Alan Bergo

How are nettles prepared and eaten traditionally? Which are some tasty wild water plants and what considerations insure safe harvest? How can learning the plant families facilitate developing identification skills and expand culinary possibilities?Alan Bergo explores foraging and the incredible culinary potential of wild plants!Opening tune: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)Alan Bergo amazing website:https://foragerchef.com/Alan Bergo's book 'Flora' in Sam Thayer's shop:https://www.foragersharvest.com/store/c2/Books

How are nettles prepared and eaten traditionally? Which are some tasty wild water plants and what considerations insure safe harvest? How can learning the plant families facilitate developing identification skills and expand culinary possibilities?Alan Bergo explores foraging and the incredible culinary potential of wild plants!Opening tune: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) Alan Bergo amazing website:<a href="https://foragerchef.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://foragerchef.com/</a>Alan Bergo's book 'Flora' in Sam Thayer's shop:<a href="https://www.foragersharvest.com/store/c2/Books" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.foragersharvest.com/store/c2/Books</a>

Wild Food Adventures with the Forager Chef (Alan Bergo)!

How long have humans been cultivating peas? What types of Pisum sativum are best for your garden? At which temperatures do peas thrive? This episode is all about Pisum sativum in less than 5 minutes!Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References:https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_pisa6.pdfhttps://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_PLANTMATERIALS/publications/nypmctn13507.pdfhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/peahttps://www.britannica.com/science/nitrogen-fixing-bacteria

How long have humans been cultivating peas? What types of Pisum sativum are best for your garden? At which temperatures do peas thrive? This episode is all about Pisum sativum in less than 5 minutes!Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) References:<a href="https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_pisa6.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_pisa6.pdf</a><a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_PLANTMATERIALS/publications/nypmctn13507.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_PLANTMATERIALS/publications/nypmctn13507.pdf</a><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/pea" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/pea</a><a href="https://www.britannica.com/science/nitrogen-fixing-bacteria" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.britannica.com/science/nitrogen-fixing-bacteria</a>

Pisum sativum (Peas)!

Are sweet potatoes related to potatoes? What are some root colors other than orange? What do you need to know before growing Ipomoea batatas in your garden?In this episode I was joined by Kate Garvie of Heartbeet farm to discuss all things Ipomoea batatas!Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)Where to learn more about and reach Kate:kate@heartbeetfarm.cahttps://heartbeetfarm.ca/https://www.facebook.com/heartbeetfhttps://instagram.com/heartbeet_farm?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=The EFAO farmer led research program:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/EFAO-Sweet-Potatoes-2020-final-audio.pdf

Are sweet potatoes related to potatoes? What are some root colors other than orange? What do you need to know before growing Ipomoea batatas in your garden?In this episode I was joined by Kate Garvie of Heartbeet farm to discuss all things Ipomoea batatas!Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>)Where to learn more about and reach Kate:<a href="mailto:kate@heartbeetfarm.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer">kate@heartbeetfarm.ca</a><a href="https://heartbeetfarm.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://heartbeetfarm.ca/</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/heartbeetf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/heartbeetf</a><a href="https://instagram.com/heartbeet_farm?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/heartbeet_farm?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=</a>The EFAO farmer led research program:<a href="https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/EFAO-Sweet-Potatoes-2020-final-audio.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/EFAO-Sweet-Potatoes-2020-final-audio.pdf</a>

Ipomoea batatas (sweet potato) with Kate Garvie of Heartbeet farm!

How does a seedless watermelon grow from a seed? Are watermelon seeds edible? Where did Citrullus lanatus originate? This episode is all about Citrullus lanatus (watermelon)!Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References:https://cucurbitbreeding.wordpress.ncsu.edu/watermelon-breeding/seedless-watermelon-breeding/https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2101486118http://www.sci-news.com/genetics/kordofan-melon-genome-09692.htmlhttps://watermelontimes.com/watermelon-history/https://plantvillage.psu.edu/topics/watermelon/infoshttps://ipm.missouri.edu/MEG/2020/7/watermelon-DT/https://www.seedsavers.org/grow-watermelonhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/citrullus

