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21: Farming Lessons From Around The World With Master Market Gardener | Jodi Roebuck

21: Farming Lessons From Around The World With Master Market Gardener | Jodi Roebuck

Update: 2024-12-12
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In this episode, we dive into the world of market gardening with Jodi Roebuck, a globally inspired farmer from New Zealand. Jodi shares his journey from surfing on volcanic coastlines to building a thriving farm from compact subsoil, emphasizing soil health, composting, and efficient farming techniques. Drawing on lessons from traveling the world and visiting diverse farms, he highlights the value of learning through hands-on experience and cross-disciplinary inspiration. We discuss the principles of bio-intensive farming, lean systems, and the art of balancing productivity with sustainability. This conversation explores the resilience, innovation, and passion it takes to create a farm that’s not just a livelihood but a meaningful connection to the land and community.


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Timestamps


[1:48 ] Turning volcanic subsoil into thriving farmland.


[5:33 ] Surfing as a metaphor for farming: Observation and timing.


[10:04 ] Building resilience through composting and soil health.


[15:27 ] The importance of traveling and learning from other farms.


[20:12 ] Lessons in bio-intensive farming and managing weed pressure.


[25:05 ] Lean systems: Eliminating waste and maximizing efficiency.


[33:14 ] Transitioning from seed production to market gardening.


[40:08 ] Year-round growing: Challenges and strategies for winter crops.


[50:22 ] Creating strong community connections through local markets.


[1:04:18 ] Long-term investments and scaling sustainably.


[1:15:42 ] The future of small-scale farming and expanding potential.


[1:24:33 ] Family, fitness, and finding balance in farm life.


[1:30:12 ] Designing farms for efficiency and reduced labor.


[1:40:45 ] Reflections on the global movement for sustainable farming.


[1:50:12 ] Rapid-fire Q&A and final thoughts on farming inspiration.




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Guest Social Media Links


Jodi:


Website: https://www.roebuckfarm.com/ 


Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jodiroebuckofroebuckfarm2967


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodiroebuck


JM:


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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeanmartinfortier 



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21: Farming Lessons From Around The World With Master Market Gardener | Jodi Roebuck

21: Farming Lessons From Around The World With Master Market Gardener | Jodi Roebuck

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