Mind the Gap: The Role of Composting in our Food Cycle

$60.00

July 20, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

With Robert Hickerson & Audry Gabel

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Part 1: The Role of Composting in our Food Cycle

Robert Hickerson, “The Friendly Farmer”, steward of Table View Farm will take participants on a journey to understand the significance of composting as part of the food cycle. Beginning with an introduction to the environmental benefits and waste reduction, we will delve into the basics of composting, the decomposition process, carbon-to-nitrogen ratios, and suitable materials. The session on various composting methods introduces both traditional techniques and vermiculture, with a hands-on activity setting up composting bins and worm bins. Participants explore the enriching world of compost tea and delve into the microscopic life of compost. Practical applications cover troubleshooting common issues, harvesting compost, and creative ways to use the finished product in gardens.

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Part 2: Making Liquid Fertilizer from Plant Waste Using the Jadam Method

Audrey will demonstrate how to use the JADAM method to make your own liquid fertilizer at no cost to you using your own garden waste. Interactive discussion and Q&A will follow.

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Guest Presenter Bios:

Robert Hickerson “The Friendly Farmer” is the owner and steward of Table View Farm in Pomona, Ks. You can find him each Saturday morning at The Lawrence Farmers Market and on Thursday evenings at Cottins Farmers Market in Lawrence, KS. Ask him about his composting bucket program!

Audrey Gabel is the owner and operator of Morris Meadows Farm in Louisburg, Kansas.

July 20, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

With Robert Hickerson & Audry Gabel

⎯

Part 1: The Role of Composting in our Food Cycle

Robert Hickerson, “The Friendly Farmer”, steward of Table View Farm will take participants on a journey to understand the significance of composting as part of the food cycle. Beginning with an introduction to the environmental benefits and waste reduction, we will delve into the basics of composting, the decomposition process, carbon-to-nitrogen ratios, and suitable materials. The session on various composting methods introduces both traditional techniques and vermiculture, with a hands-on activity setting up composting bins and worm bins. Participants explore the enriching world of compost tea and delve into the microscopic life of compost. Practical applications cover troubleshooting common issues, harvesting compost, and creative ways to use the finished product in gardens.

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Part 2: Making Liquid Fertilizer from Plant Waste Using the Jadam Method

Audrey will demonstrate how to use the JADAM method to make your own liquid fertilizer at no cost to you using your own garden waste. Interactive discussion and Q&A will follow.

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Guest Presenter Bios:

Robert Hickerson “The Friendly Farmer” is the owner and steward of Table View Farm in Pomona, Ks. You can find him each Saturday morning at The Lawrence Farmers Market and on Thursday evenings at Cottins Farmers Market in Lawrence, KS. Ask him about his composting bucket program!

Audrey Gabel is the owner and operator of Morris Meadows Farm in Louisburg, Kansas.

Additional Information:

We hold each workshop outdoors or under our large hoophouse at Wild Ivy Herb Farm.  Click here for directions and follow the signs to the designated parking area.

Please wear appropriate outdoor closed-toe footwear.

Participants will receive a 10% discount on Wild Ivy Herb Farm products at the time of the workshop.

Please note: Once you have registered for a workshop, we do not issue refunds except in the case of severe weather. You will be notified if severe weather forces a workshop to be rescheduled.  Additionally, if fewer than three participants are registered for any workshop, we reserve the right to cancel the workshop and will provide a full refund.

You will receive an email confirmation and additional information after you register.

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