How does a seedless watermelon grow from a seed? Are watermelon seeds edible? Where did Citrullus lanatus originate? This episode is all about Citrullus lanatus (watermelon)!Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) References:<a href="https://cucurbitbreeding.wordpress.ncsu.edu/watermelon-breeding/seedless-watermelon-breeding/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://cucurbitbreeding.wordpress.ncsu.edu/watermelon-breeding/seedless-watermelon-breeding/</a><a href="https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2101486118" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2101486118</a><a href="http://www.sci-news.com/genetics/kordofan-melon-genome-09692.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.sci-news.com/genetics/kordofan-melon-genome-09692.html</a><a href="https://watermelontimes.com/watermelon-history/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://watermelontimes.com/watermelon-history/</a><a href="https://plantvillage.psu.edu/topics/watermelon/infos" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://plantvillage.psu.edu/topics/watermelon/infos</a><a href="https://ipm.missouri.edu/MEG/2020/7/watermelon-DT/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://ipm.missouri.edu/MEG/2020/7/watermelon-DT/</a><a href="https://www.seedsavers.org/grow-watermelon" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.seedsavers.org/grow-watermelon</a><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/citrullus" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/citrullus</a>

Citrullus lanatus (watermelon)!

What are some differences between flour, flint, dent, sweet and pop corn? How can you reliably save your own corn seeds? Why should you consider saving seeds and selecting for your bio-region?In this episode Don Tipping (of Siskiyou Seeds) shares stories, histories, growing insights and experiences that he has amassed throughout his adventures with Zea mays (corn)!Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) To reach Don Tipping and view his amazing works:https://www.siskiyouseeds.com/

What are some differences between flour, flint, dent, sweet and pop corn? How can you reliably save your own corn seeds? Why should you consider saving seeds and selecting for your bio-region?In this episode Don Tipping (of Siskiyou Seeds) shares stories, histories, growing insights and experiences that he has amassed throughout his adventures with Zea mays (corn)!Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) To reach Don Tipping and view his amazing works:<a href="https://www.siskiyouseeds.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.siskiyouseeds.com/</a>

Zea mays (corn) with Don Tipping of Siskiyou Seeds!

Stephen Barstow

Can you grow onions on a roof? Which species of Allium can be harvested all winter long? What do you call a plant that is beautiful, tasty and attractive to pollinators? In this episode I was joined by the extreme salad and onion man, Stephen Barstow, to explore the amazingly diverse Allium genus.Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)How to reach Stephen, view some of his work and gorgeous Allium photos:Stephen's blog: edimentals.comEdimentals on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/273637002647408Youtube video of The Allium Garden Chicago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6n6Ucq3tlHoThe Allium garden at Ringve (Chicago): https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10156846106840860KVANN's World Garden and other collections at Væres Venner: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10158907489285860Edimentalliums (Allium 2012-2021): https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150966880345860.471791.655215859The Edible Garden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVkv8ghbcNYNorwegian Seed Savers: kvann.noKVANN (Norwegian Seed Savers) Allium guild on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/413417636047520 

Can you grow onions on a roof? Which species of Allium can be harvested all winter long? What do you call a plant that is beautiful, tasty and attractive to pollinators? In this episode I was joined by the extreme salad and onion man, Stephen Barstow, to explore the amazingly diverse Allium genus.Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>)How to reach Stephen, view some of his work and gorgeous Allium photos:Stephen's blog: <a href="http://edimentals.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">edimentals.com</a>Edimentals on FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/273637002647408" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/273637002647408</a>Youtube video of The Allium Garden Chicago: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6n6Ucq3tlHo" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6n6Ucq3tlHo</a>The Allium garden at Ringve (Chicago): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10156846106840860" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10156846106840860</a>KVANN's World Garden and other collections at Væres Venner: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10158907489285860" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10158907489285860</a>Edimentalliums (Allium 2012-2021): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150966880345860.471791.655215859" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150966880345860.471791.655215859</a>The Edible Garden: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVkv8ghbcNY" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVkv8ghbcNY</a>Norwegian Seed Savers: <a href="http://kvann.no" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">kvann.no</a>KVANN (Norwegian Seed Savers) Allium guild on FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/413417636047520" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/413417636047520</a>

Alliums with the Extreme Onion Man (Stephen Barstow)!

