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Fertilizing Fruit Trees in the Fall: Biodynamic Tips with Alan Suprenant


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Learn a Biodynamic approach to fertilizing fruit trees in the fall with Alan Suprenant of Brook Farm Orchard in this episode of the Orchard People radio show and podcast. The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  


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  • (00:00) - Introduction and Seasonal Context
  • (00:44) - Guest Introduction: Alan Suprenant
  • (01:16) - Alan's Journey to Biodynamic Farming
  • (02:35) - Understanding Biodynamic Growing
  • (03:31) - The Earth as a Living Being
  • (04:49) - Fall Fertilization Techniques
  • (06:11) - Listener Questions and Answers
  • (12:25) - Compost and Natural Fertilizers
  • (20:30) - Making and Using Fermented Teas
  • (26:31) - Commercial Break and Sponsor Messages
  • (30:23) - Return from Break: Continuing the Conversation
  • (30:48) - Biodynamic Composting Explained
  • (32:33) - Compost Ingredients and Preparation
  • (34:14) - Using Biodynamic Sprays on Various Plants
  • (34:50) - Advice for New Apple Tree Growers
  • (35:50) - Managing Manure for Tree Health
  • (37:19) - Preparing Biodynamic Cold Ferment Foliar Sprays
  • (39:01) - Selling Apples and Cider
  • (39:57) - Using Horse Manure and Post-Harvest Nutrition
  • (41:01) - Fertilizing and Tree Care Tips
  • (48:05) - Should You Fertilize Newly Planted Fruit Trees

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    Learn about holistic sprays:
    https://orchardpeople.com/holistic-sprays-for-fruit-trees/
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