Best Permaculture Podcasts (2024)

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Setting Up a Shopify Farm Store 8:58

1d ago8:58

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In this episode, farmer Ray Tyler talks about how they set up their online farm store using Shopify. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Far…

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Podcast 665 – Molly Mac’s Consultation

2d ago

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Paul’s latest victim is Molly Mac and her 1.5 acre peninsula in Massachusetts. It’s a windy place but has plenty of various trees and an overall shape that’s not good for berms, so hugelkultur it is! There’s even a convenient space for a Rocket Mass Heater. Support the podcast on Patreon Show notes and discussion More information and discussion of …

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Aggregating to Boost Sales 5:50

2d ago5:50

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In this episode, farmer-aggregators Max Becher and Mike Roberts talk about how aggregating products has boosted their sales. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.…

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Getting Traction on Instagram 5:11

3d ago5:11

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In this episode, farmer and content creator Josh Sattin shares how he attracts--and sustains--a lot of attention on Instagram. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://appl…

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The Revolution In Soil Microscopy [FULL WEBINAR] 1:38:35

3d ago1:38:35

1:38:35

There's a revolution in soil science and soil microscopy that's happening right now. A collection of breakthroughs has led us to this point, BUT THERE IS SO MUCH MORE WAITING FOR US - learn how and why with Matt Powers in this free webinar, part of the series: BREAKTHROUGHS IN SOIL MICROSCOPYWatch the Full Webinar here: https://www.youtube.com/watc…

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When to Sow Which Microgreens 5:32

4d ago5:32

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In this episode, long-time microgreens grower Chris Thoreau talks about the right time to sow certain varieties of microgreens. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://app…

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Podcast 664 – Red Cabin RMH Mk.5 – Part 2

5d ago

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Paul and Uncle Mud continue to discuss the red cabin’s new Rocket Mass Heater and what they want from future modifications and designs, such as a cob hat, a simple instruction set for dealing with cold plugs and such, and maybe a way, or at least a warning, for dealing with the outside of the cob getting too hot. Support the podcast on Patreon Show…

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Replay: Jude Hobbs - What is a Permaculture Teacher Training? 1:01:31

5d ago1:01:31

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By Scott Mann

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Why Add Compost 3:22

5d ago3:22

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In this episode, farmer James Hutchinson talks about considering adding compost to our production beds. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable …

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Weighing the Positives More 3:50

6d ago3:50

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In this episode, psychologist Dr. Holly Roberts talks about giving more credit to the positives in our lives. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vege…

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Podcast 663 – Red Cabin RMH Mk.5 – Part 1

7d ago

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Paul sits down with Uncle Mud (Chris McClellan) to talk about the new Rocket Mass Heater in the Red Cabin, some history of the prior 4, and what they want from future designs, such as a riser made of firebricks, and bickering on how efficient the mass should be. Support the podcast on Patreon Show notes and discussion More information and discussio…

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12-Year Rotation System 5:23

7d ago5:23

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In this episode, teacher-turned-farmer Chad Gard shares the 12-year rotation system they implement on their farm. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW …

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An Overview of the US Flower Market 4:12

8d ago4:12

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In this episode, flower farmer Benny Pino shares a quick overview of the current state of the US flower market. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Ve…

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Podcast 662 – Bonnie Bassan’s Consultation – Part 2

9d ago

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Bonnie’s consultation on her half acre plot of clay-full soil in New Mexico continues into topics of apple tree seeding, drip irrigation, hugelkultur, chicken management, the Ruth Stout method of composting, and just how Paul manages to stay optimistic (hint: it involves gardens). Support the podcast on Patreon Show notes and discussion More inform…

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Field Struggles & The CSA 5:31

9d ago5:31

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In this episode, farmer Travis Schulert talks about their experience handling a CSA their first year while having struggles in their field. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens:…

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The Invisible World Your Plants And Your Soil Rely Upon 2024 With Matt Powers 1:43:31

10d ago1:43:31

1:43:31

There is an invisible world that all plants and soils rely upon, and our bright field microscopes cannot see it. Watch the Webinar Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jV93jawIuAwDo you want to learn MORE? Join us LIVE for the Next in the Webinar Series - The Revolution in Soil Microscopy:https://matt-powers.mykajabi.com/soilmicroscopybreakthrough…

