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Surviving Hard Times


Jun 2, 2023

In this episode, we discuss composting, organic residuals, and soil health with Dr. Sally Brown. Dr. Brown is a Research Associate Professor at the University of Washington’s School of Forest Resources where she focuses her research on cleaning up contaminated soils. 

From metal hyperaccumulator plants to soil amendments, Dr. Brown is on a mission to help us to live in a more sustainable manner. So, how can we turn our cities green? Dr. Brown believes that by making the use and re-use of wastes part of our daily vocabulary, we may just have a shot…

Click play now to learn about:

  • The role that composting plays in gardening.
  • Tips for productive urban gardening.
  • Soil contaminants that are typically found in urban environments.
  • How to test soil health.

To find out more about Dr. Brown and her research, click here now!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q