Hi there!
I’m Tiffany. I’m totally stoked to be sharing my knowledge and thoughts about sustainability, food, agriculture, energy, SOIL, and other information with you.
I graduated with a degree in Sustainability, worked on a regenerative, diverse farm, have experience in the energy industry, and – honestly – I just get a real kick out of discussing these sorts of topics, especially SOIL.
Thanks for being here 🌻
In Soil We Trust
Soil is the foundation of life and therefore applies to many different aspects of the world. So, I write about lots of topics. Hope you enjoy the wide variety and be sure to comment on what types of posts you’d like to read!
- A Cabin In The WoodsThis Labor Day weekend I’ve had the pleasure of spending time in Northern Wisconsin with my family. My stepdad has a perfectly lovely cabin right on Chain O Lakes. Here’s … Continue reading “A Cabin In The Woods”
- A Merciless Tale of Monarchs and MaizeThese is something fulfilling about waking through a field of grasses and flowers, all a slightly different shade of green and brown with pops of color, while a butterfly floats … Continue reading “A Merciless Tale of Monarchs and Maize”
- A Poem for SoilIn inspiration of recent posts I’ve read, I wrote a little poem. This poem represents the wonders of the underworld… aka soil. In darkness, life manifests. Life starts underground. Life … Continue reading “A Poem for Soil”
- Agricultural Machines or Agricultural Monsters?I’d like to share a video that blew my mind the other day. Some may see this as progress. Others see it as defacement. What’s your take? In Soil We … Continue reading “Agricultural Machines or Agricultural Monsters?”
- AgrivoltaicsAgrivoltaics may sound like a serious scientific phenomenon. It doesn’t even show up as a real word when I type it. But, it is definitely a concept that is coming … Continue reading “Agrivoltaics”
- All Magic Has It’s PriceI had a conversation with my mom the other day, and she was telling me about a documentary she watched that slammed renewable energy like wind and solar. I’ve written … Continue reading “All Magic Has It’s Price”
- All Things Natural GasNatural gas (NG) is a fossil fuel. It is made up of compressed plankton that lived in an anaerobic environment, which is important because if oxygen were present, bacteria would … Continue reading “All Things Natural Gas”
- B Corporations – What are those?Ever hear of B Corporations? What are they and why do they matter? Here is the official definition of B Corporations (B Corps) from B Lab: Certified B Corporations are … Continue reading “B Corporations – What are those?”
- Bigger Is Not Always Better – A Cautionary ProverbBig Tech allows us to compose and share information like this very document. Big-Box Retail supplies a plethora of seemingly important products from ankle bracelets to zero gravity lawn chairs … Continue reading “Bigger Is Not Always Better – A Cautionary Proverb”
- Biogeo-wha? Biogeochemical Processes & Why You Need to CareBiogeochemical processes are essential to sustainability because they work as regulatory cycles for the Earth – think homeostasis. Biogeochemical processes are systems like the water, Nitrogen, Carbon, and Phosphorous cycles, … Continue reading “Biogeo-wha? Biogeochemical Processes & Why You Need to Care”
- Bone Broth BasicsToday I wanted to give you some basic information on bone broth. I’ve recently been dabbling with how to make it and LOVING the results. The flavor and ease is … Continue reading “Bone Broth Basics”
- Chickens & Their BestiesIt’s no secret that DIVERSIFIED farming is the best farming. The more diverse your farm, the more resistance to any trauma there is because each element can protect one another. … Continue reading “Chickens & Their Besties”
- Cities and the Future of SustainabilityHalf of all people in the world live in a city. Even after the shock of 2020, that is not going to change. Most of urban expansion will start in … Continue reading “Cities and the Future of Sustainability”
- Citizens Climate LobbyWe all wonder about ways we can do our part to ensure a better future for our children, for society, and for the planet. Well, I’m here to give you … Continue reading “Citizens Climate Lobby”
- Climate HistoryGlobal Change was one of my favorite courses in college. One of the very first topics covered was Climate History. Climate change deniers often say that the Earth has always … Continue reading “Climate History”
- Contact Your Representative – The Why & HowHi all. As some of you may know, I encourage writing to your state and local representatives often. This is because I believe if enough people tell government what they … Continue reading “Contact Your Representative – The Why & How”
- Control Your Energy BillWe all want to save money, and there are plenty of ways to do so. I’m going to share with you a new way to save money that you may … Continue reading “Control Your Energy Bill”
- Cradle to CradleAlright guys. Now, this book changed my whole perspective of the world in just a few hundred pages. Cradle to Cradle, or C2C is more than just a book, it … Continue reading “Cradle to Cradle”
- Creating Life. – aka Composting.Composting can be a little bit intimidating if you’ve never done it before. You may be worried about the smell, the labor, attracting pests, or simply not doing it right. … Continue reading “Creating Life. – aka Composting.”
