In this episode, I sit down with Miles Filipeli to take a clear and practical look at fermentation for soil health — focusing on Fermented Plant Extracts (FPEs) and how they can improve nutrient availability, plant resilience, and overall garden vitality.

I'm a huge fan of Miles, and he has extensive experience teaching growers and home gardeners how to create their own biological inputs using local plant material, microbes, and time. His approach is rooted in observation, simplicity, and working with natural processes, rather than relying on synthetic or imported products.

We discuss:

• What defines a true fermented plant extract

• Selecting plants with intention — and what local “weeds” can indicate about soil conditions

• The microbial dynamics that make nutrients more plant-available

• How ferments support disease resistance, mineral uptake, and flavour density

• Key principles for brewing successful FPEs at home

• Common mistakes and how to avoid them

• When, where, and how to apply ferments effectively in the garden

This conversation is centred around practical skill-building, improving soil function, and gaining confidence in creating your own fertility inputs on-site. Whether you’re growing a home garden or managing a larger-scale system, this episode offers grounded guidance on working with living biology to build healthier soil and healthier plants.

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