Did you inoculated the brewing. Does not work with out microbes

I'm 4th generation farmer, my grandmother has been running the greenhouse on the farm for about 20 odd years now, she swears by it. We plant 10-15,000 strawberries a year in this, all of our houses have it in the flower beds/landscaping, and all of our other vegetables are planted in it, and we never have an issue. So your "been around for a little while" holds no weight 🤷‍♂️ properly maintaining your garden is just as important with or without the barrier, so if you have an issue with the barrier, blame the gardener, not the barrier

Like everything in nature and biology says, everything in good measure. Too much of a good thing can be bad.

The liquid tomato feed I use here in the UK says it's 4-3-8 but in fact it's 2.1-3-6.6 in _available_ nutrients. Instructions are to mix 20ml in 4.5 litres & apply 1.5 litres per plant every 7 days. This _seems_ to be comprehensive & if I calculated correctly, will apply 0.14g of ureic nitrogen per plant per week, or about 2.2g per plant through the growing season. This falls within the range of nitrogen depletion of soil when growing tomatoes commercially & I usually have what I consider good yields of around 20kg from 2.2m².

I colored newsprint around the tomatoes. I was always told not to use colored print as mulch or in worm forms due to metals in the pigments? Do that hold true or just old wives tale?

Just curious on the aluminum. Isn’t clay soil high in aluminum? Just curious in the difference in adding aluminum sulfate vs planting in clay soil in regards to toxicity. I appreciate your detail and time covering this topic. You did give a lot information. Thanks again.

Organic fertilizers tend to feed the soil in the long run, and synthetic fertilizers feed the plants since the latter are immediately bio available to the plants.

Thanks for letting us know.

