The No-Till Growers Podcast Network
The No-Till Growers Podcast Network (formerly known as The No-Till Market Garden Podcast) is a nuts and bolts (and earthworms and microbes) look at how to run a productive, profitable no-till market garden for small and mid-sized farmers. It's also where you can hear everything else No-Till Growers produces.
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Blooms During the Coldest and Darkest Months of the Year with Emily of Von Trapp Flowers & Emily of Little Farmhouse Flowers
06/10/2024
Blooms During the Coldest and Darkest Months of the Year with Emily of Von Trapp Flowers & Emily of Little Farmhouse Flowers
Today, I have TWO guests, Emily Von-Trapp of in VT and Linda D’arco of in NY. Emily and Linda each operate their own cut flower businesses with a focus on wholesale and winter flower bulb forcing AND they collaborate to teach flower farmers how to bring beautiful flowers to bloom during the coldest and darkest months of the year through online course and on-farm classes. Along with a second Lilly workshop, their collaboration has inspired hundreds of flower farmers to grow local blooms during the dark winter months. We talk about their backgrounds, how they met, along with an uncanny list of similarities they share and some of the specifics of their farms in terms of growing infrastructure and systems. Lots of great information shared in this episode by two wonderful women with a passion for local winter blooms and friendship. Folks who make the show possible... quality greenhouses and high-tunnels. vegetable, flower, and cover crop seeds. Visit the Growers Library for a wealth of growing resources. for two wheel tractors + implements. ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at
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Building a Year-Round, Family-Focused Farm in the South with Ray Tyler of Rose Creek Farms
06/03/2024
Building a Year-Round, Family-Focused Farm in the South with Ray Tyler of Rose Creek Farms
Over the last 14 years, Ray Tyler of has been passionate about developing growing systems to successfully grow and sell certified organic produce fifty-two weeks a year in western Tennessee. Along with his wife Ashley and six homeschooled children, he is committed to creating a family-focused farm that allows for a sustainable and healthy work-life balance. Using a meticulous system of eighteen caterpillar tunnels on one acre, Ray is able to supply three farmers markets and a farm stand. His market displays are called "the salad bar" and they are always stacked high with bunches of carrots, radish, celery, lettuce heads, and a varied assortment of greens. The early years, however, were a challenge for Ray, and we speak about how he and his family persevered with a lot of trial and error to become the successful farm and business they have today. Ray is an inspiring example of a passionate farmer who is committed to the health and well-being of his family, his business, the community, and the land. Folks who make the show possible... quality greenhouses and high-tunnels. vegetable, flower, and cover crop seeds. Visit the Growers Library for a wealth of growing resources. for two wheel tractors + implements. ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at
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The Making of No-Till Growers and the Collab Farm Podcast with Jackson Rolett (Season Finale!)
05/27/2024
The Making of No-Till Growers and the Collab Farm Podcast with Jackson Rolett (Season Finale!)
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How Our Market Gardens & Farms Can Support Bee Health w/ Sarah Red-Laird of Bee Girl [dot] Org
05/20/2024
How Our Market Gardens & Farms Can Support Bee Health w/ Sarah Red-Laird of Bee Girl [dot] Org
Host Mimi Casteel of talks with friend, BEE researcher, and "bee girl" herself, Sarah Red-Laird about how our farms and market gardens can promote bee health. Bee Girl Orgs mission is to educate and inspire communities to conserve bees, their flowers, and our countryside. Check out the website where you can support her very improtant work and follow her journey on . Folks who support the show... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Accessing Land & Sustaining a Farm Business | Roundtable w/ Starry Ridge & Cedar Field Farms
05/13/2024
Accessing Land & Sustaining a Farm Business | Roundtable w/ Starry Ridge & Cedar Field Farms
Host Alex Ball sits down for a farmer roundtable with Kolin Buzerak of , and Caitlin and Simon Yevzelman of to discuss how they access farm land, working with those in their community, and making their farms work in these times of high interest rates and expensive land values. We discuss the value of connecting with those around you to build your farm resource base as well the commitment it takes long-term to build a successful small-scale farming business. Mentioned in the show... Folks who support the show... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Demystifying Soil Testing & Analysis with Bruce Hoskins of The University of Maine Soil Testing Lab
05/06/2024
Demystifying Soil Testing & Analysis with Bruce Hoskins of The University of Maine Soil Testing Lab
