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Life On The Farm; Wisdom & Tips On Growing The Best Herbal Medicine with Elise Higley of Oshala Farm
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Ever wonder what it really takes to grow potent, high-quality herbal medicine—from the ground up? In this inspiring conversation with Elise Higley of Oshala Farm, we explore the art, science, and soul of regenerative organic herb farming.
We’ll talk about:
- How regenerative organic farming nurtures both plants and people
- The behind-the-scenes process of growing, harvesting, drying, and testing herbs
- Why sourcing herbs from small farms matters for your health—and the planet
- What it really takes to start (and sustain) a medicinal herb farm
- The magic of Herb Camp and connecting directly with plants
You’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation for where your herbal medicine comes from—and why supporting local, ethical farms is so powerful.
06:00 – The beginnings of Oshala Farm
10:00 – What “regenerative organic” really means
18:00 – Why herb quality starts in the soil
26:00 – The drying process & testing for potency
33:00 – Lessons for aspiring herb farmers
45:00 – How Herb Camp connects people & plants
Check out the full episode and show notes right here!
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