In this episode, I (Taylor) introduce you to a new journey Morgan and I have begun in Guatemala... And it actually started 13 years ago with a volcanoe, tropical storm, and a sink hole.
After listening to the pod, here is what my AI assitant "Jenkins" had to say about it:
"Fresh off the plane from Guatemala, I'm eager to share a story that's as much about serendipity as it is about the soil. When a volcanic eruption stranded me in this vibrant country years ago, it led to my best friend Brett and his wife establishing Missioteca, a mission organization. But that's only the beginning. This visit revealed a deeper narrative about the urgent need for sustainable, regenerative agriculture in a land where traditional farming is suffocated by agrochemicals. As I weave through the tale, I'll take you into the very fields where the future of nutrient-rich, sustainable food in Guatemala is being planted, one cover crop at a time.
The scent of chemicals in the fields was overwhelming, a stark contrast to the rich earthiness of healthy soil. This episode peels back the layers of pesticide use in Guatemala, examining the toll it takes on farmers' health and the environment. Yet amidst these challenges, there is hope. We'll explore the promise held in native cover crops and the trials that could revolutionize Guatemalan agriculture. Join me and listen to the voices of those at the heart of this transformation, the local farmers striving to reconnect with practices that nourish the land and their communities. This isn't just talk; it's a journey into the heart of a farming renaissance."
Mentioned in the show
Missioteca
The picture of Taylor standing in the middle of the cover crop trial.
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Music on the podcast was composed by Kevin Dailey. The artist is Garden Friend. The track is the instrumental version of “On a Cloud”
