Secure The Soil

TemuAsyr Martin Bey

Dive into the future of food with Secure The Soil, where we explore California's evolving food landscape. From cutting-edge technology in agriculture to sustainable practices and community wellness, we cover it all. Whether you're passionate about environmental sustainability or curious about food security, there's something here for you. Join our community of like-minded listeners and subscribe today to stay informed and inspired.

Episodes

  1. Jun 17

    Farmer Ken Reveals what it really takes to build a farm (pt 2)

    In Part 2 of this Secure the Soil interview, Farmer Ken explains how urban farmers can navigate farm grants, agricultural policy, government programs, land access, and food system advocacy in California. Farmer Ken shares lessons from working within agricultural systems and discusses why representation at the policy level is critical for urban farmers and historically underserved communities. The conversation examines how organizations such as the California Department of Food and Agriculture and the USDA Farm Service Agency can support farmers, along with the challenges growers often face when trying to access funding, technical assistance, land, and institutional resources. This episode also explores the importance of joining agricultural boards, advisory groups, industry networks, and food policy spaces. Farmer Ken explains why farmers must participate in the ecosystems where decisions are made and how stronger community involvement can help shape a more equitable and innovative food system. In this episode: 00:00 Navigating California Agriculture 11:04 Farm Grants and Government Resources 19:16 Agricultural Policy and Farmer Advocacy 29:40 Representation in the Food System 39:11 Building Partnerships and Long-Term Opportunity Resources: Farmer Ken’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_ken California Department of Food and Agriculture: https://www.cdfa.ca.gov USDA Farm Service Agency: https://www.fsa.usda.gov Farm to School Program: https://www.farmtoschool.org Healthy Soils Program: https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/HealthySoils/ Subscribe to Secure the Soil for conversations about farm funding, land access, food policy, urban agriculture, sustainable farming, and the future of California’s food system. #FarmGrants #FoodPolicy #UrbanAgriculture #FarmerKen #CaliforniaAgriculture #LandAccess #USDA #CDFA #SustainableFarming #SecureTheSoil

    42 min

  2. Jun 17

    How Urban Farmers Find Land, Grants and Opportunity in California (pt 1)

    In Part 1 of this two-part Secure the Soil conversation, Temu Martin sits down with Farmer Ken to explore his journey from growing up around agriculture in Ohio to building an urban farming business in California. Farmer Ken shares how his childhood experiences shaped his relationship with farming, what inspired him to return to the land, and the challenges he faced while establishing a sustainable farm in the Los Angeles region. The conversation explores the realities of starting a farm, developing a business, accessing land, building community relationships, and creating a long-term vision for urban agriculture. This episode offers an honest look at what it takes to move from an interest in growing food to becoming a working farmer. It also highlights the role urban farms can play in improving local food access, educating communities, creating economic opportunity, and strengthening California’s food system. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction to Urban Farming and Farmer Ken 11:04 The Journey to Establishing a Farm Business 19:16 Building a Sustainable Urban Farm 29:40 Challenges and Opportunities in Urban Agriculture 39:11 Building Community and Farming Resources Guest: Farmer Ken Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_ken Subscribe to Secure the Soil for conversations about urban farming, land access, sustainable agriculture, food justice, community development, and California food policy. #FarmerKen #UrbanFarming #UrbanAgriculture #CaliforniaFarming #SustainableAgriculture #LosAngelesFarming #CommunityFarming #SecureTheSoil

    40 min

  3. Jun 8

    ep 9- From Dr. Sebi to Community Gardens: Detox, Deprogram & Reclaim Your Health

    The conversation delves into the journey of healthy living advocacy, influenced by personal experiences and the teachings of herbal healers like Dr. Sebi. The discussion also explores the concept of detoxification, deprogramming, and the biblical perspective on health and understanding. The conversation delves into the spiritual and personal impact of community gardening, highlighting the unexpected opportunities and positive changes it can bring. It emphasizes the role of community gardening in promoting unity and fostering a healthier community, both physically and spiritually. Takeaways Healthy living advocacyDetox and deprogramBiblical perspective on health Community gardening fosters a healthy spirit and soulStarting a community garden can lead to unexpected opportunitiesGetting involved in community gardening can positively impact mental and physical healthCommunity gardening can inspire others to get involved and make a positive changeCommunity gardening promotes unity and a healthier community Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Healthy Living Advocacy08:13 Influence of Dr. Sebi and Other Herbal Healers18:44 The Three Ds: Detach, Detox, and Deprogram29:12 Biblical Perspective on Health and Understanding37:35 Getting Started in Community Gardening and Its Impact45:06 Community Gardening and Personal Well-being50:11 Creating a Healthier Community Through Community Gardening