Are sweet and hot peppers the same species? What is the Scoville scale? In which growing conditions do Capsicum annuum plants flourish? Can you save your own pepper seeds? This episode is an introduction to Capsicum annuum!Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References:  https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170108/nutrientshttps://peppergeek.com/how-to-store-pepper-seeds/https://www.ishs.org/ishs-article/288_24https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/capsicum-annuumhttps://www.masterclass.com/articles/a-guide-to-the-scoville-scale#the-origins-of-the-scoville-scale

Are sweet and hot peppers the same species? What is the Scoville scale? In which growing conditions do Capsicum annuum plants flourish? Can you save your own pepper seeds? This episode is an introduction to Capsicum annuum!Opening tune: Vegetable Canon by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) References: <a href="https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170108/nutrients" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170108/nutrients</a><a href="https://peppergeek.com/how-to-store-pepper-seeds/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://peppergeek.com/how-to-store-pepper-seeds/</a><a href="https://www.ishs.org/ishs-article/288_24" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ishs.org/ishs-article/288_24</a><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/capsicum-annuum" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/capsicum-annuum</a><a href="https://www.masterclass.com/articles/a-guide-to-the-scoville-scale#the-origins-of-the-scoville-scale" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.masterclass.com/articles/a-guide-to-the-scoville-scale#the-origins-of-the-scoville-scale</a>

Capsicum annuum (sweet and spicy peppers)!

Frank Morton

What is orach? How closely is it related to quinoa? What does Atriplex hortensis taste like? This episode is the second half of a conversation with Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seeds. He shares inspiring insights into world of Atriplex hortensis and Chenopodium quinoa!Frank's seed selections: https://www.wildgardenseed.com/Opening tune: Amaranthaceae by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

What is orach? How closely is it related to quinoa? What does Atriplex hortensis taste like? This episode is the second half of a conversation with Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seeds. He shares inspiring insights into world of Atriplex hortensis and Chenopodium quinoa!Frank's seed selections: <a href="https://www.wildgardenseed.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wildgardenseed.com/</a>Opening tune: Amaranthaceae by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>)

Atriplex hortensis (orach) with Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seed!

Is quinoa a high protein food? How much seed can one plant be expected to produce? What processing is required to obtain these delicious and nutritious seeds? Are you seeking a natural shampoo? Look no further, Chenopodium quinoa is all that and so much more!This episode is part one of a two part conversation with Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seed Company about all things quinoa! Frank Morton: https://www.wildgardenseed.comOpening tune: Amaranthaceae by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

Is quinoa a high protein food? How much seed can one plant be expected to produce? What processing is required to obtain these delicious and nutritious seeds? Are you seeking a natural shampoo? Look no further, Chenopodium quinoa is all that and so much more!This episode is part one of a two part conversation with Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seed Company about all things quinoa! Frank Morton: <a href="https://www.wildgardenseed.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wildgardenseed.com</a>Opening tune: Amaranthaceae by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>)

Chenopodium quinoa (quinoa) with Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seeds!

Beetroot, spinach beets, Swiss chard, sugar beets, mangel wurzel and fodder beets are all the same species?! Which plant is the wild ancestor of this widely cultivated vegetable? What is mangel wurzel? Why should you consider growing and incorporating Beta vulgaris into your diet?Opening tune: Amaranthaceae by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References: https://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/duke_energy/Beta_vulgaris.htmlhttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/353802475_Evolution_of_Root_Morphology_in_Table_Beet_Historical_and_Iconographichttps://www.betterhensandgardens.com/growing-mangel-beets-for-chickens/https://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/duke_energy/Beta_vulgaris.htmlhttps://www.seedsavers.org/grow-beethttps://www.nutritionadvance.com/beet-greens-nutrition-benefits/

Beetroot, spinach beets, Swiss chard, sugar beets, mangel wurzel and fodder beets are all the same species?! Which plant is the wild ancestor of this widely cultivated vegetable? What is mangel wurzel? Why should you consider growing and incorporating Beta vulgaris into your diet?Opening tune: Amaranthaceae by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) References: <a href="https://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/duke_energy/Beta_vulgaris.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/duke_energy/Beta_vulgaris.html</a> <a href="https://www.researchgate.net/publication/353802475_Evolution_of_Root_Morphology_in_Table_Beet_Historical_and_Iconographic" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.researchgate.net/publication/353802475_Evolution_of_Root_Morphology_in_Table_Beet_Historical_and_Iconographic</a> <a href="https://www.betterhensandgardens.com/growing-mangel-beets-for-chickens/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.betterhensandgardens.com/growing-mangel-beets-for-chickens/</a> <a href="https://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/duke_energy/Beta_vulgaris.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/duke_energy/Beta_vulgaris.html</a> <a href="https://www.seedsavers.org/grow-beet" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.seedsavers.org/grow-beet</a> <a href="https://www.nutritionadvance.com/beet-greens-nutrition-benefits/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionadvance.com/beet-greens-nutrition-benefits/</a>

Beta vugaris (beetroot, Swiss chard, sugar beet, mangold...)!

