Episode 173 – The Secret to Growing More Food Without Buying More Fertiliser

Have you ever wondered why some gardens seem to thrive while others constantly need more fertiliser, more water and more attention? In this episode, we're talking about the biggest mistake many gardeners make – focusing on feeding the plant instead of feeding the soil. I'll explain why healthy soil is the foundation of every productive vegetable garden, how poor soil can become an expensive cycle to break, and the simple things you can start doing now to build a garden that produces more while relying less on fertilisers and other bought products. I'll also share a farm update, introduce our newest Anglo Nubian buckling, Loki, and chat about what we're doing around the property as we get ready for spring. In this episode: - Meet Loki, the newest (and noisiest!) member of the farm <!--THE END--> - Why poor soil costs you more than you realise - The fertiliser treadmill and how to avoid it - Why healthy soil grows healthier plants - What nature can teach us about building fertile soil - Five practical ways to improve your soil naturally - The pros and cons of different animal manures - What green manure crops are and why they're worth trying - A simple explanation of crop rotation - This week's **Worth Spending Money On** - This Week's Store Swap - This Week's Challenge - Take the FREE Ditch the Store Score Whether you're just starting your first veggie patch or looking to improve the one you've already got, this episode will help you build healthier soil, grow stronger plants and spend less at the garden centre over time. 🌱 Take the FREE Ditch the Store Score: https://www.ditchthestore.com/dtsscore 📲 Follow along on social media: @mojohomestead If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with someone who's ready to rely a little less on the supermarket.