How do you grow more productive, greener, and healthier gardens, farms, and forests, with less time and money? The secret is in the soil – healthy, living soil, that is. Unlock the secrets for bringing soils to life in this two hour workshop. Learn how to recognize healthy soil, feed and nourish the soil food web, and build soil fertility using natural strategies and techniques available to everyone. Get down to the ground level for a soil-eyed view that will change the way you grow.
Event is capped at 20
Speaker Bio
Ea (Elizabeth) Murphy is a soil scientist and author of Building Soil: A Down-to-Earth Approach (Cool Springs Press, 2015). Her passion for growing food led to a master’s degree from University of California, Davis, where she researched the fundamentals of soil organic matter and sustainable ways to improve it. She has worked on farms, with urban gardens, in environmental restoration, in agroecological research, and for Oregon State University Extension. With twenty years of hands-on practical experience and the latest research in soil health to back her up, she shares the simple truth that to grow more, we need to do less. She has shared the message of living soil with audiences across the country, including appearances on King 5’s New Day Northwest, WHYY’s You Bet Your Garden, and PRI’s Science Friday.
Based in Tacoma, Washington her love of soil takes her on adventures within her community and around the world. One thing she believes: the future of our planet depends on bringing soil to life, where ever we are.
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This is an outdoor event. Please dress comfortably and according to the weather forecast. Consider bringing rain gear, warm layers, and waterproof shoes. Our events happen rain or shine.
After the presentation portion, you will be able to work hands-on in the dirt. You may bring your own gloves or use the ones provided.
Please bring what you need to be comfortable (e.g. a chair to sit, a warm beverage, etc.)