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Compost, Cover Crops & Biochar – Epi-3429

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Today we look at the trifecta of soil fertility for the home gardener, homesteader and permaculturist.  They are bioreactor compost, cover cropping and biochar.  With these three components you can grow almost anything and drive your inputs to almost nothing over a short time. With these three simple to do but somewhat complex to understand tactics in your tool chest you can solve so many problems with both disease and pests and grow more then you ever thought you could.  These three tactics work together to form a natural and biological solution to common issues in the garden and on … Continue reading →

Taking Biochar Further with Michael Wittman- Epi-3307

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In this episode of The Survival Podcast, we are excited to welcome back, Michael Wittman, a guest who has been making remarkable strides in the field of sustainability. Our guest, an accomplished entrepreneur, joins us for a second time to explore the practical applications of biochar beyond basic soil improvement. Hailing from America’s heartland, our guest has cultivated a deep expertise in harnessing the potential of biochar. Building upon our previous discussion, we will delve into the diverse uses of biochar that extend beyond its traditional role. During our conversation, our guest will shed light on the various ways biochar … Continue reading →

Biochar on the Homestead of Small Farm – Epi-3250

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Today is really more than a podcast.  I would consider it a full on introduction workshop for making, using and understanding biochar.  It will be geared to the homestead or small farm level of things. We will talk just a little bit about what larger systems can do, but 95% of what you learn today will apply to any backyard garden or small to medium homestead property.  Honestly this one has so much in it, I should be charging for it as a paid virtual workshop, but that isn’t me, it is free to all. Resources for today’s show… Join … Continue reading →

Episode-1602- Gloria Flora on Small Scale Biochar

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Gloria Flora founded and directs the U.S. Biochar Initiative (USBI) as a project of her non-profit, Sustainable Obtainable Solutions. Through USBI, Gloria promotes the sustainable production and use of biochar. Biochar fits in the nexus of her work in large landscape conservation strategies, climate change action, forest health collaborative, public land sustainability and as well as her permaculture passion. Last century she served 23 years in the U.S. Forest Service, including as Forest Supervisor on two national forests. Gloria and her husband are growing TerraFlora Sylvanculture Learning Center focused on permaculture in forested environments. Flora’s won many awards for environmental … Continue reading →