863: Greg on starting your spring garden
The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson
by Urban Farm Team
2d ago
A Rosie On The House Radio Show Replay In This Podcast: Farmer Greg and Romey discuss getting your garden started. They emphasize the importance of thoughtful garden placement to harness microclimates and proper sun exposure. Greg shares strategies for garden planning, utilizing different water sources like gray water and rainwater harvesting, and innovative solutions like raised beds and hydroponics. The episode also covers managing pests, chickens as a resource, and creating and maintaining healthy soil. Visit www.UrbanFarm.org/863-Rosie for the show notes and links on this episode! Need a l ..read more
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862: Dirt Craft Organics on Building Healthy Soil.
The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson
by Urban Farm Team
1w ago
Cultivating Soil: The Dirt Craft Story In This Podcast: We feature Adam Schwartz and Sarah Murphy, founders of Dirt Craft Living Soils, a company that creates high-quality, peat-free soil mixes for organic farmers and gardeners in the Southeast. Adam and Sarah discuss their backgrounds in farming and environmentalism, their move to North Carolina, and the establishment of their soil business in 2018. They emphasize the importance of local, sustainable agriculture and detail their innovative composting facility aimed at producing certified organic compost from pre-consumer food waste. The conve ..read more
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861: Ashley Williamson on planting orchards to transform communities
The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson
by Urban Farm Team
2w ago
Giving Grove uses fruit trees as community engagement tools In This Podcast: Ashley Williamson of The Giving Grove discusses her journey and efforts to foster community through the planting of fruit trees. With a background in social work and international experience from the Peace Corps, Ashley co-leads the nonprofit organization that supports the establishment of community orchards in various urban settings across the United States. The Giving Grove collaborates with local nonprofits to initiate orchard programs, providing necessary resources, education, and funding. Ashley highlights their ..read more
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860: Julia Dakin on Wild Nutrition: Seed Saving for Wellness.
The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson
by Urban Farm Team
2w ago
Exploring how seed saving can bring more nutrition to your plate. In This Podcast: Julia Dakin talks about Eating on the Wild Side. Greg and Julie discuss the nutritional and health benefits of wild and heirloom foods compared to their modern counterparts. They dive into uncovering how our food choices have evolved and the impact on our health and also discuss practical ways to incorporate these nutrient-rich foods into everyday diets. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding and selecting foods that offer superior health benefits. Julia provides actionable advice and insigh ..read more
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859: Holistic Gardening Insights with Janis Norton - A Rosie Replay
The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson
by Urban Farm Team
3w ago
Learning Holistic Gardening through Permaculture Principle In This Podcast: of Rosie on the House, Janis Norton the manager of all things Urban Farm, Romey Romero and Farmer Greg discuss holistic gardening and permaculture. They define holistic gardening as considering the entire ecosystem, including your yard and neighborhood. The conversation covers permaculture ethics—care for the earth, care for people, and care for the future—and practical tips like zoning and regenerative systems. They also introduce the Permaculture Design Course, emphasizing it as a deep dive into sustainable and inter ..read more
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858: Seeds of Innovation and Natural Harmony
The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson
by Urban Farm Team
3w ago
A Seed Chat with Bill McDorman In this episode, Greg Peterson from Urban Farm U and Bill McDorman discuss seed-saving and the importance of embracing creativity and chaos in gardening, particularly during winter. They delve into personal anecdotes about sustainable practices and running businesses, highlighting the intersections of fear, excitement, and change in various aspects of life. Additionally, they touch on the evolving practices in permaculture and grain cultivation, particularly Kernza, and its potential for sustainable agriculture. Visit www.urbanfarm.org/858-seed for the show notes ..read more
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857: Rebecca Newburn on Building Seed Swap Resources
The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson
by Urban Farm Team
1M ago
Seed exchange resources, tips and tools. In This Podcast: Rebecca Newburn, discusses the importance and logistics of organizing seed swaps. She explains the benefits of seed swaps, including local adaptation of seeds and community connections. Then highlights various resources she's created, such as organizing guides, seed swap participants guides, and seed labeling templates to improve the experience for both donors and borrowers. Rebecca also emphasizes the importance of proper labeling and education on seed diversity and viability. Additionally, she introduces innovative tools and resources ..read more
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856: Mike Clow on Technology on the Homestead
The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson
by Urban Farm Team
1M ago
Balancing Technology and Nature in Homesteading In This Podcast: Mike Clow, a homesteader, engineer, and co-founder of Desert Life Ranch, discusses his journey from suburban life to sustainable living in the Arizona desert. He emphasizes the importance of integrating technology like solar power and aquaponics to enhance self-reliance and sustainability. Mike introduces his innovative project 'Homestead Electronics,' which uses affordable, custom-built sensors to monitor various homestead parameters, aiming to simplify and improve homestead management. Mike also touches on the challenges and co ..read more
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855: David Stelzer on revolutionizing organic food distribution.
The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson
by Urban Farm Team
1M ago
Changing the way we stock our pantries. In This Podcast: David Stelzer, founder and CEO of Azure Standard, discusses the evolution of his company from selling organic grain out of his pickup truck to building a nationwide organic food distribution network. David shares his personal journey into organic farming, inspired by his parents' commitment to a healthy diet after his own health issues as a child. He describes the creation of Community Drops, a unique delivery system that spans 50 states, enabling Azure Standard to serve over 3 million families. David also talks about the importance of h ..read more
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854: Debbie Piesen on Building Hone Scale DC Grids.
The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson
by Urban Farm Team
1M ago
854: Debbie Piesen on Building Hone Scale DC Grids. Living Energy Farm's Renewable Journey Explained. In This Podcast: Debbie Piesen from Living Energy Farm discusses sustainable energy systems and microgrids. Debbie explains her journey and the challenges of living off-grid without fossil fuels. She shares the benefits and challenges of DC microgrids over AC systems and the importance of good design and decentralized energy production. Additionally, Debbie highlights various sustainable practices and projects, including solar ovens and battery storage, that are being implemented at Living Ene ..read more
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