Back to Eden Farming: Soil Health and No-Till with Nick Ager
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Nick Ager discusses regenerative no-till farming and the Back to Eden gardening method.
Modern Farming Podcast – Episode 212 Guest: Nick Ager from Growing Back to Eden Farm – Crystal River, Florida In this episode of the Modern Farming Podcast, Kris and Tara sit down with Nick Ager, a regenerative no-till farmer based in Crystal River, Florida. Nick shares insights from years of experience managing farms and consulting on agricultural projects across the country, helping growers rethink how soil health and natural systems can work together to build productive, resilient farms. The conversation dives into regenerative agriculture practices and the growing movement toward farming methods that restore soil rather than deplete it. Nick explains the philosophy behind no-till growing, why minimizing soil disturbance matters, and how farmers and gardeners can begin rebuilding living soil ecosystems. Kris, Tara, and Nick also discuss the Back to Eden gardening method, popularized by Paul Gautschi. They explore how this approach uses natural mulch systems—especially wood chips—to mimic the forest floor, protect soil biology, conserve moisture, and reduce weeds. Nick shares how many of the principles behind Back to Eden align closely with regenerative agriculture and the work…
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