most of the people don't consider c/n ratio when they making liquid fertilizer. so excess nitrogen goes into air as amonia gas. I think this is the problem. chatgpt give answers of my problems. does carbon nitrogen ratio really mater to make anarobic liquid fertilizer? ChatGPT Yes, the carbon to nitrogen (C ) ratio is an important factor in making anaerobic liquid fertilizer. The C ratio influences the microbial activity and the decomposition process, which are crucial for the effective breakdown of organic matter and the production of nutrient-rich fertilizer. Here's why the C ratio matters: Microbial Activity: Microorganisms involved in the anaerobic digestion process require both carbon and nitrogen for their growth and metabolism. Carbon serves as an energy source, while nitrogen is necessary for the synthesis of proteins and other cellular components. An optimal C ratio ensures that these microorganisms can thrive and efficiently decompose organic matter. Decomposition Rate: A balanced C ratio promotes a faster and more efficient breakdown of organic materials. If the C ratio is too high (excess carbon), the decomposition process slows down because microorganisms struggle to find enough nitrogen to build their cell structures. If the C ratio is too low (excess nitrogen), it can lead to the production of ammonia, which can inhibit microbial activity and create an unpleasant odor. Nutrient Balance: The final product of anaerobic digestion should have a balanced nutrient profile for plant use. An appropriate C ratio helps ensure that the fertilizer contains an adequate amount of nitrogen, which is essential for plant growth, without being excessive and causing potential harm to plants or the environment. what happens if we do not consider c/n ratio when we make a fertilizer? ChatGPT Ignoring the carbon to nitrogen (C ) ratio when making fertilizer, especially anaerobic liquid fertilizer, can lead to several issues that affect the fermentation process, the quality of the fertilizer, and the overall effectiveness when applied to plants. Here’s what can happen: Negative Effects on the Fermentation Process Imbalanced Microbial Activity: The C ratio is crucial for maintaining a balanced microbial community. If the ratio is too low (too much nitrogen), it can lead to the dominance of nitrogen-loving bacteria, which might produce unpleasant odors (like ammonia) and inhibit the activity of other beneficial microbes. If the ratio is too high (too much carbon), the decomposition process can slow down significantly because microbes will lack the necessary nitrogen to efficiently break down the carbon materials. Inadequate Decomposition: An improper C ratio can lead to incomplete or inefficient decomposition of organic materials, resulting in a less stable and less effective fertilizer. Odor Issues: Excess nitrogen can lead to the production of ammonia and other foul-smelling compounds. Conversely, excess carbon can result in a buildup of partially decomposed organic matter, which can also produce unpleasant odors. Negative Effects on the Fertilizer Quality Nutrient Imbalance: Fertilizers with a poor C ratio might have an imbalanced nutrient profile, which can negatively affect plant growth. For example, too much nitrogen can cause excessive vegetative growth at the expense of fruit and flower development. Soil Health: An unbalanced fertilizer can disrupt the nutrient balance in the soil, leading to potential deficiencies or toxicities of certain elements. This can harm soil structure and microbial health over time. Potential Plant Toxicity: High levels of nitrogen can lead to nitrogen toxicity in plants, causing symptoms such as leaf burn, stunted growth, and poor root development. Practical Issues During Application Application Difficulties: Liquid fertilizer with an improper C ratio might not mix well or be difficult to apply evenly. This can result in uneven nutrient distribution in the soil or across plants. Environmental Impact: Excess nitrogen in the fertilizer can lead to leaching and runoff, contributing to water pollution and eutrophication of nearby water bodies. Optimizing the C Ratio To avoid these issues, it’s important to aim for an optimal C ratio when making anaerobic liquid fertilizer. Here are some guidelines: Aim for a Balanced C Ratio: The ideal C ratio for anaerobic fermentation is typically around 25:1 to 30:1. This ratio supports efficient microbial activity and balanced decomposition of organic materials. Mixing Materials: Combine high-nitrogen materials (e.g., grass clippings, kitchen scraps, manure) with high-carbon materials (e.g., paper, straw, sawdust) to achieve the desired ratio. For example, if you have 1 kg of grass (which has a C ratio of about 20:1), you might need to add materials like straw (C ratio of about 80:1) to balance it. Regular Monitoring and Adjustment: Regularly monitor the fermentation process and make adjustments as needed. If you notice strong ammonia odors, it might indicate excess nitrogen, and you can add more high-carbon materials. Summary Not considering the C ratio when making anaerobic liquid fertilizer can lead to imbalanced microbial activity, inadequate decomposition, odor issues, nutrient imbalances, soil health problems, plant toxicity, application difficulties, and environmental impacts. To ensure a high-quality and effective fertilizer, aim for a balanced C ratio around 25:1 to 30:1 by mixing appropriate amounts of high-carbon and high-nitrogen materials and adjusting as needed based on observations during the fermentation process.

It’s like saying I prefer organic gold to synthetic gold, they’re both gold.

If you are under 45 years old you have never seen a world free of the largest longest marketing propaganda campaign in all history. Organic industry tyranny for 36 years and counting: "Although GMOs are regarded as safe as their conventional counterparts by every major food safety authority in the world, the organic industry spends nearly $3 billion a year through over 330 different organizations leading with fear and “information spin” as an industry to sell their products. They also sent a $160,000 cash bribe to the IARC to buy that claim of a low cancer risk from glyphosate, it paved the way for abuse of our legal system in false cancer lawsuits. By creating an unfounded fear that requires tighter regulations on GMO crops, they are hoping to force them out of the food supply, thereby creating a bigger market share to sell more products in their more than $65 billion wheelhouse. The unfortunate consequence of these [non-GMO] labels is that the food companies and lobbyists tend to create an unnecessary “us vs. them” divide. When food companies use fear against competitors to sell a product, farmers take it personally." www. agdaily. com/insights/farm-babe-label-trends-end/ Now why do you suppose organic food is so expensive?? Imagine what 3 billion dollars could do for humanitarian goals - end a different disease forever every year.... End all hunger in at least one country...... Funding nasty propaganda? Really?? www. foodnavigator-usa. com/Markets/The-organic-food-industry-has-been-engaged-in-a-multi-decade-public-disinformation-campaign-claims-report?OnSite&

Thanks for the evidence based video but this feels awfully like an 8 minute Roundup advert

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if I just till it in will It be a problem growing back?

