TerreScience Podcast

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We hear about new health trends every day and they all promise to have the best solution to our world's problems, but in reality, are they actually helping? In this podcast, Rajnish Khanna, a plant scientist, and Brigid McNally, a graduate student, talk with exciting guests including renowned leaders and thinkers to learn from their expert opinions and real experiences regarding important issues such as food, environment, consciousness, well-being and trends.

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    Episode #38 with Dr. Wei Wu of CDFA - Product Registration and understanding registration process

    How to Register Fertilizer Labels: Essential Insights from Dr. Wei Wu Learn how to navigate the fertilizer label registration process with insights from Dr. Wei Wu of CDFA. Understand key steps, regulations, and tips for success.When it comes to managing fertilizer products in California, understanding the registration process is crucial for compliance and market success. In this podcast, we’ll explore the essential insights shared by Dr. Wei Wu, a senior environmental scientist with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). If you're looking to register fertilizer or organic input material products, this guide will provide you with valuable knowledge and actionable steps to take.About Dr. Wei Wu -Dr. Wei Wu has dedicated over 15 years to the Fertilizing Material Registration and Inspection Program at CDFA. With a background in chemistry, biology, and extensive experience in academic research, Dr. Wu's expertise is invaluable in understanding the complexities of fertilizer regulations. His insights are critical for anyone interested in entering the fertilizer market in California.Understanding the Role of CDFA in Fertilizer Regulation -The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) plays a pivotal role in regulating fertilizers to ensure safety and quality. Established in 1919, CDFA's mission has evolved to strengthen a fair and resilient food system. The department’s efforts include:- Step 1: Obtain a Business LicenseBefore you can register any product, your business must obtain a license from CDFA. This includes:- **Separate Licenses for Different Locations**: Each manufacturing site needs its license.- **License Fee**: A fee of $100 applies for each license, which needs renewal every two years.- Step 2: Register Your Product LabelsOnce you have your business license, you can start registering product labels. Key points to consider include:- **Different Labels for Different Claims**: If your product has multiple marketing claims, each claim may require a separate label.- **Organic vs. Conventional Fertilizers**: Organic products have additional requirements under USDA regulations, including a detailed formula sheet listing all ingredients.- Step 3: Compliance and InspectionAfter registration, your products will be subject to regular inspections:- **Routine Checks**: CDFA inspectors will visit manufacturing sites to ensure compliance with labeling and quality standards.- **Sampling**: Random sampling of products will be conducted to verify that they meet the registered claims.**Common Mistake**: Failing to renew licenses or not understanding the labeling requirements can lead to compliance issues and penalties. Why Compliance Matters in Fertilizer Registration -Compliance with CDFA regulations is not just about following the law; it’s about ensuring your products are safe and effective for consumers. The benefits of staying compliant include:- **Consumer Trust**: Properly labeled products foster trust in your brand.- **Market Access**: Compliance opens doors to wider markets, including organic farming communities.- **Avoiding Penalties**: Non-compliance can result in hefty fines and product recalls, damaging your reputation.Key Takeaways - 1. **Understand the Registration Process**: Familiarize yourself with the steps required to register your fertilizer products with CDFA.2. **Stay Informed**: Regularly check for updates on regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.3. **Engage with Experts**: Don’t hesitate to reach out to professionals like Dr. Wei Wu for guidance and support during the registration process.**Next Step**: Interested in learning more about the registration process? Check out CDFA's official resources for detailed guidance on fertilizer regulations.Contact Dr. Wei Wu - Wei.Wu@cdfa.ca.govLearn more at - https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/is/ffldrs/fertilizer.html

    52 min
  2. Episode #37 with Gregory Willis – Flavor, Mindfulness, and the Science of Taste

    08/26/2025

    Episode #37 with Gregory Willis – Flavor, Mindfulness, and the Science of Taste

    Today at TerreScience, Dr. Rajnish Khanna and Gregory Willis are diving into the world of flavor—not just as something we taste, but as something we can understand, design, and experience more mindfully. Our guest, Gregory Willis, —is a chef turned food innovator and the creative mind behind Flavor Studio and the Flavor Savor app. Gregory’s journey has taken him from professional kitchens to the cutting edge of food technology, including his role as COO at Treasure8, where he worked on patented dehydration technologies to fight food waste and improve global nutrition access. He’s also the author of The Language of Flavor, a book that blends science, creativity, and sensory awareness. In this conversation, we’ll talk about the science of taste, the consciousness of eating, and how technology can help us not only innovate, but also reconnect with the origins and stories behind our food. So—join us in this episode in the "Flavor Studio", and see how science, sustainability, and mindfulness come together on the plate. ▶ More about Dr. Rajnish Khanna: https://rajnishkhanna.com ▶ Check out Flavor Studio: https://www.flavorstudio.com/ ▶ Email us: info@terrescience.com ▶ Music: A New Galaxy from Bendsound.com Enjoying our Agriculture episodes? Follow our new channel INNOVATINGAg here on YouTube! We focus on all things agriculture, highlighting new innovations in this important industry. #InnovatingAg ▶ INNOVATINGAg YouTube: / @innovatingag

    37 min
  3. Episode #36 - What is IR-4 and what does it do for the agriculture industry? Kari Arnold explains!

