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Learn a Biodynamic approach to fertilizing fruit trees in the fall with Alan Suprenant of Brook Farm Orchard in this episode of the Orchard People radio show and podcast. The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  

This show goes out LIVE on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time. After that you can download the podcast. 

To tune in LIVE (and submit your questions to our expert guests!) you can:

1. Tune into RealityRadio101.com during the time of the live show
2. OR watch the livestream on the Orchard People YouTube Channel

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• (00:00) - Introduction and Seasonal Context
• (00:44) - Guest Introduction: Alan Suprenant
• (01:16) - Alan's Journey to Biodynamic Farming
• (02:35) - Understanding Biodynamic Growing
• (03:31) - The Earth as a Living Being
• (04:49) - Fall Fertilization Techniques
• (06:11) - Listener Questions and Answers
• (12:25) - Compost and Natural Fertilizers
• (20:30) - Making and Using Fermented Teas
• (26:31) - Commercial Break and Sponsor Messages
• (30:23) - Return from Break: Continuing the Conversation
• (30:48) - Biodynamic Composting Explained
• (32:33) - Compost Ingredients and Preparation
• (34:14) - Using Biodynamic Sprays on Various Plants
• (34:50) - Advice for New Apple Tree Growers
• (35:50) - Managing Manure for Tree Health
• (37:19) - Preparing Biodynamic Cold Ferment Foliar Sprays
• (39:01) - Selling Apples and Cider
• (39:57) - Using Horse Manure and Post-Harvest Nutrition
• (41:01) - Fertilizing and Tree Care Tips
• (48:05) - Should You Fertilize Newly Planted Fruit Trees

Learn how to look at fruit tree leaves and identify common nutrient deficiencies (ie a lack of nitrogen, magnesium or boron) with Eric Hanson, Professor Emeritus of Horticulture Michigan State University.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  

This show goes out LIVE on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time. After that you can download the podcast. 

To tune in LIVE (and submit your questions to our expert guests!) you can:

1. Tune into RealityRadio101.com during the time of the live show
2. OR watch the livestream on the Orchard People YouTube Channel

Do you want to learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully? Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's free monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/

For premium fruit tree care education visit: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/. 

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (00:45) - Identifying Nutritional Deficiencies in Trees
• (01:21) - Guest Introduction: Eric Hansen
• (02:20) - Soil Testing and Its Limitations
• (06:31) - Tissue Testing for Nutrient Deficiencies
• (09:09) - Visual Diagnosis of Nutrient Deficiencies
• (10:55) - Nitrogen Deficiency in Fruit Trees
• (17:05) - Potassium Deficiency Symptoms
• (20:37) - Magnesium Deficiency in Orchards
• (23:59) - Understanding Manganese Deficiency
• (29:16) - Commercial Break and Sponsor Messages
• (32:58) - Introduction and Contact Information
• (33:31) - Interview with Eric Hansen: Nutritional Deficiencies in Fruit Trees
• (33:56) - Boron Deficiency in Fruit Trees
• (44:05) - Zinc Deficiency in Fruit Trees
• (50:35) - Iron Deficiency in Fruit Trees
• (56:26) - Holistic Approaches to Tree Nutrition
• (01:00:05) - Conclusion and Additional Resources

Join Greg Peterson from UrbanFarm.org as he shares five key fruit tree lessons that he has learned from starting a new orchard in North Carolina, applying lessons from 30 years of experience growing fruit trees on his urban farm in Phoenix, Arizona. Listen live to enter our contest to win this month's prize, UrbanFarm.org's Growing Food The Basics Course - $197 value.

The host of The Urban Forestry Radio Show and Podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  Tune into The Urban Forestry Radio Show LIVE by going to RealityRadio101.com on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time.

Learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully. Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's premium online courses at https://learn.orchardpeople.com/. 

