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The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson

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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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42:05

924: Virtual Farm Tours & Accessible Regenerative...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/12/26

With Mary and Andrew from EdgePerma.comIn This Podcast: Andrew Tuttle and Mary Marshall, co-founders of Edge Perma and Redtail Edge Design, share how they’re using immersive technology to transform regenerative agriculture education. Drawing from backgrounds in permaculture, ecological design, and lived experiences of healing through land stewardship, they explain how virtual farm tours can make regenerative systems accessible to anyone, anywhere. The conversation explores permaculture as a pathway

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36:05

923: Permaculture as a Life Design: Ethics,...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/12/19

A Garden Chat with Don TitmusGreg Peterson and Don Titmus reconnect for a November Garden Chat focused on reviewing the ethics and principles of permaculture and how they apply beyond gardening into daily life. Drawing from decades of hands-on experience in arid and temperate climates, they explore observation, working with nature, stacking functions, and regenerative design. The conversation weaves together philosophy, practical examples from Phoenix and North Carolina, and reflections on how a

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34:28

922: Climate-Resilient Seeds for an Uncertain Future

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/12/12

Seed Chat with Bill McDormanGreg Peterson and seed expert Bill McDorman dig into the urgent need for climate-resilient seeds as global conditions shift. They explore how traditional varieties falter under heat, drought, flooding, and unpredictable weather—and why locally adapted, open-pollinated seeds are becoming essential tools for regional food security. Bill outlines practical pathways for gardeners and growers to build resilience through diversity, landrace gardening, and modern microbiome

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34:07

921: The Old Farmers Almanac is NOT going anywhere

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/12/09

Chat with Carol Connare, Editor The Old Farmers Almanac In this episode, Greg talks with Carol Connare, Editor-in-Chief ofThe Old Farmer’s Almanac, the oldest continually published periodical in North America. Carol shares her path from archival work at UMass Amherst back to her “dream job,” stewarding the 234-year-old institution. She clarifies the recent confusion betweenThe Farmer’s Almanac(which closed) andThe Old Farmer’s Almanac(which is thriving), explains the Almanac’s origins, traditions,

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33:42

920: Understanding Food Forest Design with Joshua...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/12/05

Today we’re joined by returning guestJoshua Thayer, permaculture designer, author, and founder ofNative Sun Gardensin California. Joshua has helped communities across the U.S. and abroad design food forests that restore ecologyandproduce abundance. His new book,California Food Forests: Feeding the Future, distills decades of hands-on design into practical steps anyone can use—no matter where they live.Whether you're in a Mediterranean climate, drought-prone region, or temperate landscape, Joshua

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49:27

919: Growing Coffee Commercially in California...Say...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/11/28

With Scott MurrayIn This Podcast: In this episode, returning guest and 50-year organic agriculture veteranScott Murrayshares the remarkable story of how coffee is commercially being successfully grown in Southern California. Scott explains how a single houseplant sparked a multi-variety coffee trial, eventually producing a Geisha harvest that sold out in one day at$796 per pound. He walks us through polyculture design, coffee’s surprising climate tolerance, and how California could become a

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44:34

918: Permaculture Principle Information and...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/11/21

A Garden Chat with Don TitmusIn this garden chat, Greg and Don Titmus dive into permaculture's eighth principle, 'Information and Imagination Intensive,' highlighting its emphasis on multi-disciplinary approaches to problem-solving using both low and high-tech solutions. They delve into the importance of utilizing quality thought and data to maximize yields and share personal experiences about integrating various systems like passive solar heating, water filtration, and composting. The discussion

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36:51

917: Cluck, Bak, Baaa - With Kari Spencer

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/11/18

A Rosie On The House ReplayThis episode is the replay pof our monthly 'Rosie on the House' radio show in Phoenix. It features host Romey Romero, Farmer Greg and guest Kari Spencer discussing backyard livestock, primarily chickens and goats, for urban farming. They chat about the benefits of keeping chickens and goats, including eggs, milk, garden pest control, and composting. They also delve into the logistics of raising these animals, such as the necessary supplies, housing, and regulations. The

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47:02

916: Seed Sovereignty over Corporate Control

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/11/14

A Seed Shat with Bill McDormanRegister for our monthly Seed Chat at SeedChat.orgIn This Podcast: In this month's Seed Chat Greg Peterson and Bill McDorman discuss the pressing issue of seed sovereignty in the age of corporate control. They highlight the growing dominance of a few corporations over the global seed supply, which has resulted in decreased biodiversity and increased farmer dependency. The conversation covers the importance of local seed libraries, open-source seed models, and the

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43:28

915: The Science behind white washing trees!