    06/18/2025

    Episode #36 - What is IR-4 and what does it do for the agriculture industry? Kari Arnold explains!

    In this episode of TerreScience, Dr. Rajnish Khanna is joined by Dr. Kari Arnold to talk about IR-4 and the importance of this program to the agriculture industry. ▶ More about Dr. Rajnish Khanna: https://rajnishkhanna.com▶ More about Dr. Kari Arnold: While working in landscaping, greenhouses and nurseries, Kari Arnold completed a Plant Science degree in Horticulture from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Later she moved to Sacramento and performed various grapevine virus assays at Foundation Plant Services (FPS), a department of the University of California, Davis. Later she accomplished a PhD in Plant Pathology from UC Davis. After graduating, she accepted a position as a Stanislaus County UCCE Farm Advisor. In late 2022 she accepted the position as IR-4 Western Region Associate Director, housed at UC Davis. IR-4 facilitates regulatory approval of sustainable pest management technology for specialty crops and specialty uses to promote public well-being.▶ Reach out to Kari: klarnold@ucdavis.edu▶ Learn more about IR-4 - ir4project.orgFollow IR-4 on Social Media: ▶ https://www.facebook.com/IR4Project▶ https://www.instagram.com/ir4_project/▶ https://www.linkedin.com/company/ir-4-project/posts/?feedView=all▶ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsFFM-zKnp40DxBJFAUcxiQ/playlists▶ Email us: info@terrescience.com ▶ Music: A New Galaxy from Bendsound.comEnjoying our Agriculture episodes? Follow our new channel INNOVATINGAg here on YouTube! We focus on all things agriculture, highlighting new innovations in this important industry. #InnovatingAg ▶ INNOVATINGAg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UChC8rZVOZxd_buah3eKZ87g

    41 min
  4. Episode #35 - A chat with Gina Osborn from "Making Maverick Moves" Podcast (Manteca TEDx Sneak Peak)

    04/09/2025

    Episode #35 - A chat with Gina Osborn from "Making Maverick Moves" Podcast (Manteca TEDx Sneak Peak)

    Rajnish Khanna sits down with renowned podcaster and speaker, Gina Osborn ahead of her TEDx Talk in Manteca, California. We're thrilled Gina could make the time to give us a sneak peak of what to expect from her Manteca TEDx Talk. You can links to Gina's website, her podcast "Making Maverick Moves" and buy last minute tickets to the Manteca TEDx talk, below. For a full bio on Gina, visit: https://GinaLOsborn.com/▶ Website: https://GinaLOsborn.com/ YouTube▶https://youtu.be/qXR73igp47I TEDxManteca Links ▶ Website: https://tedxmanteca.com/ For more information on Rajnish: https://rajnishkhanna.com▶ TerreScience - https://terrescience.com/▶ Email us: info@terrescience.com

    19 min
  5. Episode #34 - Streams of Consciousness with Devangshu - Ancient Ideals of Consciousness

    02/08/2025

    Episode #34 - Streams of Consciousness with Devangshu - Ancient Ideals of Consciousness

