Episodios

  • Exploring Microgreen Farming Practices And Business Strategies With Donny Greens
    Jul 26 2024

    In this episode, we discuss all things microgreens with Donny Greens. Donny is the founder of Finest Foods, a New York-based company that provides microgreens to its community.

    Donny is committed to improving society’s approach to health and sustainability. He accomplishes this mission not only with Finest Foods, but also with his Youtube channel. On this platform, Donny teaches others how to grow their own microgreens businesses with insightful tips, tricks, and advice to help them succeed.

    Join us now to learn more about:

    • What microgreens are, and why they are so beneficial to our bodies.
    • The growing methods that Donny utilizes.
    • Donny’s approach to streamlining microgreens businesses around the world.

    Whether you are thinking about starting a microgreens business or are simply looking into cultivating your own crops, this podcast is sure to provide you with valuable insight!

    To find out more about Donny Greens and his work, click here now.

    Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

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    35 m
  • Permaculture: Working With Nature By Stimulating Agriculturally Productive Ecosystems
    Jul 19 2024

    Want to get to know the uses and benefits of permaculture? Look no further than Andrew Millison. Andrew Millison is an instructor of Permaculture at Oregon State University, where he has developed an online instructional course that educates individuals across the globe.

    Permaculture and land regeneration is an ultra-sustainable approach to environmentalism that few have truly mastered. In this episode, you will learn about this subject from an artistic perspective – perhaps allowing you to absorb the facts and information in a new way…

    Click play to find out:

    • What defines permaculture.
    • Why land regeneration is so critical to a healthy environment.
    • How local food production promotes healthy and sustainable communities.

    What does it take to develop flourishing ecosystems, and how can permaculture help? Tune in now to learn more!

    You can connect with Andrew’s content for yourself by visiting AndrewMillison.com and Youtube.com/AndrewMillison now!

    Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

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    53 m
  • How You Can Take Advantage Of Home Gardening And Nourish Your Body
    Jul 12 2024

    Elise Pickett joins us in this episode to talk about all things home vegetable gardening. Elise runs The Urban Harvest LLC, which is a platform that she uses to provide education on organic and sustainable gardening techniques.

    Elise has always had a passion for both gardening and her community. In the age of industrialized food production, she has taken it upon herself to equip people with the knowledge necessary to break free from toxic dietary lifestyles.

    Press play to discover:

    • How you can get started with your own edible garden.
    • The role that The Urban Harvest plays in its surrounding community.
    • The environmental benefits of cultivating an at-home garden.
    • How COVID-19 changed our perspective on modern food production.

    Are you nourishing your body with healthy foods regularly? No matter what your diet looks like, this podcast is sure to inform you about at-home gardening and its advantages…

    Want to learn more about The Urban Harvest? Visit theurbanharvest.com now!

    Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

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    21 m
  • Understanding Tree Physiology: Dr. John Seiler On Environmental Stress & Soil Health
    Jul 5 2024

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. John Seiler, a Professor and Tree Physiology Specialist at Virginia Tech College of Natural Resources and Environment. Dr. Seiler studies how environmental stress affects woody plant physiology, including water and pollutant stresses. This provides essential insight into a fascinating topic: the health and welfare of trees and the soil they live in…

    Jump in now to learn:

    • How Dr. Seiler got involved in studying plant biology.
    • Why carbon dioxide tends to come out of soil.
    • Why trees can grow in difficult conditions.
    • The spectrum of carbon compounds that make up forest systems.

    Whether you're a tree enthusiast or simply care about the environment, this podcast is undoubtedly for you. Join us as we delve into the captivating world of tree physiology – and discover how our green giants cope with environmental stresses.

    To find out more about Dr. Seiler, click here now!

    Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

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  • Green Innovations: A Deep Dive Into Plant Science With Kim Shearer Of The Morton Arboretum
    Jun 28 2024

    In this conversation, we explore the world of plant science with Kim Shearer, MS, the Director of Collections and Curator at The Morton Arboretum. With the central goal of creating a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world, Kim and her team are making strides in plant breeding and genetics by cultivating plants with broad adaptability, disease resistance, and pest resistance…

    Join us now to learn about:

    • What it’s like working with plants in a scientific setting.
    • How horticulturists keep track of the various plants in their care.
    • The most surprising thing about plants in controlled environments.
    • How new plants are imported into Arboretums.

    Whether you are a gardening junkie or a curious novice, this episode is sure to inspire and educate you about the fascinating work happening at The Morton Arboretum!

    Click here to learn more about Kim and her work with The Morton Arboretum.

    Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

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    28 m
  • Exploring How Nitrogen Fertilization Affects Soil Health With Soil Scientist Richard Mulvaney
    Jun 21 2024

    Nitrogen fertilizers are widely used in crop production around the world, but how does soil react to this treatment? Expert soil scientist Richard L. Mulvaney joins the podcast today to discuss his research looking into this question, and others like it…

    As a Professor of Soil Fertility at the University of Illinois, Richard is deeply involved in Illinois’s agricultural field. With three degrees in soil science, he has focused his investigations on the fate and behavior of soil and fertilizer nitrogen – specifically seeking to increase profits while also reducing the negative environmental impacts of excessive nitrogen inputs.

    In this episode, we explore:

    • What makes nitrogen useful for crop growth and plant nutrition.
    • The most common nitrogen fertilizer, and which crops it benefits most.
    • Why over-fertilization is detrimental to soil health.
    • Where corn crops derive the majority of their nitrogen from.

    Do the benefits of nitrogen fertilizer outweigh the negative effects on soil health? Join the conversation now to find out!

    To connect with Richard’s work for yourself, click here now!

    Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

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    55 m
  • Boosting Yields: Innovations In Vegetable Production With Dr. Ted McAvoy
    Jun 14 2024

    How do plant specialists help enhance vegetable production? Are there alternative irrigation systems that can increase the yield of certain crops? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ted McAvoy, an expert in crop production, to unpack this fascinating subject…

    Dr. McAvoy is an Assistant Professor of Horticulture at the University of Georgia. Here, his research focuses on all aspects of vegetable production in Georgia – including variety performance, disease resistance, fertilizer, irrigation and alternative crops. Using practical and data-driven recommendations, he is committed to increasing the productivity, sustainability, and profitability of crops for farmers across the state.

    Join us now to learn about:

    • What the major crops in Georgia are, and how extension specialists help them perform better.
    • Alternatives to conventional fertilizers that can save money and increase yields.
    • How crop variation plays a role in overall yields.

    To find out more about Dr. McAvoy and his work, click here now

    Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

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    26 m
  • Using Cold As A Tool: A Holistic Approach To Fat Loss & Increased Fitness Performance
    Jun 9 2024

    Can cold exposure really zap unwanted fat and increase exercise performance? Timmy Håman, the founder of Prime Science, thinks so – and he joins us to explain why…

    Timmy is a Swedish engineer based in London who has a passion for health and wellness. Through his own fitness journey, he discovered the advantages of cold therapies. He has achieved significant results with an array of treatments, and now, he’s on a mission to share the benefits with the world.

    Are you ready to find out how you can use cold as a tool in your life? Click play now!

    In this conversation, we discuss:

    • How Timmy’s fitness journey informed his current pursuit in the fitness industry.
    • What brown fat is, and how it differs from other types of fat.
    • Different things you can eat to increase your brown fat.
    • Different approaches to cold therapy, and how to optimize it to your specific goals.

    You can find out more about Timmy and his work with Prime Science here!

    Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

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    30 m