Organic Matter - The Unsung Hero of Healthy Soil

In this episode, we dive deep into the often-overlooked but incredibly crucial component of healthy soil: organic matter. Discover why it's the lifeblood of your garden or farm. We'll discuss: * What is soil organic matter? A breakdown of its components and benefits. * Why is it important? The role it plays in nutrient cycling, water retention, and soil structure. * How to increase organic matter: Practical tips for improving soil health through composting, cover crops, and other methods. * Common misconceptions: Debunking myths about organic matter and its impact on plants. ATTRA Episode 326: Exploring Soil Organic Matter with Dr. Johannes Lehmann [https://attra.ncat.org/episode-326-exploring-soil-organic-matter-with-dr-johannes-lehmann/] Cornell Soil Organic Matter [https://franklin.cce.cornell.edu/resources/soil-organic-matter-fact-sheet] Soil organic matter in cropping systems [https://extension.umn.edu/soil-management-and-health/soil-organic-matter-cropping-systems] Advanced Soil Organic Matter Management [https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/advanced_soil_organic_matter_management] Priming for Productionby Natalie Lounsbury (podcast mention) [https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Fpriming-for-production%2Fid1316668178&data=05%7C02%7Catackett%40uky.edu%7C7c78feee10e148bda29d08dce7dc2902%7C2b30530b69b64457b818481cb53d42ae%7C0%7C0%7C638640179961177051%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=MeGQyGEHpUuIMISculWDizpYii93GBEcrgC2TSPLdws%3D&reserved=0] Questions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: [email protected] Check us out on Instagram! [https://www.instagram.com/hortculturepodcast/]