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You can't have culture without agriculture. Real conversations about what actually works in agriculture. From soil biology to poultry health, we dig into the science and stories that matter.

Episodes

  1. 5D AGO

    Episode 3: "Why Your Fertilizer Isn't Working (And What to Do Instead)"

    Why Your Fertilizer Isn’t Working (And What Soil Health Has To Do With It) | AG & Culture Podcast Ep. 3 Farmers and homeowners spend billions on fertilizer every year. So why are so many seeing less return on the same inputs? In Episode 3 of the AG & Culture Podcast, Mike Usry and Joseph Boehm break down one of the biggest misconceptions in modern agriculture: fertilizer isn’t the problem — but it’s also not the solution. Drawing from decades of soil study and real-world experience, Mike explains: • Why over-reliance on NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium) leads to diminishing returns • What fertilizer actually is — and what it isn’t • The difference between macro nutrients and trace minerals • Why carbon is the most ignored element in soil health • How synthetic fertilizers affect soil pH and salinity • The “soil engine” analogy — microbes vs. fuel • What over-fertilization really does underground • How to revitalize depleted soil • Why monocropping damages ecosystems • How long land should rest to recover • The difference between passive rest and active restoration • The balance between synthetic efficiency and regenerative systems Mike also addresses whether soil becomes “addicted” to fertilizer and explains why the real issue isn’t chemical dependence — it’s biological imbalance. This episode challenges the idea that more fertilizer equals more production and instead focuses on the unseen world beneath your feet: the soil microbiome. If you’re a: – Farmer – Rancher – Home gardener – Lawn care professional – Homesteader – Or just someone curious about food systems This conversation will change the way you think about fertilizer forever. Coming Up Next: Episode 4 — The Power of Carbon Listen now and subscribe for deeper conversations on agriculture, soil biology, regenerative systems, and the cultural roots of food.

    17 min

  2. FEB 11

    Episode 2: "Humic vs. Fulvic: The Difference That Actually Matters"

    In Episode 2 of the AG & Culture Podcast, hosts Mike Usry and Joseph Boehm cut through the marketing noise surrounding humic acid vs fulvic acid and explain what actually matters for soil health, microbial activity, and nutrient availability. If you’ve ever wondered why humic and fulvic products are often confusing, overhyped, or poorly explained, this episode breaks it down in practical, real-world terms. Drawing on decades of experience working with humic deposits and soil systems, Mike explains why humic and fulvic substances do not exist separately in nature, how they function together, and what role they play in building healthy, resilient soil. This conversation goes beyond product labels and dives into the systemic nature of soil health—from microbial structure and nutrient chelation to biofilm breakdown, oxygen transfer, and why observation matters more than shortcuts. Whether you’re a farmer, grower, homeowner, or simply interested in regenerative agriculture, this episode reframes soil amendments as part of a living system rather than a quick fix. Humic vs fulvic acid: what’s real vs what’s marketing How humic substances form and evolve in soil The role of microbes, structure, and nutrient chelation Why fulvic acid breaks biofilm and improves oxygen flow Adsorption vs absorption explained simply Practical signs your soil or lawn may need support Why soil health is a long-term system, not a one-product solution This episode is ideal for anyone interested in regenerative agriculture, soil biology, sustainable farming, lawn care, or understanding what healthy soil actually looks like beneath the surface. 🎧 Listen now and learn why soil health starts with structure, observation, and stewardship—not shortcuts.

    14 min
  3. Episode 1: "Invisible Economy Under Your Feet"

    FEB 3

    Episode 1: "Invisible Economy Under Your Feet"

    Why can’t you separate agriculture from culture? In the first episode of the AG & Culture Podcast, hosts Mike Usry and Joseph Boehm lay the foundation for the show by exploring the deep, often forgotten connection between food, soil, and human civilization. Long before industrialization and instant convenience, societies revolved around agriculture. Culture was shaped at the dinner table. Traditions, relationships, and communities were built around what we grew, harvested, and shared. Food wasn’t just fuel — it was identity. Mike explains why this podcast isn’t called “Ag & Food,” but Ag & Culture, and how regional cuisines, ancient civilizations, and even modern social breakdown all trace back to how disconnected we’ve become from the land beneath our feet. The conversation dives into: How agriculture shaped human culture throughout history Why soil health matters more than most people realize What’s actually happening underground in the soil microbiome How microbes, roots, and humic substances support healthy plants Common misconceptions about fertilizers and “organic” farming Why healthy soil creates resilient plants — and unhealthy soil attracts pests The mindset shift from thinking in “dirt” to understanding living soil Mike also shares his personal journey into soil biology, sparked by preparing to become a father and questioning the modern food system. Drawing from his work with Southland Organics, he explains complex soil science concepts in a clear, accessible way for homeowners, growers, and anyone curious about where food truly begins. This episode sets the tone for the AG & Culture Podcast: slower conversations, deeper thinking, and a return to principles that nourish not just our bodies, but our culture and our soul.

    20 min
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You can't have culture without agriculture. Real conversations about what actually works in agriculture. From soil biology to poultry health, we dig into the science and stories that matter.

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