    59 min

  4. May 28

    EP.8 -Food Justice in LA:

    In this episode of Secure the Soil, Temu Martin sits down with Janet, a food justice organizer, writer, and community advocate from Southeast Los Angeles, for a deep conversation on food justice, urban agriculture, environmental justice, policy, and community power in LA. Janet shares how her journey began through environmental justice work, learning about decolonizing the diet, and understanding how food, land, health, policy, and systemic inequality are all connected. Together, we explore how government systems shape what communities have access to, why urban agriculture must be taken seriously in city and county policy, and how everyday people can organize to hold institutions accountable. This conversation is about more than food. It is about land, health, environmental justice, community healing, and the fight to create systems that actually serve the people most impacted by them. Topics covered: Food justice, urban agriculture, decolonizing diets, environmental justice, LA County food policy, community gardens, land access, public accountability, Southeast Los Angeles, food equity, and building power from the ground up. Subscribe to Secure the Soil for conversations on food systems, land access, agriculture, policy, and the future of community-led change in California.

    1h 28m

  5. May 9

    ep 7.- The Map

    The conversation delves into the complexities of navigating California's land equity ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of understanding the ecosystem around land equity. It explores the challenges and nuances of accessing the system, the disconnect between policymakers, land stewards, and the public, and the identification of entry points and mapping of resources. The discussion also highlights the practical steps for utilizing the information, engaging with the ecosystem, and supporting the mission and initiatives. Takeaways Navigating California's Land Equity EcosystemUnderstanding the Ecosystem Around Land Equity Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Land Equity Ecosystem06:05 Challenges and Nuances of Accessing the System11:07 Identifying Entry Points and Mapping Resources23:23 Utilizing the Information and Building Leverage38:39 Building a Movement and Supporting the Work

    43 min

  6. Apr 29

    The Allensworth Blueprint

    In Part 2 of this conversation, Tekoah takes us deeper into the story of Allensworth — not just as a historic Black town, but as a living blueprint for land ownership, economic development, and community-led innovation in California. We explore how the Allensworth Progressive Association is working to reclaim land, build sustainable economic systems, and create real pathways for multi-generational community ownership. This episode goes beyond preservation — it’s about activation, strategy, and building a future rooted in justice. Tekoah also breaks down the real barriers standing in the way: policy challenges, limited access to capital, and long-standing systems that were never built for equitable land control. But alongside those realities, we highlight the solutions — collaboration, organizing, and community-driven models that are opening new doors for food justice and land equity. If you’re interested in Allensworth history, Black land ownership, California agriculture, food justice, and community development, this episode connects the past to the present and shows why Allensworth still matters today. Part 2 is about resilience, execution, and building something that lasts. 🌱

    42 min

  7. Apr 20

    EP 5. know your past to grow your future

    Every food system has an origin story—and in California, that story is written into the land itself. In this episode of Secure the Soil, we trace the roots of California’s agricultural system through Allensworth, one of the state’s first self-sustaining Black towns, founded by Colonel Allen Allensworth. Built on land ownership, self-determination, and economic independence, Allensworth was more than a town — it was a bold vision for what freedom could look like when Black communities had access to land and the power to shape their own future. I’m joined by TK Kadoura, Associate Director of the Allensworth Progressive Association, for a conversation about how that legacy continues to echo through California’s modern food system. Together, we explore what Allensworth can teach us about land access, community development, and the possibility of building a more equitable agricultural future. We also talk about the role of farming as an economic engine, the realities of building with land, and why historic models still matter when we’re imagining what comes next. This episode lays the groundwork for a bigger conversation: not just where California’s food system comes from, but where it can go. Secure the Soil is a platform dedicated to turning land policy, history, and lived experience into actionable insight — bridging communities, farmers, and the systems that shape how we grow, share, and sustain food.