• (00:00) - Show Introduction
• (01:44) - Fruit Tree Lessons for New Growers Introduction
• (02:17) - Why Greg is moving to a new site to grow his fruit trees
• (09:17) - Greg's First Lesson: Wait a year before planting your first fruit trees
• (12:40) - Greg's second lesson: Understand IPM
• (22:49) - Greg's third lesson: Your first garden is your worst garden
• (25:28) - Advice from experienced growers from the North American Fruit Explorers (NAFEX) group
• (26:02) - Labels and map your fruit trees
• (27:57) - Buy later ripening varieties (or early if you live in a warm climate)
• (29:35) - Elevate the planting zone
• (32:57) - Join the North American Fruit Explorers
• (33:58) - Messages from show sponsors
• (38:29) - Introduction to part 2
• (39:38) - Planting is trios
• (44:28) - Greg's fourth lesson: Pay attention and observe
• (45:47) - How Greg plants new trees
• (49:16) - Greg's lesson #5: Planting 150 trees is different than planting 5
• (51:24) - Dig holes for trees well in advance
• (51:52) - Learn how to graft fruit trees
• (52:30) - The importance of thinning the fruit on your tree
• (52:58) - The importance of correct fruit tree pruning
• (57:22) - Appreciation for Apple Podcast ratings and reviews
• (58:52) - How to learn more about Greg
• (59:32) - How to learn more about Susan and her fruit tree education website

Learn how beneficial insects can protect your fruit trees from pests and insect infestations in this hour-long podcast featuring Jessica Walliser, Author of Attracting Beneficial Bugs to Your Garden, along with Brian Spencer, President of biological pest control company Applied Bio-nomics in Victoria, British Columbia.

ABOUT
Orchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  

HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCAST

The show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! 
While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.

Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.

Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.

NEWSLETTER

Do you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?
Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/

BOOKS

Susan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.
Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/books

COURSES

Susan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.com

ARTICLES
For more information on this topic, click on the links below: 

How to Prune Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/

Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:

https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/

How to Feed Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/

The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:

https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/

How to Graft Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/

These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!

• (00:00) - Exploring Beneficial Insects in the Garden
• (01:04) - Interview with Jessica Walliser: Attracting Beneficial Bugs
• (03:46) - Understanding Beneficial Insects: Predators and Parasitoids
• (06:56) - The Role of Beneficial Insects in Pest Control
• (13:53) - Introduction to Beneficial Insects
• (14:10) - Practical Steps to Attract Beneficial Insects
• (22:32) - Creating a Balanced Ecosystem in Your Garden
• (24:52) - Interview with Brian Spencer: Beneficial Insects Industry
• (26:59) - Brian Spencer's Journey: From Winemaking to Insect Breeding
• (27:55) - Challenges and Successes in Breeding Beneficial Insects
• (29:27) - Strategies for Using Beneficial Insects in Orchards
• (34:31) - Conservation and Entomology in Agriculture
• (41:13) - Practical Advice for Home Orchardists

When you plant a tree, you start a relationship. Jason Adkins of Trevecca Nazerene University talks about botanical tree names.

Erica Smith Fichman, Program Manager of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s TreePhilly Program on how her organization is turning Philadelphia into a "City of Arborly Love".

ABOUT
Orchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  

HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCAST

The show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! 
While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.

Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.

Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.

NEWSLETTER

Do you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?
Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/

BOOKS

Susan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.
Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/books

COURSES

Susan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.com

ARTICLES
For more information on this topic, click on the links below: 

How to Prune Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/

Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:

https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/

How to Feed Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/

The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:

https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/

How to Graft Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/

These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!

• (00:00) - Introduction to Nature and Gardening
• (00:41) - Guest Introduction: Jason Atkins
• (01:54) - History of Trees on Campus
• (04:07) - Tree Identification and Importance
• (11:55) - Urban Agriculture and Fruit Trees
• (16:03) - Companion Planting and Tree Health
• (18:50) - Environmental Justice and Community Impact
• (20:21) - Propagating Trees and Urban Farming
• (24:08) - Wrapping Up with Jason Atkins
• (24:37) - Introduction to Tree Philly Program
• (25:14) - Erica Smith Joins the Conversation
• (26:15) - How Tree Philly Operates
• (27:13) - Tree Canopy Goals and Achievements
• (28:48) - Popular Trees and Community Engagement
• (30:03) - Challenges and Solutions in Tree Distribution
• (31:55) - Support and Resources for Tree Care
• (34:32) - Varieties of Trees Distributed
• (38:31) - Participant Feedback and Tree Stories
• (44:12) - Future of Tree Philly Program
• (44:40) - Conclusion and Contact Information

Steve Biggs, author of "Grow Figs Where You Think You Can't" and founder of Food Garden Life, explains how to grow fig trees and lemon trees indoors during the winter even if you live in a cold climate!

