Farm Soil Mastery: From Subsoil to Rich Fertile Soil | (TPMF E13)

Transform poor soil into a thriving market garden with proven soil-building methods from New Zealand farmer Jodi Roebuck. Learn how one farm went from compact subsoil to producing high-value crops through strategic soil management, minimal tillage, and innovative composting techniques.

In this deep dive into soil health, Jodi shares his journey from studying with John Jeavons to developing his own system for building fertile market garden beds. Topics covered include bed preparation, composting methods, cover cropping strategies, soil testing, amendments, and the innovative use of field microgreens as both cash crops and soil builders. Whether starting with poor soil or looking to improve existing beds, these practical insights will help you build more productive garden soil.

Jodi's website: https://www.roebuckfarm.com/

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00:00 Introduction to Profitable Mini Farming
00:23 The Philosophy of Farming
01:07 Deep Dive into Soil Management
02:03 Interview with Jody Roebuck
03:03 Practical Soil Preparation Techniques
08:00 Cover Crops and Crop Rotation
25:55 In-Field Microgreens: A Dual Purpose Crop
39:34 Composting and Soil Amendments
42:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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