    39 min

  8. Apr 7

    power, policy & the land pt.1

    In this episode of Secure the Soil, we sit down with Nelson Hawkins—Chair of the California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force and founder of the Ujamaa Farmer Collective—to break down what it really takes to secure land in today’s agricultural system. From building a collective that secured public funding to helping shape statewide policy, Nelson shares how farmers and communities can move from being landless to landowners. We dive into the Task Force recommendations, land access strategies, and the real opportunities emerging in what many are calling a once-in-a-generation land transfer. This conversation bridges the gap between policy and practice—showing how land, power, and wealth are all connected. If you’re a farmer, advocate, or someone looking to access land, funding, or influence in the food system, this episode gives you the blueprint. the convo was so good we had to split it in two

    36 min

  9. Mar 30

    ep 4- the crisis

    The podcast episode delves into the formation and work of the California Agricultural Land Task Force, highlighting the personal journey and community involvement of the host, Timothy Martin. It explores the task force's goals, subcommittees, and outreach efforts, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and advocacy in shaping policy recommendations. Takeaways Community engagement is crucial for shaping policy recommendationsThe California Agricultural Land Task Force aims to address land equity issues and protect agricultural land from conversion to development Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Secure the Soil Podcast08:36 Land Equity Crisis in California17:16 Composition and Goals of the Task Force25:04 Subcommittees and Community Outreach30:29 Submission of Task Force Report

    32 min

  10. Mar 23

    Grassroots.AI.Resources

    The podcast explores the future of California's food system, focusing on the California Agricultural Land Task Force recommendations. It delves into grassroots approaches, urban agroecology, AI utilization, and accessing resources for community development. Takeaways Grassroots approachUrban agroecologyAI utilizationAccessing resources for community development Chapters 00:00 Accessing Resources for Community Development

    29 min

  11. Mar 22

    Secure The Soil Episode 2: " Your Move"

    SECURE THE SOIL — EPISODE 2 " Check... Your Move.." We back. 🌱 Episode 1 we drew the blueprint.. now we build the foundation In Episode 2 we break down all 3 keys — the real framework for how everyday people get positioned for the California Agricultural Reset. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real talk about what the experts are actually saying and how WE apply it. We getting into all of it: 🌱 Key 1 — Grassroots Strategy Start where you are. Your block. Your vacant lot. Your community. Urban AgroEcology is real and it's one of the most powerful entry points we got. You don't need acres. You need consistency. 🤖 Key 2 — Leverage AI Educate. Innovate. Implement. AI ain't just for tech bros — it's a tool and it's time WE pick it up. We breaking down exactly how to use it for grants, business plans, advocacy, and more. 💰 Key 3 — Use Other People's Money This might be the most slept on key. The grants, the federal programs, the state allocations — the money already exists. Our communities just haven't been told where to look. We changing that. And we set up exactly what's coming in Episode 3 — because that's when we go straight to the source. The Task Force. The recommendations. The real roadmap. If you slept on Episode 1 go back and watch it first. Then lock in here. 🎙️ Secure The Soil | Kingdom Come Agriculture #SecureTheSoil #Episode2 #The3Keys #LandEquity #FoodJustice #CaliforniaAgriculture #LandReset #GrassrootsMovement #LeverageAI #KingdomComeAgriculture #LosAngeles #CommunityFirst #BlackAgriculture #UrbanFarming

    29 min

  12. Mar 22

    For The People who weren't told

    Ayy, welcome to Secure The Soil. 🌱 This is where it starts. Episode 1 is the foundation — who this show is for, why we built it, and why RIGHT NOW is unlike any moment we've seen in California's food system history. The Great Agricultural Reset is not coming. It's already here. Land is shifting. Policies are moving. And most of our communities don't even know it's happening. In this episode we break down what the reset actually is, why it matters for everyday people — not just landowners and policy insiders — and how WE can get into position before the window closes. We also introduce the 3 keys. The framework that experts keep coming back to when they talk about how regular people get in the game: 🔑 Start grassroots — where you are, with what you have 🤖 Leverage AI — educate, innovate, implement 💰 Use Other People's Money — the resources already exist This is the beginning of the movement. If you don't watch anything else — watch this first. 🎙️ Secure The Soil | Kingdom Come Agriculture

    37 min
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Dive into the future of food with Secure The Soil, where we explore California's evolving food landscape. From cutting-edge technology in agriculture to sustainable practices and community wellness, we cover it all. Whether you're passionate about environmental sustainability or curious about food security, there's something here for you. Join our community of like-minded listeners and subscribe today to stay informed and inspired.

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  • Creator
    TemuAsyr Martin Bey
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  • Episodes
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    © 2026 TemuAsyr Martin Bey
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