Rick Clark, a fifth-generation farmer from Williamsport, Indiana, is dedicated to enhancing soil health and achieving harmony with nature on his farm. He has pioneered a systematic approach to regenerative farming, proudly maintaining certification for all acres as organic through his regenerative stewardship with no tillage. Rick's practices focus on suppressing weeds, building soil health with cover crops, and prioritizing human health through organic, no-till farming methods. His goal is to establish a sustainable and profitable farming system that will endure for generations. Recently Rick Clark hosted an event where he shared insights into his farming practices, emphasizing soil health, and sustainability. Joining him were experts from Green Cover Seed, Dr. Christine Jones, and John Kempf. In this episode, Rick and John discuss:   An overview of the event and the legacy of Dr. Christine Jones’ work   How plants can share microbes and the importance of plant diversity   The challenges of no-till organic farming and the potential need to incorporate tillage appropriately   How mycorrhizal fungi and other soil microbes respond to tillage   The impact of legumes on soil aggregation   The benefits of incorporating fenugreek into pastures for livestock health   The need for constant adaptation and learning   Additional Resources: To learn more about Rick Clark, please visit: To learn more about Dr. Chrstine Jones and her work, please visit: https://www.amazingcarbon.com/ About John Kempf John Kempf is the founder of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA). A top expert in biological and regenerative farming, John founded AEA in 2006 to help fellow farmers by providing the education, tools, and strategies that will have a global effect on the food supply and those who grow it.​ Through intense study and the knowledge gleaned from many industry leaders, John is building a comprehensive systems-based approach to plant nutrition – a system solidly based on the sciences of plant physiology, mineral nutrition, and soil microbiology. Support For This Show &amp; Helping You Grow Since 2006, AEA has been on a mission to help growers become more resilient, efficient, and profitable with regenerative agriculture.&nbsp; AEA works directly with growers to apply its unique line of liquid mineral crop nutrition products and biological inoculants. Informed by cutting-edge plant and soil data-gathering techniques, AEA’s science-based programs empower farm operations to meet the crop quality markers that matter the most. AEA has created real and lasting change on millions of acres with its products and data-driven services by working hand-in-hand with growers to produce healthier soil, stronger crops, and higher profits. Beyond working on the ground with growers, AEA leads in regenerative agriculture media and education, producing and distributing the popular and highly-regarded Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, inspiring webinars, and other educational content that serve as go-to resources for growers worldwide. Learn more about AEA’s regenerative programs and products: https://www.advancingecoag.com

Episode 122: Exploring Tillage, Aggregation, and Biological Innovation with Rick Clark

In this Podcast Short, John delves into the topic of plant consciousness and intelligence. John talks about how plants are not just passive organisms, but possess significant cognitive abilities and responsiveness. Drawing inspiration from Stephen Herrod Buhner’s works, particularly "The Lost Language of Plants," John discusses how plants demonstrate informed decision-making capabilities and can react to human intentions. John also cites additional scientific findings that assert&nbsp;plants have sophisticated neural networks contained within their root systems, similar to human neural systems, which are capable of learning and memory. Additional Resources: , to get your copy of “Plant Intelligence and the Imaginal Realm” by Stephen Harrod Buhner , to get your copy of “The Lost Language of Plants: The Ecological Importance of Plant Medicines for Life” by Stephen Harrod Buhner   to get your copy of “The Secret Teachings of Plants: The Intelligence of the Heart in the Direct Perception of Nature” by Stephen Harrod Buhner  To read more about John’s other book recommendations, please visit:  About John Kempf John Kempf is the founder of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA). A top expert in biological and regenerative farming, John founded AEA in 2006 to help fellow farmers by providing the education, tools, and strategies that will have a global effect on the food supply and those who grow it. Through intense study and the knowledge gleaned from many industry leaders, John is building a comprehensive systems-based approach to plant nutrition – a system solidly based on the sciences of plant physiology, mineral nutrition, and soil microbiology. Support For This Show &amp; Helping You Grow Since 2006, AEA has been on a mission to help growers become more resilient, efficient, and profitable with regenerative agriculture.&nbsp; AEA works directly with growers to apply its unique line of liquid mineral crop nutrition products and biological inoculants. Informed by cutting-edge plant and soil data-gathering techniques, AEA’s science-based programs empower farm operations to meet the crop quality markers that matter the most. AEA has created real and lasting change on millions of acres with its products and data-driven services by working hand-in-hand with growers to produce healthier soil, stronger crops, and higher profits. Beyond working on the ground with growers, AEA leads in regenerative agriculture media and education, producing and distributing the popular and highly-regarded Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, inspiring webinars, and other educational content that serve as go-to resources for growers worldwide. Learn more about AEA’s regenerative programs and products: https://www.advancingecoag.com

Podcast Short #3: Unveiling Plant Consciousness and Intelligence

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Episode 201 | The Power and Promise of Soil Microscopy with Matt Powers

Join farmer, author, researcher, and AEA founder John Kempf and host Matt Powers at the very edge of cutting edge regenerative agriculture and soil science as they discuss, ask questions, ponder, and share stories. 

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The Top 10 Benefits of Regenerative Soil Microscopy
1. You can see & evaluate Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) on roots, in inoculants, and the lifecycle & inoculation rate.
2. You can evaluate the members and cycling potential of the Soil Food Web
3. You can evaluate Root Hairs and verify and evaluate Rhizophagy
4. A Lack of Biology indicates toxins, imbalances, deficiencies, or a build of specific minerals 
5. Lack of Biology = Lack of Biological Benefits
6. Microscopy is Quality Control for Biological Inputs
7. Most Microplastics are EASY to ID with Epifluorescence lighting
8. We can see Algae very easily as it and chlorophyll turn blood red in epifluorescence lighting
9. DNA testing is expensive and takes serious dedication and time while Microscopy is easy, can be done daily, and is an extremely low cost per test - in most cases it's the cost of the machine and a few disposable supplies.
10. Microscopy is where it all comes together for our understanding and applying the results from all other tests. Like with bloodwork, we can see the future and avoid problems before they even become visible at a macro level. 

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John Kempf pt 2 2024 R-Soil REWIND

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There is growing awakening that is spreading like WILDFIRE in our communities, BUT we are in a race against time and soil loss - soil loss which is dramatic when the numbers are examined - yet our own health and fertility decline almost matches the same declining curve... it's just happening faster for us. Our future depends on us moving fast enough in this window of time to save our collective health by healing everything from the ground on up. They have discovered that regenerative foods have minerals, nutrients, and even amino acids not found in conventional foods - we've been eating food that was missing essential components for health, for longevity, for well being. We NEED these nutrients in our food because we NEED these nutrients for our health.

AND it's not as hard as it sounds, in fact it can be pure joy observing and partnering with the natural cycles of the soil because you are in real-time and consistently seeing your work is working - your soil is improving every season.


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