    Episode #34 of TerreScience digs into our human connection to the Godavari River in India and the changes and challenges this river is facing. Devangshu - a popular radio host and student of consciousness study - is our guest this week offering his insight into the growing challenges of this region and our subconscious connection to this ancient river. As the second largest river in India, the Godavari holds both a large agricultural purpose as well as a spiritual purpose for the Indian people. Devangshu also discusses consciousness with Dr. Rajnish Khanna - a common topic on our channel! ▶ Fore more information on Rajnish:https://rajnishkhanna.comDevangshu Dutta is founder-chief executive of Third Eyesight, and founder-managing partner of PVC Partners. Through his career Devangshu has worked at ahead-of- the-curve initiatives. Beginning with broadcasting (All India Radio, 1986- 1991), Devangshu commenced his career in the consumer sector in 1990 with the leading modern retail chain in India of that time, eventually heading the category that contributed one-third of the company’s sales. He then worked as part of the launch team of a 50:50 JV of an international fashion brand in marketing & distribution. Thereafter, he joined a small consulting firm at its earliest stage and contributed to its growth into the largest consulting firm in the retail and consumer products sector as a joint-venture with the leading global consulting firm in the sector. In 1999- 2000 he co-founded an internet-based supply chain solutions business. Subsequently, Devangshu founded Third Eyesight (a specialist management consulting firm) in 2003 and co-founded PVC Partners (an early-stage venture acceleration firm) in 2007. Devangshu has led consulting engagements related to strategy, operations and organisational change for clients from Asia, Europe, and the USA, with size ranging up to annual sales of over US$ 80 billion, from sectors including lifestyle and fashion, food & grocery, agri-business, home & DIY, consumer services, quick service restaurants, e-commerce, information technology, professional services and social development. Third Eyesight’s clients include market-leading corporate businesses and family firms from across the world, as well as government organisations, investors, and trade associations in various sectors. Work with Start-Ups: Through PVC Partners, Devangshu has engaged with sectors including pharmaceutical research, renewable energy, women’s empowerment, healthcare, education and technology. Since 2007, PVC Partners has worked with over 150 entrepreneurs in various ways, and with domestic and international platforms, incubators, accelerators and investors to structure acceleration programs (discovery-to-launch support for selected entrepreneurs, address their key weaknesses, and promote cross-enterprise learning).CONNECT/FOLLOW:▶ Twitter :  / devangshu  ▶ LinkedIn:  / devangshudutta  ▶ Slideshare:https://www.slideshare.net/DevangshuD...▶ More informational reading on the Godavari --https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... https://aviralgodavari.org▶ TerreScience -https://terrescience.com/▶ Email us: info@terrescience.com

    31 min
  6. Episode #33 | Exploring Artificial Consciousness and Intelligence with Aida Elamrani

    01/01/2025

    Episode #33 | Exploring Artificial Consciousness and Intelligence with Aida Elamrani

    Artificial Intelligence, is it and can it ever be conscious? What does that mean? Can we define AI and what it means for AI to be conscious? We talk with Aida Elamrani again and dive into these exciting questions. Aida talks with our host Dr. Rajnish Khanna in this episode of the TerreScience Podcast. ▶ More about Dr. Rajnish Khanna: https://rajnishkhanna.com ▶ TerreScience - https://terrescience.com/ ▶ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PYVjTH... ▶ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ Email us: info@terrescience.com ▶ Music: A New Galaxy from Bendsound.com #ai #consciousness #aiethics #quantumconsciousness #consciousness #ethicsofai #terrescience #artificalintelligence #tedxtalks

    25 min
  7. Episode #32 - Roles and Efficacy of Regulatory Bodies with Dr. Katie Krowlikowski

    12/24/2024

    Episode #32 - Roles and Efficacy of Regulatory Bodies with Dr. Katie Krowlikowski

    In this episode of TerreScience, Dr. Rajnish Khanna is joined by Dr. Katie Krowikowski to talk about food and drug regulation and the importance of the regulatory industry. This semester, at Contra Costa College in California, Dr. Krowliskowski is teaching an online course on regulation, an exciting opportunity for students and industry workers alike (located anywhere!) to learn more about how to navigate this industry. Interested in joining this online discussion and taking part in the for credit or not for credit course? Click the link below. ▶ More about Dr. Rajnish Khanna: https://rajnishkhanna.com ▶ More about Dr. Katie Krowlikowski: ▶ Learn more about the available course: ▶ Direct link to the college website (this is an online course!): ▶ Email us: info@terrescience.com ▶ Music: A New Galaxy from Bendsound.com

    27 min
  8. Episode #31 - A quick chat with Michael Pollan on Consciousness

    12/07/2024

    Episode #31 - A quick chat with Michael Pollan on Consciousness

    Rajnish Khanna sits down with renowned author Michael Pollan to discuss their thoughts on consciousness. We were excited to have a chance to hear Michael's thoughts on this complex subject and are looking forward to his upcoming book. Michael's previous works include discussions on plants, how food health effects all of us and digging into the history and uses of psychedelics - collectively leading him into the study of consciousness. You can find many of Michael's works both published books and work/inspiration on documentary's on Amazon and Netflix. See a shortened list of where to enjoy these incredible discussions, below. Michael's full works are always available for view on his website! For a full bio on Michael, visit: https://michaelpollan.com/ For Michael Pollan's book list, you can shop here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=michael+po... To view the documentary "How to Change Your Mind" on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80229847 To view the documentary "Cooked" on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80022456 Fore more information on Rajnish: https://rajnishkhanna.com ▶ TerreScience - https://terrescience.com/ ▶ Email us: info@terrescience.com

    15 min
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We hear about new health trends every day and they all promise to have the best solution to our world's problems, but in reality, are they actually helping? In this podcast, Rajnish Khanna, a plant scientist, and Brigid McNally, a graduate student, talk with exciting guests including renowned leaders and thinkers to learn from their expert opinions and real experiences regarding important issues such as food, environment, consciousness, well-being and trends.

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  • Creator
    TerreScience
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    39
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