Protecting Soil Biology on Regenerative Farms

About this episode

This episode explores the importance of protecting soil biology on regenerative farms with insights from Dr. Russell Sharp.

Join us for an engaging episode of "Cereal Killers," the podcast that delves into the fascinating world of arable crop management. This instalment features an insightful talk from the Farming Innovation Forum at Lancaster University, exploring the critical topic of protecting soil biology on regenerative farms. Dr Russell Sharp shares his journey from studying ornamental plants to focusing on arable crops, driven by a passion for innovative solutions in agriculture. Learn about the key principles of regenerative farming, including minimizing soil disturbance, the strategic use of biologicals, and the impact of cover crops on soil health. Dive into the challenges faced by modern agriculture, as we discuss zero-till techniques, the role of biostimulants, biopesticides, and biofertilizers, and the groundbreaking research aimed at combating blackgrass, a notorious weed affecting crops. Discover how science and sustainability intertwine to shape the future of farming. Gain valuable insights into the controversial topics surrounding regenerative agriculture, from the misuse of copper fertilizers to the promising potential of biological solutions. Whether you're an agricultural…

People in this episode

Host: Cereal Killers

Guest: Dr Russell Sharp

Topics covered

• soil biology
• regenerative farming
• arable crop management
• sustainability
• agriculture innovation
• soil health

Keywords

• soil health
• regenerative agriculture
• biological solutions
• copper fertilizers
• blackgrass
• zero-till
• biostimulants
• biopesticides
• biofertilizers

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Farming Innovation Forum

Products: biostimulants, biopesticides, biofertilizers, copper fertilizers

Places: Lancaster University, modern agriculture

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