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In Search of Soil

by Diego Footer

Exploring the mysteries of soil in search of answers that you can use in your garden or on your farm. Each week features scientists and experts sharing insights into topics like soil science, composting, cover cropping, biochar, no-till, and fungi, among other things! In Search of Soil is hosted and produced by Diego Footer.

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#30
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8
days in the top 50 since Nov 2024

Latest episodes

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Soil Macrofauna with Dr. Adriano Sofo - ISOS S2 #10

In this episode of In Search of Soil, we're talking to Italian soil Scientist Dr. Adriano Sofo to shed some light on the importance of soil macrofauna, earthworms, beetle

Jul 29 2023
1 h 14 min

The Science of EM (Essential Microorganisms) with Dr. Matthew Wood - ISOS S2 #9

In this episode of In Search of Soil, we're talking to one of the pioneers in developing probiotic technology, Dr. Matthew Wood, to shed some light on what efficient micr

Jul 22 2023
1 h 02 min

The Science of Biochar with Dr. Kurt Spokas - ISOS S2 #8

In this episode of In Search of Soil, we're talking to soil scientist Dr. Kurt Spokas of the United States Department of Agriculture to walk us through what biochar is, w

Jul 15 2023
1 h 12 min

The Role of Clay in Soils with Dr. David Laird - ISOS S2 #7

In this episode of In Search of Soil, we're talking to Dr. David Laird of Iowa State University to shed some light on what it means to have clay soil, what its benefits a

Jul 8 2023
1 h 34 min

Applying Better Soil Microbes with Dr. Jane Fife - ISOS S2 #6

In this episode of In Search of Soil, we're talking to 3Bar Biologic's Dr. Jane Fife to shed some light on microbial biologics, realistic expectations of what they can do

Jul 1 2023
1 h 10 min

Benefits of Trichoderma with Dr. Gary Harman - ISOS S2 #5

In this episode of In Search of Soil, we have Dr. Gary Harman of Cornell University on the show to talk about what Trichoderma is, what it does to the soil and all the be

Jun 24 2023
1 h 24 min

Regenerative Soils with Dr. Gabe Kenne - ISOS S2 #4

In recent years, there's been a visible shift of farmers and growers, especially the younger ones, moving into more regenerative agricultural practices. That as may be, t

Jun 17 2023
1 h 13 min

Soil Microbes with Dr. Paul Zorner - ISOS S2 #3

As farmers and growers, one of the number one things we need to take good care of to ensure good production is our soil. Now, there are a ton of practices and amendments

Jun 10 2023
1 h 51 min

Soil Humus with Dr. Johannes Lehman - ISOS S2 #2

In this episode of In Search of Soil, we have Dr. Johannes Lehmann, one of the leading scientists in the field of soil biogeochemistry. We'll discuss and question everyth

Jun 3 2023
1 h 47 min

Biochar with Francesco Tortorici - ISOS S2 #1

In this episode of In Search of Soil, we have biochar scientist and citizen scientist advocate Francesco Tortorici to fill in those knowledge gaps and encourage you to pu

May 27 2023
1 h 37 min

In Search Of Soil: Season 2 Starts Next Week!

We're collecting a new batch of In Search Of Soil episodes! Season 2 starts next week. We know you'll love what comes next! Stay tuned for more deep-dive explorations int

May 20 2023
1 min

In Search Of Soil: Season 2 Coming Soon!

We're cultivating a new crop of In Search Of Soil episodes for you, and Season 2 is coming soon! Stay tuned for the next batch of explorations into the science behind you

May 13 2023
1 min

In Search Of Soil: Season 2 Is On The Way!

We're collecting a new batch of In Search Of Soil episodes! Season 2 is in the near future, and we know you'll love what comes next. Stay tuned for the next batch of deep

May 6 2023
1 min

Compost with Randy Ritchie - ISOS S1 #10

We've heard and talked about compost and compost teas. We've also discussed all the different ways to make your own compost and compost teas. But say that you just don't

Apr 22 2023
1 h 49 min

Soil Carbon with Dr. Bruno Basso - ISOS S1 #9

Carbon sequestration, carbon emission, carbon building. Soil carbon, organic carbon, and accessible carbon. They all keep popping up here and there in the farming space,

Apr 15 2023
2 h 04 min

Soil Nutrients with Dr. Buz Kloot - ISOS S1 #8

What if your soil test just came back, and suddenly someone tells you that your soil's nutrient values will stay consistent regardless of whether or not you put amendment

Apr 8 2023
1 h 34 min

Mycology with Peter McCoy - ISOS S1 #7

One of the members of the soil ecology that is mentioned on a generalized note is fungi. Although we recognize their importance, there aren't a lot of specifics tied to m

Apr 1 2023
2 h 13 min

Nitrogen Fixation with Dr. Michael Miille - ISOS S1 #6

With how far science has come, we're still at odds in the face of finding the holy grail of agricultural research: finding nitrogen-fixing bacteria that affiliate with no

Mar 25 2023
1 h 46 min

Compost Tea with Troy Hinke - ISOS S1 #5

In this episode of In Search of Soil, we'll get information about compost tea from soil consultant Troy Hinke. There is a multitude of soil amendments out there just bu

Mar 18 2023
1 h 51 min

Biochar With Kelpie Wilson - ISOS S1 #4

In this episode of In Search of Soil, we'll be learning information about biochar straight from a biochar expert, Kelpie Wilson. There are as many soil amendments out t

Mar 11 2023
59 min

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