Soil Testing. Over the years, Natalie has gotten a lot of this kind of question: why are my results from THIS lab different from my results from THAT lab? And WHY are the recommendations DIFFERENT? For this episode, she spoke with Bruce Hoskins who runs the . It's impossible to cover everything you want or need to know about soil testing in an hour, but they lay the groundwork for what exactly happens to a soil sample when you send it into a lab for basic nutrient analysis. Folks who support the show... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Turning Burdens into Resources & Community Grazing Cooperatives w/ Sarah Keiser of Wild Oat Hollow
04/29/2024
Turning Burdens into Resources & Community Grazing Cooperatives w/ Sarah Keiser of Wild Oat Hollow
"We live in a world in which we need to share responsibility. It's easy to say it's not my child, not my community, not my world, not my problem. And then there are those who see the need and respond. And I consider those people my heros." - Mr. Rogers Mimi Casteel is talking with one of HER heros, the amazing Sarah Keiser, from Wild Oat Hollow. She will inspire you to be someone who makes things happen, and she'll be the first to tell you she didn't to it alone, because it takes a community, which is what they'll be talking about today... Check out the & Mentioned in the show... Folks who support the show... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Multi-farm Cooperatives, Building Teams, and Urban/Rural Production with Cheyenne Sundance of Sundance Harvest, Commons, & Market
04/22/2024
Multi-farm Cooperatives, Building Teams, and Urban/Rural Production with Cheyenne Sundance of Sundance Harvest, Commons, & Market
Alex Ball sits down with fellow farmer and friend Cheyenne Sundance of , Commons, & Market in Ontario, Canada. They dig deep on managing a multi-farm cooperative land-trust project, building a team around an idea, and balancing urban/rural production. Folks who support the show... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Scaling-up from Homestead to Farm Business | Roundtable w/ Cedar Chest Farm & Wild East Farm
04/15/2024
Scaling-up from Homestead to Farm Business | Roundtable w/ Cedar Chest Farm & Wild East Farm
In March, part of the No-Till Growers team went to the in NC and held a roundtable with Erin of and Lyric and Noah of about scaling-up from homestead to full-fledged farm business. We get to hear the stories of how both farms started on a very small scale and smartly grew their operations, plus tips, lessons, and helpful thoughts on business startups. Follow Wild East Farm on & Follow Cedar Chest Farm on Folks who support the show... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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BONUS Using Technology as a Personal Assistant so You Can Farm More to w/ Ari Memar, Founder of Farmhand
04/10/2024
BONUS Using Technology as a Personal Assistant so You Can Farm More to w/ Ari Memar, Founder of Farmhand
Got a BONUS Farmer Jesse episode this week with Ari Memar, founder of , a personal assistant for growers. It may not surprise you, Farmer J is not the most tech-savvy guy, so we’re excited to chat with Ari about the easy-to-use program they’ve built at Farmhand to save admin time and get farmers farming more, plus how the tech world and gardening world--from his parents to his own life--have influenced his path. ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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World Renown Compost & Cut Flowers w/ Bridget & Henrietta, The Land Gardeners
04/08/2024
World Renown Compost & Cut Flowers w/ Bridget & Henrietta, The Land Gardeners
There is nobody who does more awesome headlines than the British. Especially the tabloids, so good. They can even manage to talk about things like compost in a way that almost brings tears of joy… “Posh compost that’s entry level.” -The Times “Luxury manures, the sweet smell of success.” -The Times “Twenty pounds for a tiny bag of poo? What really goes into luxury compost?” - The Guardian Don’t be put off by “luxury compost” because our guests today are quite down to earth. Today, Mimi is speaking with Bridget and Henrietta, two incredible women, who are former lawyers who came together over a shared love of soil and a hopeful vision of the future. They are known world-wide for producing some of the most extraordinary landscapes and coveted cut-flowers. Folks who support the show... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Mid-Scale No-Till, Building a Reliable Workforce, & the Power of Collectives w/ Hannah & Michelle of Green Things Farm Collective
04/01/2024
Mid-Scale No-Till, Building a Reliable Workforce, & the Power of Collectives w/ Hannah & Michelle of Green Things Farm Collective
On today’s episode Alex Ball of sits down with Hannah Weber & Michelle Brosius (½ of the management team) from in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Green Things was interviewed several years ago by farmer Jesse AND farmer Jackson and since then they have radically increased the scale of their no-till production and local food distribution. We discuss how they build and manage their no till beds at scale, train & build up their workforce, distribute all of their produce, and the power of collective work. Mentioned in the show... Folks who support the show... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Former Oil & Gas Man Leaves Lucrative Career to Become Small-Scale Vigneron w/ Tim Phillips of Charlie Herring Wine
03/25/2024
Former Oil & Gas Man Leaves Lucrative Career to Become Small-Scale Vigneron w/ Tim Phillips of Charlie Herring Wine