- Deforestation, Dethrone the Nation.I distinctly remember being about six years old and imagining a forest being bulldozed down. This vision came to me from my grandmother talking about the horrors of this situation, … Continue reading “Deforestation, Dethrone the Nation.”
- Ditch the Concrete – Choose a Forest CemeteryOkay, I realize this is a sensitive topic for some. Not everyone is going to resonate, and that is totally okay. I respect everyone’s beliefs, opinions & feelings! I wanted … Continue reading “Ditch the Concrete – Choose a Forest Cemetery”
- Does Industry Create Solutions or Problems?In order to satiate the hunger of a growing consumer population in the United States, farming turns to technology to produce high yields of food through industrial agriculture. As the … Continue reading “Does Industry Create Solutions or Problems?”
- Don’t Abide by the PesticideWho doesn’t enjoy biting into ajuicy strawberry or slurping on an orangeslice? The sweet yet sour flavors makethese fruits a staple in most Americandiets, and they are especially popularamong youngsters. … Continue reading “Don’t Abide by the Pesticide”
- Earth’s SpheresEarth is a super unique planet. What makes it really stand out is its SPHERES aka its subsystems that allow it to operate in the way that it does. Here … Continue reading “Earth’s Spheres”
- Earthships
Okay. Not gonna lie, when I first heard the term “Earthship” I thought the person was pulling my leg. I did not understand why these homes were called ships. I … Continue reading “Earthships” - Eat Your Veggies & Have a MeatballI can’t be the only one who excitedly buys a bunch of veggies only to come back to the fridge after a few days and see them starting to wilt. … Continue reading “Eat Your Veggies & Have a Meatball”
- Efficiency = ErosionEfficiency is a biiiiiig value in society. We are always on the run, got a never ending to-do list, & just want ample time to enjoy life. We try to … Continue reading “Efficiency = Erosion”
- Eutrophi-what? EutrophicationHi all. Okay. This is one of my favorite topics. Not because it is positive, but because not many people know about eutrophication. In simplest terms, eutrophication is when bodies … Continue reading “Eutrophi-what? Eutrophication”
- Even if Humans Don’t Contribute to Climate ChangesLet’s face it. There are deniers. Many people I love deny climate change. I bet there are many people you know who also deny it. Maybe they are scared. Maybe … Continue reading “Even if Humans Don’t Contribute to Climate Changes”
- Fire Stopping GoatsI can’t wait to have my own little homestead one day. One of the animals I’m looking forward to raising is goats because their milk is delish. But, goats can … Continue reading “Fire Stopping Goats”
- Food Animal Concerns TrustHi all. Just wanted to take the time to share this message from the Food Animals Concerns Trust. If you care about your health, animal welfare, or the environment, then … Continue reading “Food Animal Concerns Trust”
- Gabe Brown – Cover CroppingIt’s no secret. I am in love with Gabe Brown. I was first introduced to Mr. Brown while watching YT videos on regenerative agriculture. He’s got a tonnnnn of videos … Continue reading “Gabe Brown – Cover Cropping”
- Gasland – Documentary ReviewIn Gasland, producer Josh Fox makes the argument that natural gas drilling is severely harming waterways and human health, while regulatory commissions turn a blind eye and allow these practices … Continue reading “Gasland – Documentary Review”
- Government Supports Big Ag, What’s Wrong With That??Most small farmers live very humbly – they don’t make a lot of money. But they’ve got a big job. On the other hand, big farms are SUBSIDIZED by the … Continue reading “Government Supports Big Ag, What’s Wrong With That??”
