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Craig LeHoullier shares profound insights into the world of tomato growing, breeding and tasting! Opening tune: Solanaceae by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) Craig LeHoullier's Links: Craig's website and blog: https://www.craiglehoullier.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nctomatoman/ https://victoryseeds.com/

In this episode we take a shallow dive into wetland terminology! Intro tune: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) Resources: http://www.wetlandpolicy.ca https://www.ducks.ca/ https://www.merriam-webster.com/

In this episode Andrew Millison shares some his knowledge and adventures. His extensive travels and teaching experience give him unique insights into the workings of water systems. Opening music: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) Linking up with Andrew Millison: Andrew's website: https://www.andrewmillison.com/ Andrew's awesome YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgb_TbreMgfDdLKkr4yYJHw Permaculture Water Summit: https://permaculturesummit.online/ Oregon State University Permaculture Design Course: https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/osu-permaculture-design

What are beneficial ways of keeping water onsite to build a lush habitat for humans and wildlife? How can you locate the best spot to construct a pond in your landscape? What indicators can give hints about existing subterranean water systems? When is the best time to shape your land for water retention? From cold plunges, land regeneration, habitat diversification, climate resilience, soundscape enhancement to intense beauty and entertainment, water nurtures living systems. In this episode Ben Falk of Whole Systems Design shares profound insights into the workings and wonders of water systems! Opening tune: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) To contact Ben Falk, see more of his glorious work, register for courses or order his brilliant book (The Resilient Farm and Homestead): https://www.wholesystemsdesign.com/

What is forest beer? How can you collect a yeast starter from the wild? Can lacto-fermentation be successful with little to no brine? We are surrounded by wild food! In this episode Pascal Baudar shares profound insights into the world of wildcrafting cuisine. His knowlege regarding traditional preservation methods, combined with his passion for flavour, kindles creative and exciting ways to make use of abundant, invasive plants! Opening tune: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) Pascal Baudar: The forager and courses: https://www.urbanoutdoorskills.com His pottery: https://www.pascalbaudarceramics.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pascalbaudar/ https://www.instagram.com/wildcraftedceramics/

How are nettles prepared and eaten traditionally? Which are some tasty wild water plants and what considerations insure safe harvest? How can learning the plant families facilitate developing identification skills and expand culinary possibilities? Alan Bergo explores foraging and the incredible culinary potential of wild plants! Opening tune: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) Alan Bergo amazing website: https://foragerchef.com/ Alan Bergo's book 'Flora' in Sam Thayer's shop: https://www.foragersharvest.com/store/c2/Books

How long have humans been cultivating peas? What types of Pisum sativum are best for your garden? At which temperatures do peas thrive? This episode is all about Pisum sativum in less than 5 minutes! Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) References: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_pisa6.pdf https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_PLANTMATERIALS/publications/nypmctn13507.pdf https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/pea https://www.britannica.com/science/nitrogen-fixing-bacteria

Are sweet potatoes related to potatoes? What are some root colors other than orange? What do you need to know before growing Ipomoea batatas in your garden? In this episode I was joined by Kate Garvie of Heartbeet farm to discuss all things Ipomoea batatas! Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) Where to learn more about and reach Kate: [email protected] https://heartbeetfarm.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/heartbeetf https://instagram.com/heartbeet_farm?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= The EFAO farmer led research program: https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/EFAO-Sweet-Potatoes-2020-final-audio.pdf

How does a seedless watermelon grow from a seed? Are watermelon seeds edible? Where did Citrullus lanatus originate? This episode is all about Citrullus lanatus (watermelon)! Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) References: https://cucurbitbreeding.wordpress.ncsu.edu/watermelon-breeding/seedless-watermelon-breeding/ https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2101486118 http://www.sci-news.com/genetics/kordofan-melon-genome-09692.html https://watermelontimes.com/watermelon-history/ https://plantvillage.psu.edu/topics/watermelon/infos https://ipm.missouri.edu/MEG/2020/7/watermelon-DT/ https://www.seedsavers.org/grow-watermelon https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/citrullus

What are some differences between flour, flint, dent, sweet and pop corn? How can you reliably save your own corn seeds? Why should you consider saving seeds and selecting for your bio-region? In this episode Don Tipping (of Siskiyou Seeds) shares stories, histories, growing insights and experiences that he has amassed throughout his adventures with Zea mays (corn)! Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) To reach Don Tipping and view his amazing works: https://www.siskiyouseeds.com/

Can you grow onions on a roof? Which species of Allium can be harvested all winter long? What do you call a plant that is beautiful, tasty and attractive to pollinators? In this episode I was joined by the extreme salad and onion man, Stephen Barstow, to explore the amazingly diverse Allium genus. Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) How to reach Stephen, view some of his work and gorgeous Allium photos: Stephen's blog: edimentals.com Edimentals on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/273637002647408 Youtube video of The Allium Garden Chicago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6n6Ucq3tlHo The Allium garden at Ringve (Chicago): https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10156846106840860 KVANN's World Garden and other collections at Væres Venner: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10158907489285860 Edimentalliums (Allium 2012-2021): https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150966880345860.471791.655215859 The Edible Garden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVkv8ghbcNY Norwegian Seed Savers: kvann.no KVANN (Norwegian Seed Savers) Allium guild on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/413417636047520

Are sweet and hot peppers the same species? What is the Scoville scale? In which growing conditions do Capsicum annuum plants flourish? Can you save your own pepper seeds? This episode is an introduction to Capsicum annuum! Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) References: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170108/nutrients https://peppergeek.com/how-to-store-pepper-seeds/ https://www.ishs.org/ishs-article/288_24 https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/capsicum-annuum https://www.masterclass.com/articles/a-guide-to-the-scoville-scale#the-origins-of-the-scoville-scale