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What a pleasure to be joined by Rachael & Damian of Home Soil in Canberra, Australia. This hard working duo have completely transformed the soil around their homestead to be incredibly productive and healthy gardens! We explore some of the key influences shaping their approach to gardening, from Charles Dowding’s emphasis on minimising soil disturbance and making vegetable growing accessible, to Elaine Ingham’s work around root exudates, plant succession and soil compaction, and Dan Kittredge’s perspective on caring for soil microbes by providing them with food, water and protection. We also reflect on the importance of combining scientific understanding with observation and a deeper connection to the garden, while recognising the First Nations knowledge and understandings that have informed many of the ideas we continue to explore. Looking ahead, there’s a growing interest in seed saving, cool-climate syntropic agroforestry and continuing to learn through practice. In March, they’ll also have the opportunity to attend a two-week, on-site Permaculture Design Course hosted by David Holmgren, adding another exciting chapter to their ongoing learning journey. Follow Home Soil here: https://www.instagram.com/home.soil/ If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

In this episode I sit down with Andrew Cameron from Life & Land to talk about working with nature and what it actually means to steward the land in which we find ourselves while balancing that with our goals and lifestyle. We get into soil, plants, observation and some of the bigger ideas around how we can work with natural systems rather than constantly trying to control them. I really loved Andrew's take on the situation in the northern rivers and how that can help us to understand other parts of our food and living systems in this country more broadly. Follow Andrew Here: https://www.lifeandland.net.au/ https://www.instagram.com/andrew._.c/ If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

This episode I am joined by the extremely inspiring Maurice "Mo" Diaz or iGro Soil! Mo is a student of Matt Powers Regenerative Soil and Microscopy, and has excelled in his own right producing some top quality brews and educating his audience about them. He is also fronting a movement, affectionately called 'The Purple Revolution'... where he is bringing to the forefront the power of PNSB or Purple Non-Sulphur Bacteria... an absolute powerhouse to have in our soils! Mo shares his story with us, as well as some of the lessons and tips he has learnt along the way. A super friendly and easy going chat with a lovely human being. I hope you enjoy! Follow iGro Soil Here: https://www.youtube.com/@igrosoil  https://www.instagram.com/igrosoil/ https://www.facebook.com/igro.soil If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

In this episode of The Shed Organics Show, I sit down with Matt Haggerty from Prospect Pastural & Natural Intelligence Farming to explore what happens when we stop trying to control nature and start paying closer attention to the intelligence already built into living systems. We talk about soil, plants, microbes, grazing, observation and the relationships that connect them all, as well as the ways modern agriculture can sometimes overlook the incredible complexity of the ecosystems we’re working within. Matt shares his perspective on Natural Intelligence Farming, what he has learned from observing these systems in practice, and why developing the ability to read the landscape may be just as important as the techniques we use to manage it. There’s plenty in here for anyone interested in regenerative agriculture, living soil, ecological farming or simply understanding the natural world a little better. Follow Matt Here: https://www.instagram.com/matthaggerz/ https://www.instagram.com/prospectpastoral/ https://www.instagram.com/naturalintelligencefarming/ https://naturalintelligencefarming.com/ If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

This week we have the lead citizen mycologist from the organisation 'We Forest Earth' Pierre here to share his stories and insights! This mans knowledge is incredible and I am super grateful to have had the chance to sit down with him. We spoke about how he is leading the charge in a new way of regnerating bushland. Not only one that takes out the woody weed species like camphor laurel that have taken over landscapes... but also providing a viable food or medicine crop from the resulting decomposing material. A monster episode for anyone into ways of working with land, understanding natural sequences and the future of community resilience long term. Follow Pierre here: https://weforestearth.com.au/ https://rainbowregen.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/rainbow_regen/ If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

In this episode, I’m joined by Liam Kleyn from Grolia, to talk about something that sounds simple in theory but can be surprisingly difficult in practice: growing mushrooms at home. We talk about why mushroom growing can be so frustrating for the average person, what Liam saw as the opportunity to make the process much simpler, and the thinking behind the new 'Flush' machine Grolia has developed to bring mushroom growing into the home. But there’s a lot more to it than just designing a machine. Liam takes me through the process of developing the idea, building prototypes, manufacturing it, and figuring out how to make something practical, functional and good enough to actually sit in someone’s kitchen. It’s a really interesting look at what happens when you take something that has traditionally been a little complicated and try to redesign the entire experience around making it accessible to everyday people. Follow Grolia here: https://grolia.com.au/ If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

What does it actually take to build a life around farming? In this episode, I sit down with Clara Roza from Crimson Crown Farm to talk about the reality of choosing agriculture as a way of life. We get into what drew Clara to farming, the challenges of building a farm from the ground up, learning to work with the land, producing real food, and creating a life that is connected to seasons, soil and community. Clara shares her experiences, lessons and perspective on small-scale farming, and what it took to make that farm dream a reality. Follow Clara Here: https://www.instagram.com/clarathefarmer/ https://www.instagram.com/crimsoncrownfarm/ If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

Today on the show I am joined by Will Brinkerhoff, a soil scientist and chef who is helping highlight the link between beautiful regeneratively grown produce, soil quality, and the taste of the food itself. I loved getting to find out what it is like to cook with produce that is grown in the best ways possible, focusing on soil health, vitality, and regenerating the land alongside it... as well as what Will has been studying in his PhD in soil science. A great conversation and I know you'll love it too! Find Will Here: https://linktr.ee/willbrinkerhoff https://www.instagram.com/willbrinkerhoff/ If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

