Trying 2 Learn
Trying to cut through the advertisements and AI summaries while trying to learn today is difficult. We developed this podcast from 'The Why Science Initiative" to expand learning on any topic to the general public. This is the podcast where the target it to gain a deeper understanding of new research and interesting topics. Sponsored by Quansys Bio and Eagle Works Manufacturing, with Kyle Valgardson as the host.
Trying 2 Learn
Episode 12- Lisa Norton: ecology and organic farming, using biodiversity to enhance our food production
If you're interested in sustainable agriculture, land management, or the intersection of farming and ecology, this episode of Trying 2 Learn is for you. I sit down with Dr. Lisa Norton, a landscape ecologist and agroecologist at the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology . Dr. Norton has spent over two decades studying the intricate relationships between agriculture, ecology, and land management. Her work focuses on sustainable land use practices that support biodiversity and ecosystem services.
We delve into the differences between organic and conventional farming systems, discussing how organic practices can enhance biodiversity and landscape complexity . Dr. Norton shares insights from her research on the ecological impacts of farming practices and the importance of integrating ecological principles into agricultural policy and practice.