I'll drink a glass of vinegar, you drink a glass of glyphosate

I do not use landscape fabric OR shade cloth in my system. I also don't use clear plastic for greenhouse creation. This is partly because I can mostly get the SAME benefits for free, and free is the right price for supplies in ANY farm business. Also, many weeds in my eco system are either edible, attract helpful insects, medicinal, or fix nitrogen and improve my soil(not to mention more free compost material). If you are a self sufficient farm, then you grow your own inputs, and "weeds" and grass, are essential for this. **However, my main objection is the plastic/polymer material these products are made from.** They are TERRIBLE for the environment. It is much better if you find some of this stuff used. But buying newly made shade cloth or landscape fabric, is encouraging industry to increase microplastics in the world. This is a state that simply does not jibe with the purpose and goals of permaculture.

Bro, yur crazy You dont know what yur talking bout

You sir have deeply disappointed me with this video, as an organic farmer watching these types of videos about gardening almost makes me think you are a sellout to the culture to mega chemical corporations. The scientists paid off by monsanto say glyphosate is safe to drink sir; however ask an insect none will be found yards away from where it is sprayed. I would not use anything labeld roundup even if it was just pure spring water. You sir have completely bombed this gardening channel for me.

My worms disliked this video....

If I remember correctly, Monsanto sold Roundup to Bayer in 2018.

Any Roundup is bad.

None of these chemicals can be good for the micro-organisms in the soil. I use five finger weed control.

I bet he believe OJ didnt do it since the courts found him innocent

You made an assumption in your argument regarding the toxicity of glyphosate and roundup... your assumption is that traditional roundup containing glyphosate and glyphosate alone are the same and therefore have the same toxicity. Traditional roundup containing glyphosate is actually 125 times more toxic than glyphosate alone. This is due to the addition of the adjuvents as you mention later, which increase its effect and its toxicity. The traditional formula did not just contain glyphosate, it contained adjuvents as well (surfactants), it is important to test the final product when determining toxicity, not just the active ingredients even if the other ingredients may be inert on their own (brings to mind the BP/ Deepwater Horizon disaster...) it doesn't mean the final mixture will behave as such. There are many, many scientific papers on PubMed that are available to read that support this. Kind regards

Cool, so i can put roundup and olive oil on my salad

I read recently that glypgosate is turning up in women's breast milk in the US these days. This can't be a good thing.

Yeah... I trust Monsanto and the corrupt FDA. /s

great information

Yikes! Keep Monsanto out of my organic veg at grocery stores.

Disgusting! Newspaper? Garbage! Cardboard? Also garbage! Yuck! Not in my garden. Industrial paper is almost as garbage-y as microplastic shedding plastic sheets. I refuse to start trashing Earth already in my garden. That spot at least should be kept clean. (To suppress weeds from creeping in I use fermented grass and grow counter-weeds. To clear new ground from grass and weeds I do hay/woodchip potatoes.)

My urban garden is full of tree roots and has only a small are with full sun exposure. Therefore, I had to opt to container gardening. Over the years I ignored clay soil on my property and kept spending money on various potting mixes, tripple mixes, etc. What you say about the need of increased watering for containers is so true. Now, I'll start taking advantage of clay in my own garden. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I'm looking forward to watching all your videos.

A very contentious subject!! I have been a subscriber for a while and have always appreciated your matter of fact unbiased views. This though, has left me feeling a little uneasy. Your point about the generic use of the word Roundup is spot on. I’m not so comfortable with the view that Glyphosate is ok to use I suspect there are many who are happy to use herbicides in general, including Glyphosate in their gardens, farms etc. and then there are those who will never use glyphosate or any other type of herbicide or insecticide come to that. Glyphosate has been around for 40 years, many countries have approved its use and are still using, mine included (Australia) many other countries, Germany France etc have banned it completely or have at least limited it use in public spaces. This KZbin clip talks about cancer but does not explore the affect of glyphosate in other areas, such as on insects, more crucially our pollinators. Studies suggest a significant negative impact on bees. Their gut microbiome is impacted, particularly their immune system and leaves the bees open to pathogens and disease. I’ll put a link here if anyone wants to read more: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8959108/ If glyphosate has the capability to affect even slightly the health of one of our pollinators, not to mention 1000’s of other insects we don’t know about, for me it’s not worth the risk. Our insects are already doing it tough through loss of habitat, erratic weather conditions etc. I then ask the question what does glyphosate do to our gut health and where does that leave us and our health? Increase in auto immune disorders, mental health issues? Who knows for sure. It’s a no from me.