- Green Job BoardsAs a recent ish graduate, I spend a decent amount of time on job boards. Sometimes just to browse, other times for serious job searching. It took me a while … Continue reading “Green Job Boards”
- Homemade BusinessI have my own tortilla business. It doesn’t pay the bills, that’s for sure. But it gives me a little fun cash AND the opportunity to fill the market with … Continue reading “Homemade Business”
- How To: Sustainable CitiesHi, all! Today I wanted to talk a little bit about how to make a city more sustainable and resilient to catastrophe, like flooding, drought, and overheating. These events are … Continue reading “How To: Sustainable Cities”
- Human Heart, Cosmic Heart – A Book ReviewDr. Thomas Cowan gets my heart. That statement is true on, apparently, many different levels. If you don’t know Dr. Thomas Cowan, I HIGHLY suggest you check out his books, … Continue reading “Human Heart, Cosmic Heart – A Book Review”
- Illinois Stewardship AllianceThis one is for all my Illinois readers. Although, if you’re not in Illinois, you might have something like this in your area. Illinois Stewardship Alliance (ISA) is all about … Continue reading “Illinois Stewardship Alliance”
- It’s Like Riding a Bike (To Work!)This summer I spent a hunk of change on fixing up my old bike. What a great decision!!! I wanted to do this because sometimes I feel like I am … Continue reading “It’s Like Riding a Bike (To Work!)”
- Kitchen Scrap GardeningAll you need for a little garden is… Scraps! The seeds, bulbs and roots of fruits and veg that you’ve already used are all you need to replant for cheap. … Continue reading “Kitchen Scrap Gardening”
- Know Your FarmerToday I’d like to talk about the power of knowing your farmer. Most of us go to the grocery store, grab a cart, and start filling it with the things … Continue reading “Know Your Farmer”
- Light FlamesJust like one small flame lights up total darkness, you too can be a flame of light in a background of darkness. This applies to everything. To being a link … Continue reading “Light Flames”
- Luxurious LimboSometimes I feel stressed out about money. Paying the bills. Getting the things I WANT. The cutest rugs, another TV, a nice pair of shoes. With the AVAILABILITY of everything … Continue reading “Luxurious Limbo”
- Makeup – Favorites EditionI don’t often wear makeup. Maybe I don’t have the patience, or maybe I just don’t like to spend the money on it. Since the invention of Sephora makeup prices … Continue reading “Makeup – Favorites Edition”
- Miraculous Abundance– a book review- Two farmers in France share their journey in creating a lush, bountiful microfarm with the potential to feed hundreds, even thousands, of people on only a … Continue reading “Miraculous Abundance”
- NGL, I don’t have a green thumb.Alright. I’ve gotta be honest. I’m really not that great at growing plants. Outdoor or indoor, I have a lot of trouble keeping them alive. I’ve probably killed over a … Continue reading “NGL, I don’t have a green thumb.”
- Out of Sight, Out of Mind – Trash TalkThe wrapper goes in the garbage, the food scraps go on the curb, and the poop goes down the toilet. The modern day, domesticated human does not have to come … Continue reading “Out of Sight, Out of Mind – Trash Talk”
- People, Planet, ProfitIn Sustainability, we like to focus on the three P’s. Which, as you guessed it, are people, planet & profit. These three pieces often make up what is called the … Continue reading “People, Planet, Profit”
- Powering Our Cars with Our FeetOkay ya’ll, this is a long one. Feel free to skim to get the general idea. This concept is cool to me so I went pretty hard. Enjoy! Piezoelectricity is … Continue reading “Powering Our Cars with Our Feet”
- Pre-Cool Your Home & Save Yourself the ComplaintsOkay ya’ll! Fun little tip for you to give a try. It’s called pre-cooling. Here’s how it work: Turn your thermostat down pretty low after about 8pm or right before … Continue reading “Pre-Cool Your Home & Save Yourself the Complaints”
- Public Transportation & What It Ought To Be.Like many, I have a car. If I ever want to leave my house to go to the grocery store, see my relatives, renew my ID, or anything that requires … Continue reading “Public Transportation & What It Ought To Be.”