Learning the binomial nomenclature (scientific names) of biota is a fascinating way to glean insight into the natural world. Though daunting at first, they can become familiar and accessible with the help of melody and context. This podcast will present tunes where the scientific names of species comprise the lyrical content. Episodes will describe habitats, growing conditions, nutritional information, and locate species within their taxonomic hierarchy. Historical significance, interviews and anecdotal stories will also be presented. Each musical release will inspire eight weekly episodes. Come grow with me!

Rob Myers

What nutritional benefits make amaranth a potential super food? Aside from striking beauty, why ought you consider growing Amaranthus spp in your garden? How is amaranth historically significant? What species of Amaranthus are most commonly grown and which for what purpose? In this episode I was joined in conversation by Dr. Rob Myers to disscuss all things Amaranthus!Dr. Rob Myers' book is called Amaranth: An Ancient Grain and Exceptionally Nutritious Food Amaranth non-profit network: http://www.amaranthinstitute.orgOpening tune: Amaranthacea by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

What nutritional benefits make amaranth a potential super food? Aside from striking beauty, why ought you consider growing Amaranthus spp in your garden? How is amaranth historically significant? What species of Amaranthus are most commonly grown and which for what purpose? In this episode I was joined in conversation by Dr. Rob Myers to disscuss all things Amaranthus!Dr. Rob Myers' book is called Amaranth: An Ancient Grain and Exceptionally Nutritious Food Amaranth non-profit network: <a href="http://www.amaranthinstitute.org" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.amaranthinstitute.org</a>Opening tune: Amaranthacea by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>)

Amarantus spp with Dr. Rob Myers!

What is the difference between 'smooth' and 'savoy' leaf spinach? What ought you consider when choosing which Spinacia oleracea cultivars to grow? In which growing conditions does spinach thrive? This episode explores some of the particularities of this popular member of the Amaranthacea family!Opening tune: Amaranthacea by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References:Ribera, A., van Treuren, R., Kik, C. et al. On the origin and dispersal of cultivated spinach (Spinaciaoleracea L.) https://doi.org/10.1007/s10722-020-01042-yhttps://www.seedsavers.org/grow-spinach

What is the difference between 'smooth' and 'savoy' leaf spinach? What ought you consider when choosing which Spinacia oleracea cultivars to grow? In which growing conditions does spinach thrive? This episode explores some of the particularities of this popular member of the Amaranthacea family!Opening tune: Amaranthacea by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) References: Ribera, A., van Treuren, R., Kik, C. et al. On the origin and dispersal of cultivated spinach (Spinaciaoleracea L.) <a href="https://doi.org/10.1007/s10722-020-01042-y" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://doi.org/10.1007/s10722-020-01042-y</a> <a href="https://www.seedsavers.org/grow-spinach" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.seedsavers.org/grow-spinach</a>

Spinacia oleracea (spinach)!

What is the compound in the oil of Nepeta cateria that makes it such an effective insect repellent? How were higher essential oil yielding catnip plants developed? What has the research concluded about the effectiveness and potential for this herb? How can you grow it at home for yourself, your pollinators and your feline friends to enjoy? I was joined by William Reichert to explore all things Nepeta cataria!To contact William Reichert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-reichert-ph-d-053565169/The Rutgers lab with which he did this work: https://newuseag.rutgers.edu/William Reichert's dissertation (breeding and nepetalactone repellent efficacy): https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/60974/Opening tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) 

What is the compound in the oil of Nepeta cateria that makes it such an effective insect repellent? How were higher essential oil yielding catnip plants developed? What has the research concluded about the effectiveness and potential for this herb? How can you grow it at home for yourself, your pollinators and your feline friends to enjoy? I was joined by William Reichert to explore all things Nepeta cataria!To contact William Reichert: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-reichert-ph-d-053565169/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-reichert-ph-d-053565169/</a>The Rutgers lab with which he did this work: <a href="https://newuseag.rutgers.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://newuseag.rutgers.edu/</a>William Reichert's dissertation (breeding and nepetalactone repellent efficacy): <a href="https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/60974/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/60974/</a>Opening tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>)

Nepeta cataria (catnip) with William Reichart of Rutgers University!