Thomas Wilson of Spirit Tree Estate Cidery shares his cidery journey and offerings, along with the whys and hows of apple tree care including spindle training.

Additional Resources:

• Steve shares the five secrets of fig tree growing in this video.
• Learn more about growing lemon trees in cold climates in this article.
• Learn more about apple tree rootstocks and training (explore weighing and apple bands for horizontal growth).
• Get a taste of a fruit tree tradition known as "wassailing" in this article.

ABOUT
Orchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  

HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCAST

The show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! 
While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.

Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.

Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.

NEWSLETTER

Do you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?
Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/

BOOKS

Susan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.
Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/books

COURSES

Susan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.com

ARTICLES
For more information on this topic, click on the links below: 

How to Prune Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/

Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:

https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/

How to Feed Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/

The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:

https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/

How to Graft Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/

These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!

• (00:00) - Introduction and Winter Preparations
• (00:31) - Meet Steve Biggs: The Fig Pig
• (01:41) - Growing Fig Trees Indoors
• (03:31) - Winter Care for Fig Trees
• (04:19) - Propagating Fig Trees from Cuttings
• (09:39) - Fig Tree Varieties and Preferences
• (13:01) - Steve's Fig Hedge and Overwintering Techniques
• (15:32) - Exploring Indoor Lemon Trees
• (20:57) - Caring for Lemon Plants Indoors and Outdoors
• (22:01) - Fertilizing Potted Plants
• (23:46) - Growing Olives and Other Indoor Fruiting Plants
• (25:18) - Winter Care for Indoor Plants
• (26:56) - Interview: Writing a Gardening Book with My Daughter
• (29:00) - Turning an Orchard into a Tourist Destination
• (30:03) - The History and Evolution of Spirit Tree Estate Cidery
• (36:22) - Pruning Techniques for Apple Trees
• (40:59) - Conclusion and Additional Resources

Learn about a new and easy-to-grow hybrid berry called the Haskap (scientifically known as Lonicera caerulea, or commonly as Blue/Edible Honeysuckle, Honeyberry, or Camerise in French) from Don Northcott of Phytocultures Limited.

Also, hear how urban orchards need to grow and change over time with Anna Rallings of Kwantlen Polytechnic University.

ABOUT
Orchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  

HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCAST

The show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! 
While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.

Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.

Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.

NEWSLETTER

Do you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?
Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/

BOOKS

Susan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.
Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/books

COURSES

Susan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.com

ARTICLES
For more information on this topic, click on the links below: 

How to Prune Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/

Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:

https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/

How to Feed Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/

The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:

https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/

How to Graft Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/

These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!

• (00:00) - Introduction and Susan's Gardening Dreams
• (00:50) - Introducing the Special Guest: Don Northcott
• (01:56) - Understanding Haskaps: The New Blue Berry
• (02:48) - Haskaps' Origins and Cultivation
• (05:06) - Growing Conditions and Adaptability
• (09:15) - Breeding and Selection Process
• (18:39) - Pests and Protection Strategies
• (23:20) - Future of Haskaps in the Market
• (27:59) - Sponsor Messages and Community Orchard Network
• (30:22) - Introduction to the Urban Forestry Radio Show
• (31:12) - Susan's Journey to Starting a Community Orchard
• (32:14) - Interview with Anna Rawlings: The Sharing Farm Orchard
• (37:06) - Challenges and Adaptations in Orchard Management
• (44:42) - Educational Programs and Practical Training
• (48:43) - Reflections on Fruit Tree Cultivation
• (53:36) - Conclusion and Thank You

Learn how to cultivate thriving fruit trees and gardens even if you don't have the best soil by using the Hügelkultur technique. Tune in to this Tuesday's live radio show and podcast with guest Paul Wheaton from Permies.com.