Imagine the theme music from Masterpiece Theater… a former oil & gas accountant leaves his lucrative career and travels by bicycle to a walled garden. speaks with her friend Tim Phillips from Charlie Herring Wines in the UK. If you do nothing else, check out his website—beware the litany of web warnings!—for a darlin illustration of his farm and incredibly entertaining blog. He not only does a lot of innovative things, but also uses a lot of old school methods, and he’s our people, people. Enjoy. Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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BONUS Starting & Running a Small Seed Company with Daryl Wade of Sow Right Seeds
03/20/2024
BONUS Starting & Running a Small Seed Company with Daryl Wade of Sow Right Seeds
Farmer Jesse recently got the chance to speak with Daryl Ward of about starting and running a small seed company. In particular, how seed businesses like Sow Right are dealing with new genetically modified varieties that are hitting the shelves. We also talk about home gardening, the business of selling seeds, and more. Full disclosure, Sow Right is not only a sponsor the , but also the podcast, helping us keep it free for growers everywhere. ... and, as always, our work is also powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at
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Nutrient Management, Lessons Learned Moving Farms & Farming with an Autoimmune Disorder w/ Kyle of Burns Blossom Farm
03/18/2024
Nutrient Management, Lessons Learned Moving Farms & Farming with an Autoimmune Disorder w/ Kyle of Burns Blossom Farm
Farmer Jesse is back this week with Kyle Forest-Burns of , which he runs with his partner Mel, in Chico California. They discuss farming with a debilitating disease, nutrient management, and tips for new farmers. A very cool and wide-ranging talk that we’ve been waiting to have for several years. If you want to SEE the conversation, along with some pictures that illustrate what they are talking about, head over to the Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Candid Conversations About Starting New Gardens & Letting Go of Old Ones w/ Jackson Rolett & Seth Torkelson-Regan
03/11/2024
Candid Conversations About Starting New Gardens & Letting Go of Old Ones w/ Jackson Rolett & Seth Torkelson-Regan
On today’s special episode of The No-Till Market Garden Podcast, Alex says goodbye to his old farm and embraces the change to running and setting up a brand new no-till site for . We chat with two special guests, co-founder Farmer Jackson, and first year farm partner Seth Torkelson-Regan, all about renting -vs- owning (can you afford it), setting up new beds, the emotional toll of owning your own land, and making hard business decisions on the farm with regard to your finances, time, and lifestyle. Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Agroforestry with Nutter Justin Holt of the Asheville Nuttery
03/04/2024
Agroforestry with Nutter Justin Holt of the Asheville Nuttery
Pirate radio with Mini Casteel.. keeping your nuts dry with "nutter" Justin Holt of the . Justin has been a part of the agroforesty world since 2011--part of the --he also leads tours and consulatancy around agroforestry and foraging. You going to want to listen to this one, it's quite the nut to crack. Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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A No-Dig, Pay-What-You Can, Collaborative CSA with Max Epstein of Krautgaart in Luxembourg
02/26/2024
A No-Dig, Pay-What-You Can, Collaborative CSA with Max Epstein of Krautgaart in Luxembourg
Today, we are doing a podcast special with Farmer Jesse and Max Epstein of in Luxembourg, discussing his no-dig, pay-what-you can, collaborative CSA model and a whole lot more! Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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How the NRCS Can Support Your Soil Health Practices w/ Candace and Laura from the NRCS
02/19/2024
How the NRCS Can Support Your Soil Health Practices w/ Candace and Laura from the NRCS
One of the things that I, Natalie, love about doing this podcast is the freedom to talk to just about anyone and you may have noticed that I'm pretty agnostic when it comes to getting good information. I think you can find wisdom and knowledge from farmers, scientists, EVEN THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT. For this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Candace Williams Anthony and Laura Starr who both work in the . We focus on soil health practices in this conversation, but there are many MANY ways NRCS can work with you... Mentioned in the show... Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Behavioral Change in a Time of Ecological Urgency with the UNSTOPPABLE Agroecologist Nicole Masters of Integrity Soils
02/12/2024
Behavioral Change in a Time of Ecological Urgency with the UNSTOPPABLE Agroecologist Nicole Masters of Integrity Soils
Mimi has another 'charming accent' interview, this time with Nicole Masters of Integrity Soils and author of For the Love of Soil. She a world leader in soil health, a very accomplished educator, and is focused on an outcomes-based approach to improving soils. She also has a joyous way of being and looking at the world, and is a delight to listen to. Mentioned in the show... Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming workshops & conferences...