Magnoliaceae evolved flowers before the emergence of bees, how did this shape its pollination strategies? What makes the Magnolia flower perfect? In which growing conditions does Magnolia officinalis flourish? What compound gives M.officinalis essential oil its distinctive aroma? This episode is a brief introduction to a fascinating, ancient, historically significant tree.    Intro tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References:Magnolia Pollination:https://extension.illinois.edu/blogs/garden-scoop/2018-05-05-magnolia-pollinationNew Insights into Breeding and Propagating Magnolias. Thomas Ranney and Dominic Gillooly, Department of Horticultural Science, Mountain Horticultural Crops Research andExtension Center, North Carolina State University:https://mcilab.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/ranney-and-gillooly-2014.pdf?fwd=noPhenolic Constituents from the Stem Bark of Magnolia officinalis:https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/np800494eMagnolol: A multifunctional compound isolated from the Chinese medicinal plantMagnolia officinalis, European Journal of Integrative Medicine:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eujim.2011.09.002https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1876382011001405Neuroprotective effect of honokiol and magnolol, compounds from Magnolia officinalis, on beta-amyloid-induced toxicity in PC12 cells: https://doi.org/10.1002/ptr.3178

Magnoliaceae evolved flowers before the emergence of bees, how did this shape its pollination strategies? What makes the Magnolia flower perfect? In which growing conditions does Magnolia officinalis flourish? What compound gives M.officinalis essential oil its distinctive aroma? This episode is a brief introduction to a fascinating, ancient, historically significant tree. Intro tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) References:Magnolia Pollination:<a href="https://extension.illinois.edu/blogs/garden-scoop/2018-05-05-magnolia-pollination" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://extension.illinois.edu/blogs/garden-scoop/2018-05-05-magnolia-pollination</a> New Insights into Breeding and Propagating Magnolias. Thomas Ranney and Dominic Gillooly, Department of Horticultural Science, Mountain Horticultural Crops Research andExtension Center, North Carolina State University:<a href="https://mcilab.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/ranney-and-gillooly-2014.pdf?fwd=no" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://mcilab.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/ranney-and-gillooly-2014.pdf?fwd=no</a> Phenolic Constituents from the Stem Bark of Magnolia officinalis:<a href="https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/np800494e" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/np800494e</a> Magnolol: A multifunctional compound isolated from the Chinese medicinal plantMagnolia officinalis, European Journal of Integrative Medicine:<a href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eujim.2011.09.002" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eujim.2011.09.002</a><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1876382011001405" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1876382011001405</a> Neuroprotective effect of honokiol and magnolol, compounds from Magnolia officinalis, on beta-amyloid-induced toxicity in PC12 cells: <a href="https://doi.org/10.1002/ptr.3178" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://doi.org/10.1002/ptr.3178</a>

Magnolia officinalis

Vine or bine? What parts of Humulus lupulus are edible? Why are hops added to beer? What are alpha and beta acids? In this episode Nathan Vadeboncoeur shares fascinating insights, history and the science of hops growing and brewing!To learn more about Nathan's terroir brewery: https://projecthop.beer/or follow projecthop on InstagramOpening tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (https://carrmenporter.com)

Vine or bine? What parts of Humulus lupulus are edible? Why are hops added to beer? What are alpha and beta acids? In this episode Nathan Vadeboncoeur shares fascinating insights, history and the science of hops growing and brewing!To learn more about Nathan's terroir brewery: https://projecthop.beer/or follow projecthop on Instagram Opening tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carrmenporter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carrmenporter.com</a>)

Humulus lupulus (Hops) with Nathan Vadeboncoeur of Project Hop!