Explore this month's recommended resource is the Garden Master Course by Helen Atthowe, an expert in "Beyond-organic" gardening, integrating fundamentals of a master gardener program, Masanobu Fukuoka's practices, and ecology.

The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  

Susan is the author of four books on fruit tree care. Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/books

She is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.com

HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCAST

The show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.

📺 Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.

🎧 Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.

✍️ Do you want to learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully? Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's free monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/

For premium fruit tree care education visit: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON GROWING FRUIT TREES THAT THRIVE:

✂️ How to Prune Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/

🪲 Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:

https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/

🌳 How to Feed Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/

🍎 The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:

https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/

🌱 How to Graft Fruit Trees:

https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/

MORE PODCASTS TO EXPLORE WITH RELATED TOPICS:

Relationship with trees and companion planting

Know Your Fruit Tree's Name with Jason Adkins, and Brown Turkey Fig Trees in Philly with Erica Smith Fichman

Beneficial insect attractor

How Good Bugs Can Protect Your Fruit Trees From Pests with Jessica Walliser and Brian Spencer

Perennial Vegetables

Growing Perennial Vegetables with Ben Caeser

Cover Crops

Cover Crops with Christina Currell

Nitrogen Fixer

Do Nitrogen Fixing Plants Improve Soil Fertility with Stefan Sobkowiak

Pollinator Garden

Bee Garden Design and Fruit Trees with Lorraine Johnson

Food Forest

Turning Your Backyard Into a Food Forest with Dani Baker

Food Forest Design with Lincoln Smith

Foodscaping with Matt Lebon

Persimmon

Hybrid Persimmons with Darren Bender-Beauregard

These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!

• (00:00) - Introduction to the Urban Forestry Radio Show
• (01:03) - Challenges of Growing Fruit Trees in Poor Soil
• (01:53) - Introduction to Hugelkultur with Paul Wheaton
• (04:47) - Benefits of Hugelkultur
• (06:41) - Building Hugelkultur in Urban Environments
• (10:45) - Listener Questions and Answers
• (11:51) - Swales and Hugelkultur in Different Climates
• (18:46) - Best Practices for Hugelkultur
• (28:00) - Choosing the Right Wood for Hugelkultur
• (31:05) - Closing Remarks and Sponsor Message
• (31:47) - Introduction to Organic Fruit Tree Growing
• (32:29) - Student Testimonial: Jennifer Chandler
• (33:31) - Silver Creek Nursery: Sustainable Fruit Trees
• (34:23) - Whiffle Tree Nursery: Wide Selection of Cultivars
• (35:25) - Vermicomposting with Vermi Beck
• (38:25) - Listener Questions and Hugelkultur Tips
• (45:12) - Paul Wheaton's Gardening Journey
• (50:18) - Listener Emails and Contest
• (01:02:39) - Conclusion and Farewell

In this radio show and podcast, fruit tree educator Susan Poizner usually interviews experts in fruit tree care. But in this episode, Harold Thornbro of The Modern Homesteading Podcast interviews her! Topics covered include easy-to-grow fruit trees, how to prune fruit trees and improving harvest quality.

Learn more about Harold and check out The Modern Homesteading Podcast here: https://redemptionpermaculture.com/category/podcast/

Sign up for Susan's courses on fruit tree pruning, pest and disease management, young tree care here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/

For more videos, eBooks and podcasts about fruit tree care, visit https://orchardpeople.com/. Orchard People has made fruit tree care easier for thousands of home growers, gardeners and arborists in North America and beyond since 2013. 

What do you do with your bumper crop of apples? In this episode, learn how to can apples easily while keeping your loved ones safe from risks like botulism and mold! Our guest is homesteading and canning expert Melissa K. Norris of the Pioneering Today Podcast and Academy.

Listeners who tune into the show live will be able to enter this month's contest to win Everything Worth Preserving: The Complete Guide for Food Preservation at Home by Melissa K. Norris valued at $29.00.

The host of The Urban Forestry Radio Show and Podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  Tune into The Urban Forestry Radio Show LIVE by going to RealityRadio101.com on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time.

Learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully. Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's premium online courses at https://learn.orchardpeople.com/. 

These video notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!