#92 - Home Soil Can Be Very Productive Soil | Rachael & Damian [Home Soil]

<p>What a pleasure to be joined by Rachael &amp; Damian of Home Soil in Canberra, Australia. </p><p><br></p><p>This hard working duo have completely transformed the soil around their homestead to be incredibly productive and healthy gardens!</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Home Soil here:</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/home.soil/</p><p><br></p><p>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!</p><p><br></p><p>If you&#39;d like to go a bit further, you can also join my soil society!</p><p>🌱 Join my Soil Society: https://tinyurl.com/soilsociety</p><p>__________________________________________________________</p><p>Connect with Jordan HERE!</p><p>Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.au</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganics</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganics</p><p>Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganics</p><p>Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganics</p><p>Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganics</p><p>LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333</p><p>Substack: https://substack.com/@theshedorganics</p><p>Discord: https://discord.gg/6VWk2Xub</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Disclaimer:</strong> The views and opinions expressed in this content are for educational and informational purp