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Real Food From Real Farms for Real Health - Joel Salatin - TED

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Explore the connection between sustainable farming practices and human health in this passionate 15-minute TED talk by organic farmer and author Joel Salatin. Discover how treating farmland with care can optimize food production and nutrition. Learn about the importance of soil health, invisible life forms, and the intricate ecosystem that supports agriculture. Gain insights into the contrast between modern farming methods and more holistic approaches, and understand how individuals can participate in promoting healthier food systems. Delve into Salatin's perspective on embracing life, the healing power of plants and animals, and the joy he finds in his work as an organic farmer.

Syllabus

Intro
Soil
Invisible life
The invisible world
Life is a machine
The joy of my life
Embracing life
Plants animals can heal
Modern farms
We can participate

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TEDMED

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