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Growing on Terraces in a Northern Climate w/ Kat & Kolin of Starry Ridge Farm
02/05/2024
Growing on Terraces in a Northern Climate w/ Kat & Kolin of Starry Ridge Farm
Today, sits down with Kat and Kolin of in Petersburg, NY. They dig deep into successfully carving beds into the sid eof rocky hills, building a farm business with family, and marketing a diverse selection of local products to the community. Mentioned in the show... Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming conferences...
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Low- and No-Till Farming with Horses with Legend Eric Nordell of Beech Grove Farm
01/29/2024
Low- and No-Till Farming with Horses with Legend Eric Nordell of Beech Grove Farm
Farmer Jesse here with an interview of my own, this one with Mr. Eric Nordell Of Beech Grove Farm in PA. Eric and his wife Anne are LEGENDS in the small farm community. I first learned about their work on the Farmer-to-Farmer Podcast, but they have been organic farmers for forty-odd years. Today's topic... low/not-till farming with horses! We get into everything from weed management, to garlic production, and a whole lot more. You can read more about their farming on their blog-here-and they also have a timeless booklet you can check out called Weed the Soil, Not the Crop. Mentioned in the show... Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming conferences...
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Eco-Efficiency, Mulching with Leaves, and the Scatterseed Project with Legend Will Bonsall
01/22/2024
Eco-Efficiency, Mulching with Leaves, and the Scatterseed Project with Legend Will Bonsall
Natalie talks with LEGEND Will Bonsall and we’re really excited to bring this conversation to you! Will is legendary for his seed saving efforts, the Scatterseed Project, as well as his radical homesteading in western Maine. He is the first to admit that he is not a market gardener and some of the things he does on his homestead aren’t feasible if you’re trying to make a living selling food, but many of them are! I love his approach to what he calls “eco efficiency” and there is a lot to learn with how Will has designed his systems to use plants to their maximum capacity and make the most of his land. Mentioned in the Show... Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming conferences...
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An Evolution of Urban Farming & Farmacy Corner Store-ing with Devon Wilson of Sunlight Gardens
01/15/2024
An Evolution of Urban Farming & Farmacy Corner Store-ing with Devon Wilson of Sunlight Gardens
On today’s episode of the No-Till Market Garden Podcast, Alex of LITERALLY sits down for a very special live and in-person conversation with Devon Wilson of located in downtown Battle Creek, MI. They discuss starting an urban farm in shared community lots and backyards, developing his on-site farm & natural convenience store, and using social media to connect with his local community. Mentioned during show... on Instagram Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... for vegetable, flower, and cover crop seeds. Visit the for a wealth of growing resources. for high-quality greenhouses and high-tunnels. a grassroots, peer-to-peer, holistic certification. for well-designed, quality tools, tunnels, and equipment. ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming conferences...
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Nerding Out about Long-Term Soil Health Projects in WA with Researcher Deirdre Griffin LaHue
01/08/2024
Nerding Out about Long-Term Soil Health Projects in WA with Researcher Deirdre Griffin LaHue
Natalie is back with dear friend and soil scientist--and national soil judging champion!--. Deirdre's work in Washington state has led to some incredible long-term soil health projects. They also discuss the how she transitioned from studying nutrition to soil health, the current science of biodegradable mulches, and unconventional crops in the state. Mentioned in the show... (also on Apple & Spotify) Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... for vegetable, flower, and cover crop seeds. Visit the for a wealth of growing resources. for high-quality greenhouses and high-tunnels. a grassroots, peer-to-peer, holistic certification. for well-designed, quality tools, tunnels, and equipment. ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming conferences...
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Funneling Waste Into Life with Black Soldier Fly Larvae with Pat Crowley of Chapul Farms
01/01/2024
Funneling Waste Into Life with Black Soldier Fly Larvae with Pat Crowley of Chapul Farms
I don’t even know where to begin. Today, I——interview Pat Crowley of Chapul Farms in my own state of Oregon. One of my neighbors. If you’ve been one of the many thousands who have viewed video of black soldier fly larvae production, this is THAT, but on steroids. Pat describes Chapul: “In 2019, I launched Chapel Farms as a way to continue growing the regenerative potential of insects to bioconvert food and ag waste into healthy foods and microbial-rich soil. We work with selected domestic and international insect farms to scale their operations and provide the highest quality insect products to B to C and B to B markets… we are developing some of the world's largest insect farms focused on uncompromising sustainability metrics.” It’s all true. If you’re interested in any aspect of insect agriculture, this is going to be one for you… Follow , , and watch this . Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... for vegetable, flower, and cover crop seeds. Visit the for a wealth of growing resources. for high-quality greenhouses and high-tunnels. a grassroots, peer-to-peer, holistic certification. for two wheel tractors + implements, on sale through the end of the year! ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming conferences...
