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The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson

Urban Farm Team

Welcome to The Urban Farm Podcast, your partner in the Grow Your Own Food revolution! This audio only podcast features special guests like Rosemary Morrow, Zach Loeks, and Andrew Millison as we discuss the art and value of growing food in urban areas. We"ll explore topics such as gardening basics, urban beekeeping and chicken farming, permaculture, successful composting, monetizing your farm, and much more! Each episode will bring you tips and tricks on how to overcome common challenges,

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869: Paige Mollen on Farm to School Programs

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/03/11

A Rosie On The House Radio Show ReplayIn This Podcast: Rosie on the House replay features Romey Romero, Farmer Greg and Paige Mollen from the Mollen Foundation discussing the Garfield Farm to School initiative. They discuss the importance of connecting children to their food sources through local food procurement, school gardens, and food education. The initiative includes various activities such as student-led farm stands, composting, and soil health education, all aiming to integrate food into

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58:43

868: Tempe Garden Girls on Transforming Local Food

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/03/07

Erin and Elise are out to change the local food economy.In This Podcast: Greg speaks with Erin Erickson and her mother, Elise Pitterly, who are part of a mother-daughter team aiming to transform the food economy in Phoenix. They own a small urban farm in South Tempe where they grow a variety of produce and raise poultry. Erin, with a background in vineyard farming from Oregon, and Elise, a certified master gardener, share their journey from initial challenges to developing a flourishing farm using

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45:13

867: What is a Permaculture Design Course with the...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/03/04

Join Beatrice, Laura and Bevelyn discussing permaculture.In This Podcast: Beatrice Nathan, Laura Ruby, and Bevelyn Okla, discuss their personal journeys and collective efforts in promoting permaculture. Beatrice, a permaculture educator, began her journey in home gardening and sustainability. Laura's experience includes studying permaculture design in Australia and teaching globally. Bevelyn combines her background in sociology, anthropology, and art with a focus on racial equity and storytelling

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41:32

866: Maureen Ballatori on Understanding Regenerative...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/02/28

From farm to future!In This Podcast: Join Greg as he chats with Maureen Ballatori, founder and CEO of Agency29, an award-winning creative agency for food, beverage, and agricultural brands. Maureen shares her journey from growing up on a dairy farm in upstate New York to creating Agency29 in response to the 2008 economic downturn. The discussion covers her path to building the agency, her focus on brand strategies, and her specialization in food, beverage, and agriculture. Maureen explains the

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25:26

865: Kane Wilton on Seeds, Community, and...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/02/21

Transforming our communities through seedsIn This Podcast: Kane Wilton, an organic farmer, garden designer, and seed enthusiast, co-founded the 1904 Project in Salem, Oregon, to connect and empower individuals toward regenerative and local food. His gardening journey began with growing flowers for his wife, eventually leading to a deep passion for food systems and permaculture. The 1904 Project started as a blog but evolved into a community-driven initiative highlighting regenerative projects and

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29:37

864: Ocean Robbins on Revolutionizing our Global Food...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/02/14

How our food choices impact our health.In This Podcast: Greg interviews Ocean Robbins, co-founder and CEO of the Food Revolution Network, who discusses his lifelong activism and efforts in promoting healthy, ethical, and sustainable food choices. Robbins shares his journey that began with activism at a young age, including a successful nonprofit focused on environmental sustainability. He explains the global impact of unhealthy diets and stresses the importance of personal and systemic change

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37:41

863: Greg on starting your spring garden

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/02/11

A Rosie On The House Radio Show ReplayIn This Podcast: Farmer Greg and Romey discuss getting your garden started. They emphasize the importance of thoughtful garden placement to harness microclimates and proper sun exposure. Greg shares strategies for garden planning, utilizing different water sources like gray water and rainwater harvesting, and innovative solutions like raised beds and hydroponics. The episode also covers managing pests, chickens as a resource, and creating and maintaining

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32:25

862: Dirt Craft Organics on Building Healthy Soil.

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/02/07

Cultivating Soil: The Dirt Craft StoryIn This Podcast: We feature Adam Schwartz and Sarah Murphy, founders of Dirt Craft Living Soils, a company that creates high-quality, peat-free soil mixes for organic farmers and gardeners in the Southeast. Adam and Sarah discuss their backgrounds in farming and environmentalism, their move to North Carolina, and the establishment of their soil business in 2018. They emphasize the importance of local, sustainable agriculture and detail their innovative

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34:34

861: Ashley Williamson on planting orchards to...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/01/31

Giving Grove uses fruit trees as community engagement toolsIn This Podcast: Ashley Williamson of The Giving Grove discusses her journey and efforts to foster community through the planting of fruit trees. With a background in social work and international experience from the Peace Corps, Ashley co-leads the nonprofit organization that supports the establishment of community orchards in various urban settings across the United States. The Giving Grove collaborates with local nonprofits to initiate

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39:36

860: Julia Dakin on Wild Nutrition: Seed Saving for...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/01/24

Exploring how seed saving can bring more nutrition to your plate.In This Podcast: Julia Dakin talks about Eating on the Wild Side. Greg and Julie discuss the nutritional and health benefits of wild and heirloom foods compared to their modern counterparts. They dive into uncovering how our food choices have evolved and the impact on our health and also discuss practical ways to incorporate these nutrient-rich foods into everyday diets. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding

