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Tasting Terroir

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by Dr. Jill Clapperton + Sara (Hessenflow) Harper

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Exploring the art and science of building soil health—because better food starts below ground. The Jill Clapperton Podcast helps you cut through marketing hype to understand what truly shapes a better food system, beginning with soil health. Through candid conversations with farmers, scientists, and changemakers, learn how soil affects nutrition, flavor, health, and longevity of our food. Hosted by Dr. Jill Clapperton, soil scientist and educator, and Sara Harper, regenerative agriculture policy and communications expert. Please support our work: https://buymeacoffee.com/jillclapperton.

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September 4, 2025

S4-E4: Healthy Soil, Better Flavor in Australia — Jill Joins BEAR Biologics’ Sarah Fea for Flavor-Filled Field Events

Renowned rhizosphere ecologist Dr. Jill Clapperton heads to Australia to participate in a series of events designed to showcase regenerative farming Down Under. In this episode, Jill joins BEAR Biologics’ Sarah Fea to discuss the upcoming field events, farmer gatherings, and an experiential dinner highlighting local food producers—hosted by Sarah's company, BEAR Biologics. Stay tuned for future episodes, where Jill shares more insights from her month-long trip through Australia!Topics Covered in This Episode:<ul><li>How soil health directly impacts the flavor and quality of food</li><li>Insights from field events and farmer gatherings in Australia</li><li>Experiential dinner highlighting local producers</li><li>The role of BEAR Biologics in supporting regenerative agriculture</li><li>Sarah Fea’s work and expertise in soil biology and farming solutions</li><li>Practical takeaways for growers and food enthusiasts</li></ul>Follow & Support:<ul><li>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@jillclappertonsoilhealth?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@jillclappertonsoilhealth</a></li><li>Support us: <a href="" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Buy Me a Coffee</a></li><li>Blog: <a href="https://www.rhizoterra.com/blog?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">rhizoterra.com/blog</a></li></ul>Hashtags: #HealthySoil #BetterFlavor #RegenerativeAgriculture #SoilHealth #FarmToTable #BEARBiologics #JillClapperton #AustraliaFood #FoodScience #SoilScience

August 21, 2025

Beyond the Checklist: Soil, Tools, and Community with Canadian Farmer Shorty Fensky in South Africa

Reflections from a global soil health study tour in South Africa on why regenerative agriculture is about community, not prescriptions. Canadian farmer Shorty Fensky joins Jill Clapperton to reflect on a soil health study tour in South Africa with farmers from around the world. Together, they explore why regenerative agriculture is about community, not prescriptions. You’ll hear insights on: 🌱 Soil health as the foundation of regeneration 🌱 Saving seed and its hidden microbiome 🌱 How keeping things simple helps farmers succeed Support the podcast: <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/jillclapperton" target="_new" rel="noopener">buymeacoffee.com/jillclapperton</a>Watch more content: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@jillclappertonsoilhealth" target="_new" rel="noopener">@jillclappertonsoilhealth</a>Learn more about soil health: <a href="https://rhizoterra.com/blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">rhizoterra.com/blog </a> #regenerativeagriculture #SouthAfricaagriculture #soilhealth #farmingpractices #ShortyFensky #seedsaving #soilmicrobiome #microbiome #farminginsouthafrica

August 7, 2025

S4-Ep2: The Farmer Needs Regeneration Too -- From Burnout to Balance with Gail Fuller

“We talk about soil health all the time. But if the people caring for that soil are suffering, we’ve missed the point.” -- Gail Fuller---In this episode, Jill sits down with regenerative farmer and Fuller Field School founder Gail Fuller for an honest discussion about a rarely addressed issue in agriculture: farmer stress and mental health.Gail shares his personal journey through burnout, why emotional well-being is essential to regenerative farming, and how building stronger communities can help us all navigate the challenges of working the land.What you'll hear in this episode: • The hidden mental health crisis in farming • Gail’s personal experience with stress and healing • Why regenerative ag must support people—not just practices • The role of Fuller Field School in cultivating connection and resilience---⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult a licensed mental health professional if you need support.Resources & Links Mentioned:• Fuller Field School – <a href="https://www.fullerfieldschool.com" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.fullerfieldschool.com</a>• Circle 7 Farms – <a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.circle7byfullerfarms.com</a>• Jill’s YouTube Channel – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@jillclappertonsoilhealth" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@jillclappertonsoilhealth</a>• Rhizoterra Blog – <a href="https://www.rhizoterra.com/blog" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.rhizoterra.com/blog</a>• Find Better Food – <a href="https://www.rhizoterra.com/betterfood" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.rhizoterra.com/betterfood</a>Subscribe, share, and leave us a review if this conversation resonates with you. Your support helps bring more voices, more soil wisdom, and more healing to light.Support the Podcast – <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jillclapperton" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jillclapperton</a> #RegenerativeAg #FarmerMentalHealth #GailFuller #FullerFieldSchool #JillClapperton #SoilHealth #HealthySoilHealthyPeople

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What is Tasting Terroir?: Exploring the art and science of building soil health—because better food starts below ground. The Jill Clapperton Podcast helps you cut through marketing hype to understand what truly shapes a better food system, beginning with soil health. Through candid conversations with farmers, scientists, and changemakers, learn how soil affects nutrition, flavor, health, and longevity of our food. Hosted by Dr. Jill Clapperton, soil scientist and educator, and Sara Harper, regenerative agriculture policy and communications expert.

Please support our work: https://buymeacoffee.com/jillclapperton.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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