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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    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 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.