What a pleasure to sit down with the amazing Chris Trump! Chris has spent years learning how farmers can work with biology rather than constantly relying on purchased inputs, and this conversation goes right into that bigger question: How much of what a plant needs can actually be provided by a functioning soil ecosystem? We talk indigenous microorganisms, soil biology, mineral nutrition, plant health and nutrient density, along with where biology fits alongside minerals and amendments. We also get into farmer independence, what Chris has learned from taking Natural Farming from theory into large-scale agriculture, and how we can start applying some of these principles in our own gardens and soils. A really interesting conversation about microbes, minerals, plants and ultimately learning how to work a little closer with nature! Follow Chris Here: https://www.instagram.com/soilsteward/ https://linktr.ee/biomei If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

What if the abundance growing in our backyards could help feed our communities? In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Redmond, founder of Lemonshare... an Australian platform helping neighbours find, share, swap and sell locally grown fruit, vegetables, herbs, plants and other garden produce. We explore the enormous amount of food quietly growing... and often going to waste... in Australian backyards, the limitations of a food system built for scale, and the potential of adding a more local and community-driven layer. We also discuss what it takes to turn an idea into a working platform, the challenges of connecting growers with their neighbours, and how Lemonshare could help reduce food waste, make fresh produce more accessible and rebuild stronger local relationships around food. Follow Lisa here: https://lemonshare.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/lemonshareau/ If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

Sam Gibson—better known as Sam the Trap Man—has spent years working in the New Zealand bush, protecting native wildlife and helping people better understand the realities of conservation. In this conversation, we explore the practical world of trapping and predator control, the pressures facing Aotearoa’s native species, and the experiences that have shaped Sam’s connection with the living world. But this episode goes beyond conservation as simply fixing a problem. We discuss what it means to see ourselves as participants in nature rather than outsiders looking in, and why reconnecting with the natural world cannot only be about what we can take from it. What does the bush need from us? What responsibilities come with belonging to a living community? And how might our relationship with nature change if we learned to listen, contribute and give something back? A thoughtful conversation about wildlife, stewardship, reciprocity and finding our place within the wider community of life. Follow Sam Here: https://samthetrapman.nz/ https://www.instagram.com/sam_the_trap_man Sams new book: https://samthetrapman.nz/products/pre-orders-a-bushmans-book-of-yarns If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

In this episode I’m joined by Joel Barnett — landscaper, garden builder, educator, host of The Landscaping Podcast, and the founder of InStyle Gardens and The Landscaping School. Joel has spent years designing and building outdoor spaces, including award-winning show gardens, and in this conversation we dig into what actually makes a garden feel alive. We talk about the world of show gardens... the pressure, the creativity, the construction, the plant choices, the storytelling, and the hidden work that goes into creating something people can walk past and instantly feel something from. But this isn’t just a conversation about fancy gardens. We also explore what everyday gardeners can learn from professional landscaping: how to think about structure, flow, materials, soil, plants, maintenance, and the feeling of a space over time. Follow Joel here: https://linktr.ee/InStyle_Gardens https://www.instagram.com/instyle_gardens/ If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

In this episode, I sit down with Sheia from Lifeforce Farm to explore what it really takes to farm organically in today’s world. We speak honestly about the challenges facing farmers in the region... like rising pressures and limited support to the declining number of working farms and the difficulty of attracting young people into agriculture. Sheia shares her experiences growing organically, working with regenerative practices and trying to build a farming system that supports the soil, the surrounding ecosystem and the people who depend on it. Follow Sheia Here: https://lifeforcefarm.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lifeforceflowerfarm/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeForceFarm If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

Today I sit down with Taranar Sloan-Harris. A man on a mission to help people find a more abundant way of living, through growing food, building resilience and regaining our lost knowledge. We spoke about how families are transitioning into food forest systems that they can build to sustain themselves and their communities, as well as the ways in which you can get started yourselves. If you are into your permaculture or food forest journey then I know youll get loads from this conversation! Follow Taranar Here: https://www.instagram.com/taranarpermaculture/ https://www.facebook.com/p/Taranar-Permaculture-61560609743136/ https://www.youtube.com/@taranarpermaculture If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub

In this episode, I sit down with John Kempf, one of the leading voices in regenerative agriculture, to explore one of the biggest mindset shifts in growing food: what if pest and disease pressure is not the problem itself, but a signal that the plant is missing something? We talk about how many common pest issues can often be improved... and sometimes completely turned around... through simple nutritional applications, better mineral balance, healthier soil biology, and a deeper understanding of what plants actually need to become resilient. Instead of seeing insects, disease, and crop problems as enemies to fight, this conversation looks at them as feedback from the system. John shares a powerful perspective on plant health, regenerative agriculture, soil function, nutrition, and why the future of farming may be less about constant intervention and more about growing plants strong enough that they do not need saving in the first place. This one is for gardeners, farmers, soil nerds, and anyone interested in the deeper intelligence of natural systems. Also, for anyone wondering why John’s video is not shown in this episode — John chooses to remain private and does not appear on camera, so his side of the conversation is audio-only - it only adds to the allure! Follow John Here: https://johnkempf.com/ If you enjoy these episodes and want to show your support to allow me to continue doing what I’m doing, the best thing you can do is subscribe or follow the show. It helps the episodes reach more people who are interested in soil health and regenerative gardening! If you'd like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society! 🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety __________________________________________________________ Connect with Jordan HERE! Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333 Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub