Food Security & Geoeconomics

COMMENTARY

• Alicia explains the challenges on critical supply chains and food security for the US
• How wheat, natural gas and the Ukraine conflict affected exports including fertilizer to other countries
• US depends on fertilizer imports since we can’t make enough for whats needed

Compost Composition

COMMENTARY

• Rosie’s attempt at container composting didn’t work out.  Justin has some tips on why and whats needed
• An event anywhere has effects everywhere.
  • Example of beef shortages during the pandemic
  • Lack of beef processing plants in Arizona
• Justin’s farm one of the few traditional farmers incorporating a soil health program
• Sustaining organic materials is hard to keep due to Arizona heat

Soil Carbon Initiative

COMMENTARY

• Justin’s involvement in SCI helps find markets for regenerative soil sustainability
• Justin’s family involvement with Arizona Farm Bureau
• Tips for homeowners who want to compost

RESOURCE

• Soil Carbon Initiative