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37:39

859: Holistic Gardening Insights with Janis Norton -...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/01/21

Learning Holistic Gardening through Permaculture PrincipleIn This Podcast: of Rosie on the House, Janis Norton the manager of all things Urban Farm, Romey Romero and Farmer Greg discuss holistic gardening and permaculture. They define holistic gardening as considering the entire ecosystem, including your yard and neighborhood. The conversation covers permaculture ethics—care for the earth, care for people, and care for the future—and practical tips like zoning and regenerative systems. They also

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40:04

858: Seeds of Innovation and Natural Harmony

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/01/17

A Seed Chat with Bill McDormanIn this episode, Greg Peterson from Urban Farm U and Bill McDorman discuss seed-saving and the importance of embracing creativity and chaos in gardening, particularly during winter. They delve into personal anecdotes about sustainable practices and running businesses, highlighting the intersections of fear, excitement, and change in various aspects of life. Additionally, they touch on the evolving practices in permaculture and grain cultivation, particularly Kernza, and

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22:10

857: Rebecca Newburn on Building Seed Swap Resources

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/01/14

Seed exchange resources, tips and tools.In This Podcast: Rebecca Newburn, discusses the importance and logistics of organizing seed swaps. She explains the benefits of seed swaps, including local adaptation of seeds and community connections. Then highlights various resources she's created, such as organizing guides, seed swap participants guides, and seed labeling templates to improve the experience for both donors and borrowers. Rebecca also emphasizes the importance of proper labeling and

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48:02

856: Mike Clow on Technology on the Homestead

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/01/10

Balancing Technology and Nature in HomesteadingIn This Podcast: Mike Clow, a homesteader, engineer, and co-founder of Desert Life Ranch, discusses his journey from suburban life to sustainable living in the Arizona desert. He emphasizes the importance of integrating technology like solar power and aquaponics to enhance self-reliance and sustainability. Mike introduces his innovative project 'Homestead Electronics,' which uses affordable, custom-built sensors to monitor various homestead

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855: David Stelzer on revolutionizing organic food...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/01/07

Changing the way we stock our pantries.In This Podcast: David Stelzer, founder and CEO of Azure Standard, discusses the evolution of his company from selling organic grain out of his pickup truck to building a nationwide organic food distribution network. David shares his personal journey into organic farming, inspired by his parents' commitment to a healthy diet after his own health issues as a child. He describes the creation of Community Drops, a unique delivery system that spans 50 states,

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47:09

854: Debbie Piesen on Building Home Scale DC Grids.

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/01/03

Living Energy Farm's Renewable Journey Explained.In This Podcast: Debbie Piesen from Living Energy Farm discusses sustainable energy systems and microgrids. Debbie explains her journey and the challenges of living off-grid without fossil fuels. She shares the benefits and challenges of DC microgrids over AC systems and the importance of good design and decentralized energy production. Additionally, Debbie highlights various sustainable practices and projects, including solar ovens and battery

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29:30

853: Dianne Blazek on Insights on Plant Breeding.

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2024/12/27

853: 853: Dianne Blazek on Insights on Plant Breeding.Understanding how plants get from seed to our gardens.In This Podcast: We interview Diane Blazek, the executive director of All America Selections and National Garden Bureau, about the process of plant innovation and how new plant varieties make their way into gardens. Diane explains the various stages a plant goes through—from breeding to distribution—highlighting the roles of breeders, brokers, and growers. They discuss different propagation

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52:10

852: Post Hurricane Helene Ag Help - A Garden Chat...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2024/12/20

852: Post Hurricane Helene Ag Help A Garden Chat with Alyson WadeIn This Garden Chat: In this episode Greg, interviews Alison Wade, founder of Farm Connection. Alison shares her diverse journey from earning three engineering degrees to starting her own nursery in North Carolina. They delve into the impacts of a recent hurricane on local farms and the measures taken to support the community post hurricane Helene, including a successful GoFundMe campaign that raised $230,000 to compensate farmers

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35:28

851: Seed Conferences - A Seed Chat with Julia Dakin

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2024/12/13

851: Seed ConferencesA Seed Chat with Special Guest Julia DakinIn this episode, Greg from Urban Farm U hosts a seed chat with Julia Dakin, co-founder of the nonprofit Going to Seed. They discuss Julia's work in promoting seed sovereignty and adapting crops to local conditions. Julia shares her mission of transforming agriculture from an industrialized system to one focused on community and ecological resilience. They delve into the organization's programs, including seed diversity initiatives and

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37:01

850: Winter Growing in the Desert with Jordan...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2024/12/10

850: Winter Growing in the Desert with Jordan StejskalA Rosie On The House Radio Show ReplayIn This Podcast: This episode of Rosie on the House features Farmer Greg, Romey Romero and guest Jordan Stejskal discussing desert winter gardening. They include the benefits of growing plants from October to May and the variety of plants suitable for this season, such as brassicas, lettuces, and root vegetables and emphasize the importance of soil preparation using compost and fertilizers, and the

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