Ep 34 - In this episode of the How I Grow This Podcast, host Luke Hammond speaks with Seth Finegold from Do Good Things on Instagram, a filmmaker turned farmer, about his journey into sustainable agriculture and community building. Seth shares his experiences transitioning from city life to rural living in Devon, England, and the importance of community in achieving true self-sufficiency. Seth is a presenter at the Seed to Harvest Summit on February 1-5, 2026, and you won’t want to miss what he has to share! 

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Luke Hammond interviews Michael Kilpatrick, a seasoned farmer and entrepreneur   with over two decades of experience. Michael started his journey in a garden in Massachusetts and now owns and operates The Farm on Central, a thriving farm and cooperative in Ohio. Michael also touches on the subject of his upcoming class for the Seed To Harvest Summit— Integrative Pest Management. Tune in to be amazed, amused, and inspired. 

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Luke Hammond and Justin Lane, a professional nursery owner from Shelby, North Carolina discuss all things plant selection, succession planting, soil health, and the benefits of raised beds over traditional gardening methods. The conversation also covers pollination, companion planting, and the importance of attracting pollinators to the garden. Justin provides practical tips for pruning and selecting the right location for a garden, as well as his favorite plants and gardening tools. The episode concludes with a lightning round of quick questions and a preview of Justin's upcoming presentation at the Seed to Harvest Summit.

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In this episode of "How I Grow This," Luke sits down with Amanda Pike, PhD, to explore her transformative journey of creating a sustainable food forest in South Florida. Amanda shares her insights on transitioning from a corporate lifestyle to embracing a holistic approach to health and family life. Discover how Amanda's two-acre food forest not only provides her family with daily sustenance but also serves as a model for sustainable living, and learn about the challenges and triumphs of managing a diverse ecosystem, the importance of aligning values with lifestyle choices, and the profound impact of nature on well-being.

In this dynamic and fascinating conversation, Luke and David Stelzer, founder of Azure Standard, discuss the latest (concerning!) public health statistics in the United States, and how Azure Standard is fighting back. The conversation ranges from David’s childhood struggles with health problems, to the rigorous regenerative agricultural standards they use when vetting farmers and suppliers, to how your order gets to your door! This is one you don’t want to miss. 

In this conversation Luke and Stefano quickly move from fruit growing in the high desert (grow your own year round fresh apples anyone?) to how to start farming / homesteading in the first place when you can’t afford land. Stefano has done it the wrong way and the right way... And now he shares his wisdom with us!

Luke Hammond sits down with Lee Martineau, a passionate advocate for soil health and innovative gardening techniques. Broadcasting from the chilly reaches of Canada, Lee shares his journey from home scale gardener to founding multiple companies dedicated to soil reclamation and sustainable agriculture. Discover how Lee's unique approach to using pellets for soil health is transforming barren pads to thriving ecosystems, and learn about the challenges and triumphs of growing in one of the world's harshest climates. 

Steve lays it all out there. And probably some of what he has to say will surprise you. In this fun and fascinating episode, Steve takes us through his accidental journey from airline pilot with some worms on the side to the Urban Worm Company producing 1 million pounds of worm castings annually. This is one you can’t miss. 

Ever wondered if those eggshell and banana peel houseplant trends hold any water? This conversation delves into the common myths and misconceptions surrounding gardening, particularly focusing on the ineffectiveness of DIY solutions. Understand plant needs, proper pest control strategies, and the necessity of thorough research to avoid common mistakes in gardening.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jenny Leigh, a passionate gardener and professional musician, as she shares her journey from childhood gardening memories to creating a vibrant backyard flower farm in Nashville. Discover how Jenny balances her love for gardening with her music career, and learn about her innovative flower cart business and how community porch concerts bring the neighborhood together.