Saguaro Census

COMMENTARY

• The Desert Botanical Garden 2025 Saguaro Census documented nearly 14,000 saguaro cactus’
• The census is comprised of volunteer observations and documentation
• Desert Botanical Gardens also offers education programs including photography, gardening and wellness classes

RESOUCES

• Details On Volunteering For The Saguaro Census
• The Desert Botanical Gardens

The Lunatic Farmer

COMMENTARY

• Introduction to ‘The Lunatic Farmer’ Joel Salatin and his Polyface Farm
• Innovative approach to farming that prioritizes ecosystem health and animal welfare
• The consolidation of the agricultural industry leading to inflated costs for farmers and slim profit margins
• Joel’ sustainable practices at Polyface Farms
  • Variety of plants consumed by cattle directly correlates with the nutrient density of their beef
  • Grazing diverse plant species supports healthier animals and ecosystems
  • Explains the drastic reduction in North America’s surface water over 500 years
  • Beavers historically created wetlands and ponds that replenished water tables

GUEST

• ‘Farmer Greg’ Peterson/The Urban Farm
• Greg champions urban agriculture as a practical and scalable method to address food scarcity

RESOURCE

• Farm Like A Lunatic With Joel Salatin You Tube Channel
• The Lunatic Farmer Documentary from Angel Studios (Requires Sign Up)

Clarkson’s Farm

COMMENTARY

• A British TV series following Jeremy Clarkson’s attempt running a 1000 acre Diddly Squat farm
• Despite criticism of Clarkson portraying a “clueless farmer” the series effectively shows his genuine learning process
• The series communicates the immense challenges of farming
  • Financial burdens of modern farming
  • Environmental issues
  • Logistical issues

RESOURCE

• Clarkson’s Farm Episode Guide