Blog — regenerative agriculture
Reducing, recycling, upcycling: how we put waste to work
Posted by Aiden McRae on
Our team is passionate about putting waste to work at every opportunity. When you purchase YukonGrow products, you are choosing to reduce, upcycle and contribute to a circular economy right here in the Yukon. Above all, we want to empower you to grow your own food, which is one of the best ways to reduce our environmental footprint, while enhancing food security.
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How biochar goes to work for the climate
Posted by Aiden McRae on
The beauty of biochar is found in its natural cycle. Plants and trees naturally remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, and will continue to store that CO2 when converted to biochar. There are many applications from that point, and anyone can add biochar to the soil to improve agricultural productivity, while providing a long-term solution to keep carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere for decades to centuries (American University).
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The soil-gut microbiome connection
Posted by Aiden McRae on
Scientists believe that there is an integral relationship between the soil microbiome and our own gut microbiomes, which continues to evolve.
This means that healthy soil that is full of living microorganisms contributes directly to the composition and health of our intestinal systems.
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Healthy soil invigorates our inner wellness
Posted by Aiden McRae on
Being active and spending time gardening outdoors are known to be excellent ways to maintain our fitness, but less widely discussed are these powerful benefits to our mental health. Dive into the science of how beneficial bacteria in the soil can boost our mental wellness.
What is regenerative agriculture?
Posted by Aiden McRae on
The essence of regeneration is to build up and protect soil that is full of life. Healthy soil can then do what it does best—filter water, exchange nutrients, provide habitat—and of course, grow plants. Regenerated soil just needs a helping human hand.