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Agroecology Principles, Practices, & Politics with Modern Pioneer Miguel Altieri
12/25/2023
Agroecology Principles, Practices, & Politics with Modern Pioneer Miguel Altieri
Hope you’re wearing your PPE for this one! of is speaking with , one of the modern pioneers of agroecology. He has written more than , including a book: Miguel is a hero to many of us who have practiced in the field and his bio is very extensive. In addition to being a professor emeritus at UC Berkley, he also served as a scientific advisor to the Latin American Consortium on Agroecology and Development and general coordinator to the United Nations Development Program in Sustainable Agriculture, Networking, & Extension. He’s worked in Africa, Latin America, Asia, and is now farming in Columbia. Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... for vegetable, flower, and cover crop seeds. Visit the for a wealth of growing resources. for high-quality greenhouses and high-tunnels. a grassroots, peer-to-peer, holistic certification. for two wheel tractors + implements, on sale through the end of the year! ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming conferences...
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Utilizing the Power of Extension on Your Farm with Dan Fillius of Iowa State Extension
12/18/2023
Utilizing the Power of Extension on Your Farm with Dan Fillius of Iowa State Extension
Today, we sit down with Dan Fillius of Iowa State Extension and Alex Ball of to discuss the role of the university extension agent in supporting farmers, both organic and conventional. We dig deep on the multiple facets of Dan’s farming experience as an organic grower and extension agent duties including working with Amish growers, helping growers identify pests/diseases, and how he connects with farmers using social media and his own podcast: “What in the Weather.” Dan is a treasure chest of information and is doing the good work on the ground by keeping folks educated and connected with up to date relative agricultural information. Mentioned in the show... Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... for vegetable, flower, and cover crop seeds. Visit the for a wealth of growing resources. for high-quality greenhouses and high-tunnels. a grassroots, peer-to-peer, holistic certification. for two wheel tractors + implements, on sale through the end of the year! ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming conferences...
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Farmer Jesse & Three Living Legends Discuss Living Pathways, a Growers Roundatable
12/11/2023
Farmer Jesse & Three Living Legends Discuss Living Pathways, a Growers Roundatable
Hey nerds, Farmer Jesse here, and we're going to break from our regularly scheduled podcasting to bring you a special bonus episode--a roundtable with three living legends: Helen Atthowe, David Blanchard, & Lou Johns. These have been three huge inspirations of my own and I wanted to get them together to discuss living pathways and how they manage them on different acreage and in different systems. This is a very long and in-depth conversation and we cover: how to manage living pathways, strip tillage, mowing walkways, establishing paths, best tillers for strip tillage, and a whole lot more. We hope you enjoy this roundtable as much as we did and we hope to do more of them soon! Mentioned in the show... Folks who have supported our work for many years, please support them... for vegetable, flower, and cover crop seeds. Visit the for a wealth of growing resources. for high-quality greenhouses and high-tunnels. for two wheel tractors + implements, on sale through the end of the year! ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming conferences...
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Going Against Tradition with No-Till, Regenerative Viticulture with Charles Lachaux of Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux
12/04/2023
Going Against Tradition with No-Till, Regenerative Viticulture with Charles Lachaux of Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux
Bonjour, it’s Mimi, and I’m keeping it real international for my second tour on the podcast. Today we are going to chat with Charles Lachaux from Burgundy, France. He’s a sixth generation vigneron at . If you’re a person who drinks, appreciates, thinks about wine, you know Burgundy, as these are wines that have a long history, but in the recent past since his return they have been given critical acclaim. One of the things that sets Charles apart in the region is his conversion to regenerative and no-till practices. The regulations and cultural traditions around viticulture in France are very strong, so it makes a big impact when someone breaks tradition and starts doing things differently. For Charles, however, this has given his work and wine a cult appeal. His wines are very hard to get your hands on, but if you truly want to blow someone’s mind, seek them out. Folks who support The No-Till Market Garden Podcast... for vegetable, flower, and cover crop seeds. Visit the for a wealth of growing resources. for high-quality greenhouses and high-tunnels. a grassroots, peer-to-peer, holistic certification. for two wheel tractors + implements, on sale through the end of the year! ... and, as always, our work is powered by the individual growers who support us every month over at . You can pick up a copy of if you don't have one already, as well as a or , check out our , and you can ask you questions or share your insights into ecological market gardening on our free growers forum at Find Farmer Jesse at these upcoming conferences...
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