home. Ness has pioneered some of the world's toughest and most intriguing expeditions, such as her trip to the Essequibo River with the Wai Wai tribe and her adventure partners Pip Stewart and Laura Bingham. A quest which led them to discover much more than the previously unknown source of the river. Ness has also crossed the Namib Desert region solo, swum the length of the Thames and made a world-first descent of the third largest river in South America. It isn't merely firsts and records Ness is interested in however. Meeting local tribes and indigenous peoples, connecting with their way of life and understanding the way they exist in their home landscapes has led Ness to lay some roots of her own at home by starting up a regenerative farm in Yorkshire. Ness is passionate about regenerative agriculture and biodiversity and we dig deep into what this could mean for the future of the planet. Join us for this adventure and sustainability belter, Ness really knows what she's talking about.

Joel Salatin, 64, calls himself a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer. Others who like him call him the most famous farmer in the world, the high priest of the pasture, and the most eclectic thinker from Virginia since Thomas Jefferson. Those who don't like him call him a bio-terrorist, Typhoid Mary, charlatan, and starvation advocate.He co-owns, with his family, Polyface Farm in Swoope, Virginia. Featured in the New York Times bestseller Omnivore's Dilemma and award-winning documentary Food Inc., the farm services more than 5,000 families, 50 restaurants, 10 retail outlets, and a farmers' market with salad bar beef, pigaerator pork, pastured poultry, and forestry products. When he's not on the road speaking, he's at home on the farm, keeping the callouses on his hands and dirt under his fingernails, mentoring young people, inspiring visitors, and promoting local, regenerative food and farming systems.In this episode, Joel shares how his family turned the worst piece of land into one of the most biodiverse farms in the country, why we ended up with a chemical-based agriculture system post-WWII, and what it will really take (logistically, financially, personally) to shift to a large-scale carbon-based food system.  Connect with Joel:Polyface Farms: https://www.polyfacefarms.com/ Follow Farm to Future on Instagram at @farm.to.future

On this week's podcast, we embark on our journey of discovery into regenerative agriculture – what it is, what makes it different from conventional agriculture, and why it's important. The first stop on the journey is a conversation with regenerative farmer, Mike Lewis. We'll hear about his work as a sustainable ag specialist at the National Center for Appropriate Technology, as well as his holistic farming operation in southeastern Kentucky. He is also the board chair for the Hemp Industries Association and is a student of Wendell Berry. We will also hear from Michael Monteiro, co-founder of Mpactful Ventures, an investment and incubator company focused on supporting start-ups and other initiatives to mitigate the climate crisis. Mpactful Ventures in also one of our new podcast sponsors for 2022. And this week we introduce a new segment sponsored by IND HEMP called “Something to Think About” in which we'll briefly explore a topic of environmental concern. National Center for Appropriate Technology https://www.ncat.org/ NCAT's Soil for Water Program https://soilforwater.org/ NCAT's National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service https://attra.ncat.org/ NCAT's Armed to Farm Program https://www.armedtofarm.org/ Hemp Industries Association https://thehia.org/ The Berry Center Supporting Sustainable Agriculture https://berrycenter.org/ News Nuggets New Calgary-Based Company HEMPALTA Acquires Industrial Hemp Processing Facility and Products Business from Canadian Greenfield Technologies https://finance.yahoo.com/news/calgary-based-company-hempalta-acquires-160000796.html PepsiCo to launch hemp seed-infused drink under Rockstar Energy https://www.cnbc.com/2022/02/01/pepsico-to-launch-hemp-seed-infused-drink-under-rockstar-energy.html USDA approves Alaska's industrial hemp plan https://www.alaskapublic.org/2022/02/01/usda-approves-alaskas-industrial-hemp-plan/ OSU researchers say preclinical trials on hemp compounds blocking COVID-19 will happen 'very soon' https://www.kdrv.com/news/top-stories/osu-researchers-say-preclinical-trials-on-hemp-compounds-blocking-covid-19-will-happen-very-soon/article_ebe619a4-82c7-11ec-9ede-17d7b427e8fb.html Groundhog's Day https://lancasteronline.com/news/local/heres-what-punxsutawney-phil-and-lancaster-countys-own-groundhogs-predicted-on-groundhog-day-2022-photos/article_5457d342-8421-11ec-9f66-bfca0220a202.html Something to Think About Fracking or drinking water? That may become the choice https://www.cnbc.com/2014/09/12/fracking-for-oil-requires-water-that-may-be-needed-as-drinking-water.html Thanks to our sponsors IND HEMP https://www.indhemp.com/ Mpactful Ventures https://www.mpactfulventures.org/  

My guest on this episode of "Digging in the dirt" is farmer Craig Floyd, a wise old farmer. Craig is the farm manager of the giving Garden at Coogan Farm in stonington Mystic CT. which omises to bring fresh food to thousands of hungry residents of New London County daily.