Nate Kleinman

Is the flavor of Passiflora incarnata fruit reminiscent of other species of passion fruits? What other parts of the plant are edible? Does maypop require trellising? What are ideal growing conditions? In this episode I am joined by Nate Kleinman of the Experimental Farm Network to talk about all thing Passiflora incarnata. He shares his insights and experience from seed collection and planting through to harvesting and processing. To learn more or get involved with the Experimental Farm Network: https://www.experimentalfarmnetwork.org/ To purchase seeds and browse their catalogue:https://store.experimentalfarmnetwork.org/ or EFNseeds.comTo view another fascinating project in which Nate is involved:https://www.coopgardens.org/Intro tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

Is the flavor of Passiflora incarnata fruit reminiscent of other species of passion fruits? What other parts of the plant are edible? Does maypop require trellising? What are ideal growing conditions? In this episode I am joined by Nate Kleinman of the Experimental Farm Network to talk about all thing Passiflora incarnata. He shares his insights and experience from seed collection and planting through to harvesting and processing. To learn more or get involved with the Experimental Farm Network: <a href="https://www.experimentalfarmnetwork.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.experimentalfarmnetwork.org/</a> To purchase seeds and browse their catalogue:<a href="https://store.experimentalfarmnetwork.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://store.experimentalfarmnetwork.org/</a> or <a href="http://EFNseeds.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">EFNseeds.com</a>To view another fascinating project in which Nate is involved:<a href="https://www.coopgardens.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.coopgardens.org/</a>Intro tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>)

Passiflora incarnata (Maypop!) with Nate Kleinman of Experimental Farm Network

Which chamomlie is typically used to make a soothing herbal brew? What garden conditions are required for chamomile to flourish? Throughout history chamomiles have been used extensively medicinally, cosmetically and aesthetically. In this episode we'll take a look at Matricaria recutita (syn. M. chamomlia) and Chamaemelum nobile (syn. Anthemis nobilis), both known commonly as chamomile. Opening and closing music: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References:Singh, Ompal et al. “Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.): An overview.” Pharmacognosy reviewsvol. 5,9 (2011): 82-95. doi:10.4103/0973-7847.79103https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3210003/https://heritagegarden.uic.edu/german-chamomile-matricaria-recutitahttps://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/chamomile

Which chamomlie is typically used to make a soothing herbal brew? What garden conditions are required for chamomile to flourish? Throughout history chamomiles have been used extensively medicinally, cosmetically and aesthetically. In this episode we'll take a look at Matricaria recutita (syn. M. chamomlia) and Chamaemelum nobile (syn. Anthemis nobilis), both known commonly as chamomile. Opening and closing music: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) References:Singh, Ompal et al. “Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.): An overview.” Pharmacognosy reviewsvol. 5,9 (2011): 82-95. doi:10.4103/0973-7847.79103<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3210003/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3210003/</a> <a href="https://heritagegarden.uic.edu/german-chamomile-matricaria-recutita" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://heritagegarden.uic.edu/german-chamomile-matricaria-recutita</a> <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/chamomile" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/chamomile</a>

Chamomiles!

Lavender is the common name given to a few species of the Lavandula genus. Each has different uses and dominant compounds. What are the most commonly grown species and how do they differ? How closely are they related? Which has the best flavor for cooking? What are their dominant compounds? How does this affect the aroma of their essential oil? Opening tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References:Renata Prusinowska, Krzysztof B. Śmigielski, Composition, biological properties and therapeutic effects of lavender (Lavandula angustifolia L.). A review. http://www.herbapolonica.pl/articles/view/1346https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/eucalyptol Iman  Bajalan., (2015) Chemical  composition  of  lavandin  essential  oil  (Case  study:  Borujerd  from  Iran).  J.  Appl.  Sci.  &amp; Agric., http://www.aensiweb.com/old/jasa/rjfh/2015/March%202015/12-14.pdfInsawang S, Pripdeevech P, Tanapichatsakul C, Khruengsai S, Monggoot S, Nakham T, Artrod A, D'Souza PE, Panuwet P. (2019) Essential Oil Compositions and Antibacterial and Antioxidant Activities of Five Lavandula stoechas Cultivars Grown in Thailand. Chem Biodivers. doi: 10.1002/cbdv.201900371M. M. Barazandeh (2002) Essential Oil Composition of Lavandula latifolia Medik from Iran, Journal of Essential Oil Research, doi: 10.1080/10412905.2002.9699784https://www.newdirectionsaromatics.com/blog/products/a-helpful-guide-to-buying-your-lavender-essential-oil.htmlhttps://www.lavenderwind.com/lavender-essential-oils/