Glyphosate... never in my garden. Bill Gates is a very evil man and people pushing it are well paid.

😮White vinegar, salt and liquid soap and a nice hot dry day, sprayed on leaves is all I use a few times in mid spring...

FYI, The table shown at approximately 1:00 clearly states organic approval for *pesticides* and not *herbicides*.

for kudzu and posion ivy and some other nasty weeds the only thing I ever found that worked was Glyphosate 27% but tractor supply cease to carry it here and it takes a lot of it with every week dousings then after a month every six weeks. They will come back so it must be used annually, and I am now 4 years from using it since the cough arrived.

Thank you!

7:52 yeah because when I talk to someone about water I need to specify if it’s lemon water or natural spring or mineral 😂this fucking guy

5:49 everyone remember he’s the truth here okay.

Sir, I wish I knew of your channel much much MUCH earlier. Many a mistake would have been prevented. Thank you so much for making these informative videos. I'm now "ploughing" through as many as I am able to fit into my free time in the evenings ;>)

Wow! Shilling glyphosate! What uneducated slop. I have had my doubts about you before but this really loses you any credibility. The fact that you cite the ld50 values for vinegar and glyphosate as it has any relevance in this context shows how little you understand. If you care to apply any actual rigor to your research you would know that glyphosate interacts with the body in ways that go far beyond acute toxicity measures like LD50. Its insidious effects subtly undermine our health, particularly through the disruption of essential nutrient absorption and gut microbiota balance. Firstly, glyphosate’s role as a chelator of vital minerals is particularly concerning. It binds with critical nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, and iron, which are essential for numerous biological functions including nerve transmission, muscle function, and oxygen transport. This deprivation of minerals can lead to a myriad of deficiency-related diseases and conditions that might not be immediately traced back to herbicide exposure. Moreover, the impact of glyphosate on the gut microbiome cannot be overstated. By selectively targeting certain bacterial strains, glyphosate disrupts the delicate balance of our intestinal flora, compromising not only digestive health but also immune system response and even mental health. This alteration in gut microbiota can manifest in symptoms such as fatigue, depression, and immune dysregulation. Additionally, glyphosate’s potential as an endocrine disruptor adds another layer of risk. Even minuscule amounts can interfere with the synthesis and function of hormones, leading to developmental, reproductive, and neurological problems. This disruption of hormonal pathways can have cascading effects throughout the body, subtly eroding health over time. An advocate for poison… disgraceful.

Hard pass

This is a really good video. There’s no way to know how much fertilizer to add to your soil unless you find out what’s already in your soil. This means you have to have a soil test done. Plus, as Robert always says, your plants take what they need from the soil.

you dismiss everything other than pthalates and bpa- s(kinda).... also, 1/2 life data is a poor system for judging persistence

I love your science backed, no nonsense approach. Hoping to go back and get all you videos eventually! Thanks for good presentation of helpful material!

you have to understand one more concept...... cumulative effect

Ants love it too! Found out the hard way my whole entire front and back yard got infested

It doesn't matter we all ready been fumigated for centuries of forever chemicals 😢

Baffles me that Monsanto would double down on a brand so tainted and why would they hopelessly confuse consumers with so many “Roundup” formulations? My default is to solve problems without herbicide but there are a couple particular problems (bindweed and canada thistle) where judicious herbicide use on my 2.5 acre lot is difference between slaving and enjoying my space and I unapologetically use glyphosate and 2,4-D strictly per the labels whenever I see fit!

Regular Round Up found in shots since cows eat grass & cow in them