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This week, Jonathan is collecting birch water from his property, an early form of spring gardening as Jeff mentions.
Later, they discuss how to prepare greenhouse soil to ensure it can support healthy plants. Jeff suggests adding things like fertilizer, compost, and warm water to the soil.
Finally, they address listener questions about Korean Natural Farming (KNF) and the use of coffee in gardening.
Catch all this and more in this episode of Teaming With Microbes!
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Special thanks to the Anchorage Daily News for hosting the show!
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This week, Jeff and Jonathan continue their discussion about the flood of false information and click bait related to gardening and plant care. In contrast, they also explore some home remedies that can enhance your plants' health.
After the break, they dig into a listener's question that combines their knowledge of coffee and the soil food web!
To conclude, they have a conversation about methods to reduce plastic use in gardening and in everyday life.
Don't miss all this and more on this week's episode of Teaming with Microbes!
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Special thanks to the Anchorage Daily News for hosting the show!
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This week, Jeff and Jonathan discuss the inundation of gardening misinformation on the internet, particularly the widespread myth that soil should be sterilized.
On the other hand, the best way to improve soil is by adding compost. Seeds naturally have everything they need to grow and protect themselves, which we can see in nature.
Following the break, they explore some wood frog science, examining a recent scientific article suggesting wood frogs are developing salt tolerance.
Finally, they tackle a set of listener questions, with topics spanning from compost to grasshoppers!
Catch all this and more on this week's episode of Teaming with Microbes!
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This week, Jeff and Jonathan are enjoying the Alaskan spring sunshine. This means it's time to place those seedlings and plants on window sills - remember to rotate the pots!
In the spirit of spring, it's an ideal time to purchase and plant seeds. They share tips on maximizing your seeds' potential, which begins with reading the instructions on the packet. Additionally, if you're buying from a rack, ensure you're purchasing this year's seeds.
After the break, they provide advice on what to plant at this time, focusing on tomatoes.
As usual, they conclude with a question from a listener.
Catch all this and more on this week's episode of Teaming with Microbes!
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This week, the guys continue their discussion on preparing for the summer gardening season.
In places like Alaska, bear activity can be quite prevalent, even in cities such as Anchorage! Jeff and Jonathan share some of their personal encounters with bears. The takeaway from these stories is the importance of cleaning out last season's bird feeders, as they can attract bears.
After the break, they delve into the process of identifying the best types of soil, either online or at local gardening stores.
Lastly, they respond to a listener's question about the application of leftover coffee grounds.
Tune in for all this and more in this episode of Teaming With Microbes!
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This week, Jeff and Jonathan continue their discussion on springtime preparation for the gardening season.
One excellent way to prepare is by starting your own hanging basket. Now is the perfect time to buy 4-inch starter plants suitable for hanging baskets, such as Fuchsias, Pelargoniums, Tuberous Begonias, and Lobelias.
After the break, they explore methods to force-bloom certain plants, shrubs, and trees, enhancing your home's aesthetics (and aroma) during spring. These include Lilacs, Yellow Forsythia, and Cherry and Apple trees.
Finally, they answer a listener's question about the use of leftover coffee grounds.
Discover all this and more on Teaming With Microbes!
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This week, Jeff and Jonathan are celebrating the longer spring days in Alaska. However, the warming sun has them thinking about the impacts of global warming.
They kick off this week's episode by discussing recent scientific studies, which warn that global warming could threaten the survival of dung beetles.
Next, they explore various natural indicators that signal when it's safe to plant outdoors (and indoors). In Alaska, the size of birch tree leaves serves as a reliable clue! Jeff also emphasizes that now is an ideal time to complete springtime tasks, such as cleaning up after your dog, shoveling snow around greenhouse entrances, and more.
Finally, they answer a listener's question on composting.
Find all this and more on Teaming With Microbes!
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Special thanks to the Anchorage Daily News for hosting the show!
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In this week's episode of Teaming with Microbes, Jeff and Jonathan examine the influx of gardening clickbait articles in our online and print media. They dissect the reasons behind this trend and share their insights on navigating through the clutter.
Moving away from the digital sphere, they dive into the scientific realm of bioluminescence, investigating why and how some plants can emit a mesmerizing glow.
Lastly, as we shift into the longer, warmer spring days, the team shares essential tips and reminders to maintain your plants' health and growth during this season. Hint: Don’t forget to roll your seeds in mycorrhizal fungi.
All that and more on this episode of Teaming with Microbes!
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Special thanks to the Anchorage Daily News for hosting the show!
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We're talking more about microbes this week! Have you ever wondered why certain foods and drinks taste the way they do? The answer is microbes!
This week, Jeff and Jonathan examine new studies that explore how microbes influence the taste of tea. Later, they discuss the vital role of microbial diversity in cheese production.
Lastly, they delve into a recent study in Alaska where scientists have observed a change in the diet of some arctic animals, particularly smaller ones like voles.
Don't miss all this and more in this week's episode of Teaming with Microbes!
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Special thanks to the
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This week, Jeff and Jonathan explore the relationship between sounds and plants. Did you know that plants grow towards the sound of water?