Lavender is the common name given to a few species of the Lavandula genus. Each has different uses and dominant compounds. What are the most commonly grown species and how do they differ? How closely are they related? Which has the best flavor for cooking? What are their dominant compounds? How does this affect the aroma of their essential oil? Opening tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) References:Renata Prusinowska, Krzysztof B. Śmigielski, Composition, biological properties and therapeutic effects of lavender (Lavandula angustifolia L.). A review. <a href="http://www.herbapolonica.pl/articles/view/1346" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.herbapolonica.pl/articles/view/1346</a><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/eucalyptol" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/eucalyptol</a> Iman Bajalan., (2015) Chemical composition of lavandin essential oil (Case study: Borujerd from Iran). J. Appl. Sci. &amp; Agric., <a href="http://www.aensiweb.com/old/jasa/rjfh/2015/March%202015/12-14.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.aensiweb.com/old/jasa/rjfh/2015/March%202015/12-14.pdf</a>Insawang S, Pripdeevech P, Tanapichatsakul C, Khruengsai S, Monggoot S, Nakham T, Artrod A, D'Souza PE, Panuwet P. (2019) Essential Oil Compositions and Antibacterial and Antioxidant Activities of Five Lavandula stoechas Cultivars Grown in Thailand. Chem Biodivers. doi: 10.1002/cbdv.201900371M. M. Barazandeh (2002) Essential Oil Composition of Lavandula latifolia Medik from Iran, Journal of Essential Oil Research, doi: <a href="https://doi.org/10.1080/10412905.2002.9699784" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">10.1080/10412905.2002.9699784</a><a href="https://www.newdirectionsaromatics.com/blog/products/a-helpful-guide-to-buying-your-lavender-essential-oil.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.newdirectionsaromatics.com/blog/products/a-helpful-guide-to-buying-your-lavender-essential-oil.html</a><a href="https://www.lavenderwind.com/lavender-essential-oils/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lavenderwind.com/lavender-essential-oils/</a>

Lavender! Lavandula spp.

What makes lemon balm smell so good? Why is it called Melissa officinalis? What growing conditions does it prefer? Is it related to mint? What are some ways to enjoy this delightful herb?Opening tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References:https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/melissa-officinalisAbolfazl Shakeri, Amirhossein Sahebkar, Behjat Javadi. Melissa officinalis L. – A review of its traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacology, Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 188, 2016https://www.scholarsresearchlibrary.com/articles/study-of-genetic-diversity-in-lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis-l-populations-based-on-morphological-traits-and-essential-o.pdf

What makes lemon balm smell so good? Why is it called Melissa officinalis? What growing conditions does it prefer? Is it related to mint? What are some ways to enjoy this delightful herb?Opening tune: Botanical Berceuse by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>) References:<a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/melissa-officinalis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/melissa-officinalis</a>Abolfazl Shakeri, Amirhossein Sahebkar, Behjat Javadi. Melissa officinalis L. – A review of its traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacology, Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 188, 2016<a href="https://www.scholarsresearchlibrary.com/articles/study-of-genetic-diversity-in-lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis-l-populations-based-on-morphological-traits-and-essential-o.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scholarsresearchlibrary.com/articles/study-of-genetic-diversity-in-lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis-l-populations-based-on-morphological-traits-and-essential-o.pdf</a>

Melissa officinalis (Lemon Balm)

What is the latest research regarding squash bee flower preferences, range expansion and morphology? Where did squash bees and most of the Cucurbita spp. that we grow originate?  How can you encourage these amazing native bees to pollinate your squash? Dr Margarita Lopez-Uribe shares her extensive knowledge!To see more of the fantastic research projects being conducted at her lab: https://lopezuribelab.com/To contact her directly: mml64@psu.eduOpening tune: Beeloved by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

What is the latest research regarding squash bee flower preferences, range expansion and morphology? Where did squash bees and most of the Cucurbita spp. that we grow originate? How can you encourage these amazing native bees to pollinate your squash? Dr Margarita Lopez-Uribe shares her extensive knowledge!To see more of the fantastic research projects being conducted at her lab: <a href="https://lopezuribelab.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://lopezuribelab.com/</a>To contact her directly: mml64@psu.eduOpening tune: Beeloved by Carmen Porter (<a href="https://carmenporter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carmenporter.com</a>)

Squash Bee Insights with Dr Margarita Lopez-Uribe!

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