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Checking Out & Focusing on the Moment 6:12

10d ago6:12

6:12

In this episode, guest Scott Hebert talks about the importance of taking the time to be present in each moment. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Ve…

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Taking the Time to Do Things Right 4:02

11d ago4:02

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In this episode, entrepreneur and new microgreens grower Pierre Marlow talks about the importance of taking the time to do things right to ensure a sustainable business. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts…

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Podcast 661 – Bonnie Bassan’s Consultation – Part 1

12d ago

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Paul has a new victim in the form of Bonnie Bassan and her roughly half acre New Mexico property. The place has a lot of clay, 10″ of precipitation, and a lot of wind. Sounds like a perfect place for Hugelkultur, just needs a bit of irrigation for a while to build the soil. Support the podcast on Patreon Show notes and discussion More information a…

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Selling Other Farmers' Number 1 & Number 2 Produce 7:36

12d ago7:36

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In this episode, farmer and aggregator Max Becher talks about how he began his farming business selling other farmers' Number 1 and Number 2 produce. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Mi…

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Replay: Dr. Talia Fletcher - Holistic Veterinary Medicine 35:27

12d ago35:27

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Donate Directly: via PayPal -or- Venmo @permaculturepodcast Want to listen to more conversations about Permaculture? Browse the extensive archives of the show. My guest for this episode is Dr. Talia Fletcher, a Canadian veterinarian, who takes a holistic approach to animals and medicine, that includes knowledge of permaculture and a background in W…

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Turning Down an Opportunity 5:41

13d ago5:41

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In this episode, microgreens grower Laura Patterson tells her story behind turning down growth opportunities for her business. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://appl…

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No-Till, Healthier Soil? 3:57

15d ago3:57

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In this episode, farmer and content creator Jesse Frost tackles the question of whether or not soil is healthier when growing without tillage. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgree…

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Seed Qualities to Look For 6:18

16d ago6:18

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In this episode, long-time microgreens grower Chris Thoreau discusses what qualities to look for when shopping for your next batch of seeds. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens…

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Compost Will Pay Off 6:12

17d ago6:12

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In this episode, The Lean Farmer Ben Hartman explains how applying compost on production beds will pay off. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegeta…

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Are Heating Costs Worth It? 3:31

18d ago3:31

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In this episode, The Urban Farmer Curtis Stone goes into the economics of whether or not heating is worth paying for. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1Q…

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Replay: Community Food Systems and Abundance 49:51

19d ago49:51

49:51

Support the 2023/2024 Campaign to Save Scott's Liver (and Heart) Donate Directly: via PayPal -or- Venmo @permaculturepodcast Want to listen to more conversations about Permaculture? Browse the extensive archives of the show. My guest for this episode is Lisa Fernandes, a permaculture practitioner and teacher, from Portland, Maine who is involved wi…

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Growing Cosmos 4:58

19d ago4:58

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In this episode, farming couple Benny & Courtney Pino talks about the nuances of growing cosmos as cut flowers. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Ve…

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Choosing an Organic Certifier 3:58

20d ago3:58

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In this episode, one of the first proponents of organic growing in America, Scott Murray, discusses how to go about choosing an organic certifier for your farm. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego…

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The Basics of Conventional Plant Breeding 7:41

21d ago7:41

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In this episode, plant scientist Nikolay Georgiev gives a brief rundown of how conventional plant breeding is done. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXm…

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Lean on What Sells 3:51

22d ago3:51

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In this episode, farmer Kim McDoughty-Cannon talks about the importance of focusing on the crops that sell well. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW V…

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What Holds People Back from Farming 3:46

23d ago3:46

3:46

In this episode, content creator and homesteader Jason Contreras talks about some of the reasons that hold people back from farming. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https:…

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Increasing Farm Efficiency with Mechanizing 5:57

24d ago5:57

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In this episode, farmer Dean Buttacavoli of Cabbage Throw Farm shares how they upped the ante of their farm efficiency when they started mechanizing some of their tasks. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts…

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Permaculture For Beginners [Full Webinar] 1:54:54

25d ago1:54:54

1:54:54

Listen to a CRASH COURSE in Permaculture + My Permaculture Story told like never before!!Free #Permaculture Ebooks, Downloads, Books, Courses, & More:https://www.thepermaculturestudent.comWatch it on Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dy1S9J95eWo&t=26sBy Matt Powers