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/11/07

with Charles Malki of IV OrganicsIn This Episode: Greg interviews Charles Malki, a multifaceted biologist, attorney, author, and inventor, about the innovative benefits of whitewashing trees. Charles details his journey from a passion for plant sciences during his childhood to a career in medicine and law, ultimately leading to the creation of Ivy Organic. He explains the importance of whitewashing for tree protection against weather extremes and pests, emphasizing the environmental benefits of

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23:35

914: Turning food waste into bugs with Jeffrey Tomberlin

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/10/31

Exploring lack soldier fly culture.In This Podcast: Greg chats with Dr. Jeff Tomberlin about the remarkable benefits of black soldier flies in recycling organic waste. Jeff explains the global distribution and industrialization of black soldier flies, their life cycle, and their ability to convert waste into valuable resources like protein for animal feed and fertilizer. The conversation highlights community and individual efforts in utilizing black soldier flies for sustainability and reducing

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41:30

913: Everything Garden a Permaculture Principle

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/10/24

Garden Chat with Don TitmusIn this garden chat, Greg and Don Titmus dive into the Permaculture Principle Everything Gardens, focusing on the beneficial relationships within an ecosystem, particularly soil, food webs, and the role of different plants and animals. They explore how weeds, chickens as soil tillers, water as a sculptor, and the role of fungi, earthworms, and birds all lead back to gardening. They also tackle specific topics like the impact of wind, creating microclimates, and practical

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34:24

912: Community Farming the Wave of the Future

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/10/21

A Rosie On The House ReplayIn this episode join Romey Romero & Farmer Greg on Rosie on the House's Outdoor Living Hour with special guests Sowan Thai and Bryant Cruz from Spaces of Opportunity, a 19-acre community farming project in South Phoenix. We dive into the origins and development of the farm, the unique model of community and urban farming it employs, and the various educational and market components it offers. Sowan and Bryant explain their roles in teaching sustainable farming

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30:34

912: Mastering the Art and Craft of Seed Saving

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/10/17

Our monthly Seed Chat at SeedChat.orgIn This Podcast: In this months Seed Chat Greg Peterson and Bill McDorman, discuss the art and craft of harvesting seeds. They cover the basics of seed saving, including observation, threshing, and water winnowing, with a focus on tomatoes. The chat also delves into various resources, books, and historical practices for effective seed harvesting. They answer audience questions, including issues with onion seed pollination and share personal anecdotes and

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48:00

910: From Urban Living to Homesteading.

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/10/10

Elizabeth Bruckner's Journey of Resilience and Self-SufficiencyIn this podcast, Greg interviews Elizabeth Bruckner, the accidental suburban homesteader and author of 'The Homesteader Mindset.' Elizabeth shares her journey of cultivating resilience through intentional living, influenced by her family's World War II experiences and her education in acupuncture and oriental medicine. She discusses the concept of homesteading, debunking myths about time, complexity, and cost, and emphasizes the

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38:32

909: Exploring Microbial Marvels with Melissa Booth

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/10/03

In This Podcast: We chat with Melissa Booth, a microbiologist and creator of the course 'The Hidden Powers of Microbes.' Melissa speaks about her journey from Oklahoma's semi-arid deserts to her passion for research. Initially interested in becoming a physician, her path changed after engaging in research on HIV/AIDS. She eventually pursued a master's in microbiology, leading her to study marine microbes and their responses to environmental cues. Melissa discusses the vital role microbes play in

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39:12

908: Veteran and Firefighter Transforms Agriculture

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/09/26

Sam Cooke on creating a non profit cattle farm,In This Podcast: Host Greg Peterson chats with Sam Cooke, founder and CEO of CC Cattle Company, a nonprofit cattle farm aimed at combating food insecurity in Wisconsin. Sam shares his journey from a small dairy farm in northern Wisconsin to his roles in the US Navy and as a firefighter, which led him to start the farm. He discusses the challenges and successes in building the nonprofit, emphasizing its dual focus on raising pasture-fed beef cattle for

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45:52

907: Permaculture Principle, The yield of system is...

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/09/19

A Garden Chat with Don TitmusIn this garden chat, Greg and Don Titmus start be discussing the importance of naming your farm and then dive deep into permaculture principle number six: the yield of a system is potentially unlimited. They touch upon Don's synergized version of permaculture principles, emphasizing multi-functional elements in farming. They draw on various examples such as multilayered forest gardens, polyculture systems, and the benefits of green roofs and living walls. The talk also

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38:38

906: Exploring Grains and the Wealth in Wildflowers

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/09/12

A seed chat with Bill McDormanOur monthly Seed Chat at SeedChat.orgIn This Podcast: Farmer Greg and Bill McDorman chat about the transition from summer gardening to planting wildflowers, cover crops, and grains. The conversation covers the benefits of wildflowers, emphasizing their role in permaculture and ecological wealth. They highlight successful gardening practices, including using grains and legumes as cover crops to maintain soil health. Listeners learn about the historical significance

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35:52

905: Growing Fruit Trees Successfully with Farmer Greg

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson ·

2025/09/09

A Rosie On The House ReplayIn this episode of 'Rosie on the House,' Farmer Greg and Romey Romero discuss essential tips for growing fruit trees. They highlight the optimal time for planting, common mistakes homeowners make—such as planting in gravel or lawns and improper drip irrigation—and advises on best practices. Greg also shares his unique 'six-six rule' for effective tree planting, the importance of selecting the right root stock and chill hours, and how to ensure successful ripening times

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