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What Are We Getting Wrong In Soil Science? with Dr. Paige Stanley

What Are We Getting Wrong In Soil Science? with Dr. Paige Stanley

Update: 2025-04-14
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In this episode of the Ruminations podcast, host Bobby Gill is joined by Dr. Paige Stanley from Colorado State University to dive deep into the science of soil health on grazing lands. They explore the latest research on carbon sequestration in arid and semi-arid rangelands, discuss the significance of different types of organic matter in carbon permanence, and introduce a new framework for understanding how grazing management affects soil carbon accumulation. The conversation also touches on the mental models of holistic managers and the potential of regenerative grazing to mitigate climate change. Tune in to learn more about Dr. Stanley's interdisciplinary approach and groundbreaking work in rangeland ecosystems.


Dr. Paige Stanley is an interdisciplinary scientist at Colorado State University, exploring how regenerative grazing can unlock soil’s carbon-storing potential and foster climate resilience.


In this episode of @SavoryInstitute’s Ruminations podcast, Dr. Stanley joins us to explore:


- How Regenerative Grazing Affects Soil Carbon in Arid Rangelands

- Adaptive Multi-Paddock Grazing vs. Holistic Management

- New Research That Challenges Carbon Saturation Myths


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TIME STAMPS:

00:55 Introducing Dr. Paige Stanley


03:55 Dr. Stanley's Research on AMP Grazing


08:01 Understanding Soil Carbon Dynamics


13:27 Challenges in Soil Carbon Research


21:42 Exploring Soil Texture and Carbon Sequestration


28:37 Adaptive Multi-Paddock Grazing vs. Holistic Management


32:44 Ruminating on Soil Carbon: A New Framework


39:23 Upcoming Savory Journey to Zimbabwe


39:55 Earth Day Giveaway Details


40:53 Understanding Grazing Categories


44:30 Mechanisms of Under and Overgrazing


50:37 Challenges in Soil Carbon Research


56:19 Feasibility of Soil Carbon Measurement for Ranchers


01:04:20 Technological Advances in Soil Science


01:10:51 Holistic Management and Adaptive Grazing


01:18:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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What Are We Getting Wrong In Soil Science? with Dr. Paige Stanley

What Are We Getting Wrong In Soil Science? with Dr. Paige Stanley

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