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The Transferable Skills that Come with Experience 4:17

25d ago4:17

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In this episode, long-time microgreens grower Chris Thoreau talks about the non-farming skills that farmers gain as they learn to grow better crops. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Mic…

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Podcast 660 – Orchard Gertitude

26d ago

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Paul was talking apple orchards and commodity markets with Samantha when she managed to sum it up so well that he had to make a podlet out of it while also touching on the overall state of farmers, their pay, and how they’re getting screwed over by the markets. Support the podcast on Patreon Show notes and discussion More information and discussion…

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Replay: The Commons 52:13

26d ago52:13

52:13

By Scott Mann

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Type 1 & Type 2 Waste 6:44

26d ago6:44

6:44

In this episode, The Lean Farmer Ben Hartman talks about the two types of waste and how to address them for better farm efficiency. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https:/…

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Sourcing Product for Aggregation 3:47

27d ago3:47

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In this episode, farmer and aggregator Max Becher talks about the logistics behind sourcing products as an aggregator. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1…

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Living Permaculture | Claude Jolicoeur 27:58

28d ago27:58

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On this episode of Living Permaculture, hosts Vanessa Harmony and Jerome Osentowski interview Claude Jolicoeur, a cider maker, apple grower, engineer, and author of multiple books and articles on the topic of cider including, “The New Cider Maker’s Handbook”, and, “Cider Planet”. They discuss the methods behind Claude’s award-winning ciders and exp…

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Podcast 659 – Tim Kostamo’s Consultation

28d ago

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Another poor fool has parted with cash and gotten a consultation from Paul! Tim Kostamo has a 10-acre property in British Colombia with plenty of trees, water, and poor soil. Paul’s advice includes hugelkultur, conifer removal, taking it slow, and building wavy deer fences. Support the podcast on Patreon Show notes and discussion More information a…

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Compatibility of Sprays & Beneficial Insects 3:19

29d ago3:19

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In this episode, Sheri Frey of Arbico Organics talks about using sprays concurrently with beneficial insects. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vege…

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Podcast 658 – Heatpumps v Rocket Mass Heaters – Part 2

30d ago

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Paul and Uncle Mud continue the discussion of the home heating infographic (permies.com/heat), with this episode talking more about how Rocket Mass Heaters compare in terms of market volatility, automation, maintenance, and durability with other heating methods. Support the podcast on Patreon Show notes and discussion More information and discussio…

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Review: The Resilient Farm and Homestead by Ben Falk 8:27

30d ago8:27

8:27

Donate Directly: via PayPal -or- Venmo @permaculturepodcast Want to listen to more conversations about Permaculture? Browse the extensive archives of the show. This episode is a review of Ben Falk's recently released book The Resilient Farm and Homestead, published by Chelsea Green. Learn MoreBy Scott Mann

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A Life Beside Microgreens 5:50

1M ago5:50

5:50

In this episode, entrepreneur and microgreens grower Pierre Marlow describes designing a business that allows for time away from the business. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgree…

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High Tunnel Pay Back Period 5:55

1M ago5:55

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In this episode, veteran farmer Nicolas Donck talks about how long it takes for a high tunnel to pay itself back. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW …

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Podcast 657 – Heatpumps v Rocket Mass Heaters – Part 1

1M ago

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Paul and Uncle Mud discuss the home heating infographic which they published on permies.com/heat, although since it was made, the price of electricity has gone up by 30%, and how Rocket Mass Heaters compare to other heating methods in terms of installation, operation, carbon footprint, and a bunch more. Support the podcast on Patreon Show notes and…

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A Checklist for the Organic Inspector 4:10

1M ago4:10

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In this episode, organic certification inspector Laura Murray talks about things to prepare when the organic inspector is on their way to the farm. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Micr…

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Replay: Peacemaking and Permaculture 47:16

1M ago47:16

47:16

By Scott Mann

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Bring in the Pros 6:16

1M ago6:16

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In this episode, new microgreen grower Jacob Goldfarb and long-time microgreen grower Chris Thoreau talk about when to DIY a microgreen set up and when to start bringing in the pros. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperp…

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