Next, Jeff disagrees with a recent article he read (article), where scientists are studying rhizobia bacteria that form nitrogen-fixing nodules to enhance plant fertilization. However, Jeff believes that they should focus on rhizophagy, which provides nitrogen to plants without the need for nodules.
Later, the duo addresses some interesting listener questions in detail.
Listen to this episode of Teaming With Microbes for all of this and more!
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This week, Jeff and Jonathan interview Ted Hammers, co-owner of Alaska Wild Harvest.
They tap into the biology of Birch trees, discussing the process of making Alaska birch syrup, its different phases, and its various use cases.
Later in the episode, they also discuss the benefits of birch water and chaga.
Tune in to this episode of Teaming With Microbes for all that and more!
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Special thanks to the Anchorage Daily News for hosting the show!
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As Anchorage, Alaska is experiencing a record snowfall, there is some good news: The snow is storing a significant amount of nitrogen, which is sometimes referred to as "poor man's fertilizer" (12 lbs of nitrogen per acre). That said, be sure to remove the snow from the greenhouse and shed to prevent them from collapsing.
Jeff and Jonathan are also celebrating the almost 2 hour increase in daylight over the course of January. This means that now is a great time to prune winter geraniums, and prepare them for the summer growing season.
All that and more in this episode of Teaming With Microbes!
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This week, Jeff and Jonathan rekindle last week’s discussion about microplastics in the environment. But this time, they dive into a new scientific article that states there is more microplastics in the air than in the soil.
Next, the team explores microbial fuel cells. That is, batteries that run off bacteria!
Finally, the guys talk about the best kinds of manure for organic gardening (including some that aren’t good)!
All that and more in this episode of Teaming with Microbes!
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The days are finally getting longer in Alaska, and Jeff and Jonathan are getting excited for gardening in 2024!
This week, the guys start off by discussing the differences between ectomycorrhizal fungi (which are found more near the equator) and endomycorrhizal fungi (which thrive near the north and south pole areas).
After the break, the guys delve into the problem of plastic pollution in food and soil and discuss some ways soil food web gardeners can mitigate plastics in their gardens (and lives).
Finally, the team looks at a new search engine called ecosia.org that uses ad revenue to plant trees!
All that and more in this episode of Teaming with Microbes!
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This week Jeff and Jonathan wrap up 2023 by encouraging folks to make sure and recycle their Christmas trees.
Next, the team brings in 2024 by discussing some New Year’s gardening resolutions. These include:
Stop using artificial nutrientsUse (and make) more compostGrow something from seedRoll seeds in mycorrhizal fungiTest your soilStop rototilling No bare soil Feed the microbesShare the food from your gardensRead the Teaming with Microbes series!All that and more in this week’s episode of Teaming With Microbes!
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Biochar is a black carbon compound produced through pyrolysis, enhancing soil fertility and plant growth in gardening.
This week Jeff and Jonathan discuss some scientific studies about biochar, how some Alaska Native tribes have historically incorporated it into their gardens, as well as some pros and cons to using it.
Next, the team has some fun chatting about amanita muscaria folklore (that distinct red mushroom with white spots), and why it is considered the “Christmas Mushroom”.
Finally, the duo wraps up with a listener question about compost.
All that and more in this week’s episode of Teaming With Microbes!
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This week Jeff and Jonathan discuss more scientific studies. First, they consider how fungi and bacteria impact water freezing. These “ice nucleators” are what cause ice crystals to form into snow and hail.
Next, the team discusses plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR). These superheroes of the soil are nitrogen fixing bacteria that include phosphate solubilizing bacteria (PSB), and zinc solubilizing bacteria (ZPK).
Finally, the duo wraps up the episode with a chat about how global warming is affecting plant hardiness zone maps.
All that and more in this week’s episode of Teaming With Microbes!
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Special thanks to the Anchorage Daily News for hosting the show!
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This week Jeff and Jonathan discuss a new scientific study that looks into how adding mycorrhizal fungai to certain types of farmland can increase the yield by more than 40 percent!
Later, the team discusses how redwood trees reproduce, highlighting the fact that scientists have found buds that extend back 1,000 years.
Finally, Jeff shares how a certain photo inspired his interest in the soil food web, and how it led to his first book, Teaming With Microbes.
All that and more in this week’s episode of Teaming With Microbes!
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Special thanks to the Anchorage Daily News for hosting the show!
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This week Jeff and Jonathan discuss the use of coffee grounds in the garden, as well as gardening in general. Apart from being one of the best drinks on the planet, coffee (or coffee grounds) can work wonders in your compost or mulch.
Later on, the team debunks some common myths about coffee in the garden, such as its acidity or its alleged ability to kill slugs.
All that and more in this week’s episode of Teaming With Microbes!
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Special thanks to the
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This week Jeff and Jonathan break down the garden science behind ramial chipped wood. They discuss its French roots, how it’s made, as well as the benefits it provides for soil, insects and animals.
Later, the team discusses the complex underground web of life created by voles, as well as how to keep them out of your garden!
As always, Jeff and Jonathan wrap up the episode by answering some great listener questions.
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Special thanks to the
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