Erica Shames, publisher Susquehanna Life magazine, on sustainable farming and a new topic: Soil regeneration. This is day two of a two-day study on WKOK Sunrise—calling attention critical farming revelations in the spring edition of Susquehanna Life. We’ll discuss some modern farming techniques which are harming consumers, and some techniques, which are beneficial. We’ll talk about local farmers working hard to serve local consumers with an ideal array of choices. Included will be the farming impacts on the soil, as well local and regional watersheds, and the Chesapeake Bay.
Jim Harbach, dairy farmer in Loganton, PA, talking about the soil in our Valley—being in critical condition. SL Reports: testified before US Congress about a crisis facing the nation: the poor health of our soil threatens the well-being of the planet, and the human, plant and animal life that inhabits it. He’ll discuss his national involvement trying to educate farmers about the advantages of more sustainable farming—and leaving the soil better than when you found it.
Sarah Troisi, of Upper Susquehanna Crop Management Associates in Millmont, she will discuss the importance of soil health for our healthy future. She helps organize the Sunshine Partner’s Conference described as the following: This conference is designed for anyone who is interested in learning about the health of the soil. The health of the soil affects each and every person who eats and in order to capture the most sunlight we need to foster the underground world.