This episode goes straight to the heart of what regenerative agriculture really means. Nakala sits down with Luke Harrington, founder of Re‑Gen Farming and a practitioner with more than 20 years in the regenerative space to explore why true regeneration isn’t just about soil. It’s about people. Luke shares his passion for rebuilding farming families, […]
This episode goes straight to the heart of what regenerative agriculture really means. Nakala sits down with Luke Harrington, founder of Re‑Gen Farming and a practitioner with more than 20 years in the regenerative space to explore why true regeneration isn’t just about soil. It’s about people. Luke shares his passion for rebuilding farming families, […]
In episode 50 of the Biological Farming RoundTable, host Nakala Maddock sits down with ECTOL founder and ag scientist John McKay. John walks us through the discovery of osmo‑protectants in marine algae, the first commercial frost‑protection applications in Australia, and how foliar nutrition evolved from horticulture into broadacre cropping and pasture systems. Along the way, […]
In episode 50 of the Biological Farming RoundTable, host Nakala Maddock sits down with ECTOL founder and ag scientist John McKay. John walks us through the discovery of osmo‑protectants in marine algae, the first commercial frost‑protection applications in Australia, and how foliar nutrition evolved from horticulture into broadacre cropping and pasture systems. Along the way, […]
In Episode 49 of the Biological Farming RoundTable host Nakala Maddock is rejoined by David Hardwick from Soil Land Food and Luke Harrington from Re-Gen Farming. This episode is part two of the Managing Regenerative Transition series, where the team unpack the types and stages of transition or change, what to expect and where to […]
Biological Farming RoundTable host Nakala Maddock is joined by David Hardwick from Soil Land Food and Luke Harrington from Re‑Gen Farming in Episode 48. In part one of this two‑part series, they explore the motivations and challenges behind transitioning to regenerative farming. They also reveal some unexpected factors to watch for — insights that can […]
In Episode 46 of the Biological Farming RoundTable Podcast, Nakala and Shelley travel to Pingrup, in the southeast of the WA wheatbelt. They are joined by David Steele and his wife, Deb, who are multigenerational farmers running a cropping and sheep enterprise. David and Deb recall when the soil had that earthy smell and have […]
In this compelling continuation, Nakala and John Kempf delve into the concept of Active Immunity in plants—a state made possible by biologically active soils rich in diverse microorganisms. Discover how microbial compounds, such as lipids and phytochemicals play a pivotal role in fostering complete resilience against diseases and pests. Tune in to uncover how soil […]
In this episode, Nakala is joined by John Kempf, a pioneering voice in regenerative agriculture and a trusted mentor to farmers worldwide. Together, they delve into the transformative concept of the Plant Health Pyramid, an innovative framework developed through extensive research by John and the team at Advancing Eco Agriculture. The Plant Health Pyramid reveals […]
In this episode, we sit down with Dan Kittredge, farmer, founder of the Bionutrient Association, and educator behind the world’s first Certificate-Level Masterclass in Nutrient-Dense Food. Dan is at the forefront of groundbreaking research, measuring and defining food quality—and linking it directly to how it’s grown. This conversation dives deep into the medicinal potential of […]
In episode 39 of the Biological Farming Round Table, Nakala visits Don Jarvis, a dedicated dairy farmer from Towong near Corryong in the picturesque Snowy Valley. Don reveals his simple methods for transforming acidic, compacted soils into balanced, self-regulating ecosystems through the power of biology. Alongside his wife Denise and son Jamie, Don operates an […]
Nakala visits Don Jarvis, a dedicated dairy farmer from Towong near Corryong in the picturesque Snowy Valley. Don reveals his simple methods for transforming acidic, compacted soils into balanced, self-regulating ecosystems through the power of biology. Alongside his wife Denise and son Jamie, Don operates an organically certified dairy farm, working in perfect harmony with […]
