DIY Microbial Rich Compost
From Soil Sisters: Rehabilitating Texas Farm and Ranch Land by Johanna Nuding, Crystal Nuding
November 4, 2025 · 37 min · Season 2 · Episode 38
About this episode
The episode discusses DIY microbial-rich compost with insights from Matthew Batchelder on composting techniques and their benefits for soil health.
In this episode of the Soil Sisters Podcast, we're talking DIY microbial-rich compost with Matthew Batchelder, founder of Fun-guy Compost, at the Southern Family Farmers and Food Systems Conference. Explore the nuances of composting with Johnson-Su bioreactors, a specialized form of composting that serves as living seed inoculant. Matthew shares the components of a successful bioreactor and the significance of microbial inoculation in gardening and farming. Get practical tips for building the Johnson-Su, maintaining moisture levels, and the benefits of incorporating red wigglers. This conversation underscores the potential of microbial diversity in transforming soil health and rehabbing the environment. A lot of valuable information for anyone interested in regenerative agriculture and composting, with plenty of insights for both small and large-scale farmers.
People in this episode
Hosts: Johanna Nuding, Crystal Nuding
Guest: Matthew Batchelder
Topics covered
- composting
- microbial diversity
- regenerative agriculture
- soil health
- gardening
- farming
Keywords
- microbial-rich compost
- Johnson-Su bioreactors
- composting tips
- red wigglers
- soil health
- regenerative agriculture
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Fun-guy Compost
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