Regenerative Agronomy: Recent Episodes
Soilcraft
This is a show where we desire to bring value to you through sharing leading edge knowledge and education with you. We will bust myths, give insight on best principles and practices, and give you the tools to make your farm more successful.
Summary:
In this conversation, Dr. Tom Dykstra discusses the intricate relationship between plant health, water management, and the role of mites in agriculture. He emphasizes the importance of understanding overwatering, the bioelectromagnetic aspects of plant physiology, and the nutritional needs of plants and insects. The discussion also delves into the complexities of insect perception and the implications of plant health on pest management strategies.
Takeaways:
Overwatering can lead to unhealthy plants that attract pests.
Mites play a role in cleaning out unhealthy plants.
Bioelectromagnetics can influence plant health and insect behavior.
Water quality is crucial for effective irrigation and plant growth.
Calcium is essential for plant health and nutrient uptake.
Insects perceive their environment through various frequencies.
Healthy plants can coexist with mites without significant damage.
The two-spotted spider mite thrives in dehydrated conditions.
Plant catabolism can attract pests like spider mites.
Understanding plant health is key to managing pest populations.
Chapters:
00:00 Compensating for Salt and Overwatering
00:56 The Benefits of Dousing Plants with Water
02:55 Water Saturation and Soil Infiltration
04:44 The Role of Xylem Tissue in Water Uptake
07:41 The Importance of Water Quality
11:21 Root Growth and Watering Practices
15:14 The Impact of Drip Irrigation on Root Growth
18:57 The Role of Insects in Plant Health
20:20 The Problem with Eradicating Mites
21:17 Considering Energy and Frequency in Food Consumption
22:27 The Solution: Overwatering and Irrigation Management
25:21 Introduction and Technical Difficulties
25:35 Background and Conference Attendance
27:03 Dr. Dykstra's Introduction and Degrees in Entomology
28:29 Bioelectromagnetics and Insect Sensory Systems
32:55 Insect Vision and Frequencies
39:24 Infrared Frequencies and Dielectric Antenna
44:56 Research on the Two-Spotted Spider Mite
48:28 The Relationship Between Plant Health, Dehydration, and Two-Spotted Spider Mites
54:37 The Disassociation Between Cell Membrane and Cell Wall During Dehydration
59:56 The Impact of Protein Breakdown and Dipeptides on Mite Feeding
01:11:14 The Presence of Mites in a Healthy Plant Relationship
In this conversation, Denver Black and Trent Graybill discuss fall management practices in agriculture. They emphasize the importance of preparing for the next crop during the fall season and highlight the potential benefits of stimulating soil biology and breaking down crop residue. They also discuss the role of microorganisms in nutrient availability and disease prevention. The conversation touches on topics such as irrigation, exudate production, and the impact of cover crops. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of investing in the fall to lay a strong foundation for the next growing season.
Takeaways:
Fall is a critical time for preparing for the next crop
Stimulating soil biology and breaking down crop residue can have significant benefits
Microorganisms play a crucial role in nutrient availability and disease prevention
Investing in the fall can lay a strong foundation for the next growing season
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Context
01:06 The Importance of Fall Management Practices
04:17 Breaking Down Crop Residue
07:13 The Role of Microorganisms in Disease Prevention
10:38 Investing in the Fall for Future Benefits
In this unique podcast we get the rare opportunity to interview Dr Arden Anderson and Dr Tom Dykstra after an epic conference in beautiful CDA Idaho.
Just before the podcast we discovered that both of these giants in the regen space studied under Dr Phillip Callahan, ("Tuning into nature") expert in antennas, communication, frequencies, and etymology and a legend in our space. Needless to say we unpack this gem.
We also take time to discuss what it takes to think deeply and make real progress by stepping out of super reductionism and studying with breadth as well as depth.
We hope you enjoy this podcast and please let us know if you would like to listen to more podcasts in this format.
Riaan Kirsten of Rainmaker joins us to describe their AOP- Advanced Oxidation Process for treating Irrigation water. Riaan will be at the Soilcraft Regenerative Agricultre Conference 2024 in CDA Idah Jan 17,18,19
"What is your #1 input in crop production?
Is it NPKS?
No... Its water
What is your water like?
Is it pure water?
Join me as we dive into an incredible technology that allows us to free the water as a catalyst initiating electron swaps and changes. Enabling the water and whatever you apply within it to truly make an impact.
- Increase the amount of water you can hold
- Increase how deep your roots grow
- Reduce your input costs
- and drastically reduce the stress in your crops!
Join us as we discuss the incredible impacts of plant-based flavonoid’s used as foliars etc to both reduce stress and increase photo synthetic capacity in our crops. Special guest Kevin Joyce from Crop Bio Life.
Join the Soilcraft Team and our special guest Craig Harding, as we talk about the importance of silica. What is Silica What is Silica responsible for in plants? How do we use Silica at Soilcraft? What have we seen from the use of Silica
Join us as we interview Craig Harding, Director at Riverside farm in Zambia Africa, and learn about what urged him to regenerative management on the picturesque farm producing bananas, soy, and wheat on the edge of the Kafue river. Craig has been integrating livestock as well as cover crops, mineral nutrient foliars, and soil stimulating fertigations. He describes how the farm serves the community surrounding for food security etc as well as the “why” that is propelling his conviction to change.
In this episode we talk about Vermicast Compost/Brew. What is it How do we use it Results we have seen from Vermicast
In this episode we talk about our fundamental principles at Soilcraft. 5 Principles of Regenerative Agriculture Feeding the Soil Beneficial Microbes Earth Minerals Timed Foliar's
In this episode we talk about Nutrient Efficiency. This is especially important for us to understand as we see fertilizer prices and availability being affected drastically! Carbon Microbes Micronutrients Distinct Molecular forms of said Nutrients
In this episode we talk about our mission at Soilcraft. This is the paradigm, philosophy, tools and people to accomplish our mission. Goal of Operations Types of Products and Services Primary Customers and Markets Region of Operations
In this episode we talk about our vision statement and why we are so passionate about it. TO BE THE COMPANY THAT LEADS THE WORLD IN HEALING PEOPLE BY REDEEMING AGRICULTURAL PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES TO THE WAY THE CREATOR DESIGNED THEM.
Listen as our founder Dwayne Bowman shares his story on how Soilcraft began. This story is critical to understanding why we do what we do.