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Join Mandi Kerr and Doug Fine, Neo-Rugged Individualist Goat Herder & Regenerative Farmer. Bestselling Author/Filmmaker, on this episode of Moving ^HEMP Forward. Doug Fine is a solar-powered goat herder, comedic investigative journalist, bestselling author, and pioneer voice in regenerative farming, including cannabis/hemp. He has cultivated hemp for food and seed-building in four US states and teaches a Sterling College hemp class in Vermont.

Join Mandi Kerr and Doug Fine, Neo-Rugged Individualist Goat Herder & Regenerative Farmer. Bestselling Author/Filmmaker, on this episode of Moving ^HEMP Forward. Doug Fine is a solar-powered goat herder, comedic investigative journalist, bestselling author, and pioneer voice in regenerative farming, including cannabis/hemp. He has cultivated hemp for food and seed-building in four US states and teaches a Sterling College hemp class in Vermont.

SW Indiana IT Professional / Soil Health Farmer Pat Bittner exemplifies the studious mindset of many regenerative ag farmers. His thorough research has allowed the remarkably FAST adoption of more advanced practices. Focusing upon what he wants to nurture vs. what he wants to kill, well-thought out plans of practice adoption, solid business planning, and SEEKING OUT MENTORS is making rapid change on his family's small farm.

Regenerative Farmer Everyman Adam Chappell. Okay, But What Is Regenerative Agriculture? Discovering a Farmer's Footprint, and the MarineBio Conservation Society.

Bringing gardening methods full circle. In This Podcast: We learn from Crystal Stevens about the many inexpensive ways to build a regenerative and edible landscape using natural resources. Crystal describes the different possibilities that can be incorporated into any size space that can lead one down the path towards self-sufficiency. One of her specialties is herbs and she shares with us some of the medicinal properties of herbs and their health benefits.  Don't miss an episode!visit UrbanFarm.Org/podcast Crystal lives along the bluffs of the Mighty Mississippi River in Godfrey, Illinois with her husband, and 2 children. She is an Author, an Artist/Art Teacher, a Folk Herbalist, a Regenerative Farmer, and a Permaculturist. She has written 3 books published by New Society Publishers: Grow Create Inspire, Worms at Work, and Your Edible Yard. Crystal speaks at conferences and Mother Earth News Fairs across the United States and has been teaching a Resilient Living workshop series for over a decade. Visit www.UrbanFarm.org/growcreateinspire for the show notes on this episode, and access to our full podcast library! Crystal Stevens on regenerative urban farming.

Youtube Version https://youtu.be/d2z4oY1x-iY www.holdinghandswellness.com.au Certified Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, As a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, my biggest passion is implementing simple solutions for women and family health to ensure we are able to show up and wear the many hats we do in this day and age. My belief is that when we support the body through the health choices we make, the body begins to heal, I have experienced this with my own health and for so many others. I feel we want to complicate it, however, when we nurture our connection and values around health, we make better decisions for ourselves, our families, and crowd out the noise of confusion when it comes to our food choices.

Ridge Evers, regenerative farmer + 6X tech CEO who led Intuit's creation of QuickBooks, joins the show to talk about how to shift agriculture away from current extractive methods. 

Our Legendary Farmer friend Larry Kandarian (owner Kandarian Organic Farms) talks all things farming...from soil health, to proper preparation of beans and grains, to integrity and saying no to Big Ag and advice for the next generation. Have a listen because most importantly you will be infused with Larry's heart centered energy and understand that following your passion is your best way forward.

$100K Farm Business Plan WorksheetEli Mack of Mack Farms in Pennsylvania is a young farmer who is serious about Regenerative Agriculture. He small-farms Highland Cattle (grass fed beef), Katahdin Sheep, pigs, meat chickens, Turkeys, and more on 20 acres in Pennsylvania.  Eli Mack practices varying levels of rotational grazing on his farm.  Eli is pursuing further education on holistic management at the Savory Institute. He holds hopes of one day using this education to assist other small-scale food producers adapt to a more regenerative way of farming.I hope you enjoy!-the Shepherdess"Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity."  1 Timothy 4:12Support the show

We jump into the conversation about where our nutrients come from and the importance of regenerative farming. Is regenerative farming the best fit for the future of healthy food? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/quantumhealth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/quantumhealth/support