From Classroom to Cultivation: Lauren Daniels-Judge on Sustainable Farming and Plant Propagation

Fresh Take

Join us for an insightful episode with Lauren Daniels-Judge, Propagation Manager at ECHO, as she takes us through her journey from teaching in Chicago to promoting small-scale farming in North Fort Myers. Lauren shares how ECHO empowers communities with crucial resources and training to enhance food security and agricultural education. Dive into the world of plant propagation, where Lauren offers expert knowledge on seed saving, grafting, and other methods to help plants thrive in Florida’s challenging climate.
Key highlights:
- Lauren’s transition from education to small-scale farming advocacy.
- The importance of seed saving and propagation techniques
- Grafting to blend resilience with desirable plant traits for better growth in unpredictable weather.
- Understanding orthodox vs. recalcitrant seeds and the significance of true-to-seed knowledge.
- How ECHO supports communities with agricultural education and resources.

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Chapter

1. From Classroom to Cultivation: Lauren Daniels-Judge on Sustainable Farming and Plant Propagation (00:00:00)

2. Plant Propagation and Sustainable Agriculture (00:00:03)

3. Seed Saving and Grafting Techniques (00:12:11)

4. Cloning Through Grafting (00:21:50)

5. Florida Organic Growers Support (00:27:29)