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.

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    wolf collins- electric wok ep 11

    The conversation covers the topics of alkaline vegan cuisine, food sourcing, community impact, and the relationship between food and self-care. It also delves into the unique environment of Amani Gardens and the Crenshaw Food Hub, highlighting the role of chefs in the food system. The conversation delves into the importance of maintaining a high standard in food and lifestyle, the need for infrastructure and community support, and the role of policymakers in promoting healthy food access. It also emphasizes the significance of cultural vibrancy and community acceptance in sustaining a healthier food system. Takeaways Alkaline Vegan CuisineCommunity ImpactFood SourcingChef's Role in the Food System High standards in food and lifestyle are essential for promoting confidence and trust in the products and services offered.Infrastructure, community support, and collaboration are crucial for the success of food-related businesses and initiatives.Policymakers and advocates need to focus on not just providing access to healthy food, but also on creating excitement, culture, and vibrancy within communities. Chapters 00:00 Food and Self-Care Relationship

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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.

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    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

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    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. 🌱

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    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.

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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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