- Rags to RichesHi all. So, as is obvious from the title of this blog, I am going to share with you the superiority of rags over paper towels. I’ve been a barista … Continue reading “Rags to Riches”
- Raise Your Word Writing HelpIf you’re struggling with customizing your resume to a job posting or meeting the requirements on your academic paper, then take advantage of this opportunity to improve your future! With … Continue reading “Raise Your Word Writing Help”
- Running Up That Time MachineThere’s a lot of umph out there to go back to a simpler time. After taking some leisure time to peruse other’s blogs and thoughts, I found a distinct pattern … Continue reading “Running Up That Time Machine”
- Save Your Fall LeavesWhile it does not at all feel like fall where I live, fall is among us, nonetheless. “Rake” will be on all our to-do lists before we know it. Before … Continue reading “Save Your Fall Leaves”
- School Gardens – Be an AdvocateI whole-heartedly believe humans were not made to live their lives inside all day – especially children. Yet, we force youth to live the first two decades of their lives … Continue reading “School Gardens – Be an Advocate”
- Soil and EnergyI often write on Energy, but my blog is “Bring Back Soil”, so you’d think my blogs would be mainly related to soil. Well, Energy IS Soil. Soil IS Energy. … Continue reading “Soil and Energy”
- Soil TypesAlrighty so I came across this awesome image and needed to share. You can see here all the types of soil, excluding peat! Can you tell what’s in your own … Continue reading “Soil Types”
- Soil v. Soil?What if I told you that the bagged soil you’re buying from the store is not actually SOIL? Well, it’s the truth. Here’s how it works. To start, we must … Continue reading “Soil v. Soil?”
- Storey’s Guide to Raising Chickens – a Book ReviewOkay, guys. This book is seriously detailed. I learned a ton!!! If you are interested in raising chickens, this is your book. You’ll learn everything from hatching chicks to growing … Continue reading “Storey’s Guide to Raising Chickens – a Book Review”
- Take A Walk TodayHi all, Every morning the first thing I do is take my dog for a walk. It is the BEST part of my day. Today I’d like to take the … Continue reading “Take A Walk Today”
- That’s UsThat white dot, next to the smaller dot, That’s Us Guys! We’re all just a big ball of light, thank goodness. In Soil We Trust, Tiffany
- The ElementsFire, Water, Air, Earth These are the elements our ancestors believed made up our world. While, yes, hydrogen, berium, and astatine do exist and makeup our world, these four basic … Continue reading “The Elements”
- The Problems with RenewablesHi, all. Today I wanted to talk a little bit about renewables. As energy producers like solar panels and wind turbines slowly become welcomed to the market, the debate over … Continue reading “The Problems with Renewables”
- Thermal Power Plants – The Main PlantThermal power plants (TPPs) are significant because they are the main way that we make electricity in the world. TTPs can be fueled by numerous sources, including but not limited … Continue reading “Thermal Power Plants – The Main Plant”
- Too Good To GoAfter graduation, I started applying to jobs and Too Good To Go (TGTG) was one of them. Before applying I never heard of the company. But after doing research, I … Continue reading “Too Good To Go”
- Welcome To My OfficeHi, all! I love working on a farm and taking care of livestock. To give you a glimpse of what I get to encounter on a regular day, check out … Continue reading “Welcome To My Office”
- welcome to the blog!Hi all. My name is Tiffany, and I am stoked to be sharing my knowledge and passion with the world. I am a farmer, graduate with a BS of Science … Continue reading “welcome to the blog!”
- What Exactly IS Government?Government is defined as an organization that can legitimately use coercion. Okay. What does that mean? Here we go. Organization: This is an institutional structure where people have tasks related … Continue reading “What Exactly IS Government?”
- What If – Delivery EditionThere’s probably no one in America who hasn’t gotten a box delivered to their home. Getting stuff delivered to your door is easy peezy lemon squeezy nowadays. This is all … Continue reading “What If – Delivery Edition”
- What If… Street Garden EditionWhat if the streets were filled with fruit and vegetables along with plants of beauty. I’ve always imagined a world where the sidewalks were lined with herbs, fruit trees, and … Continue reading “What If… Street Garden Edition”
- What If… Highway Windmills EditionI was driving down the highway a few weeks ago and found myself checking out the light posts. There’s gotta be hundreds of thousands of light posts on the highways. … Continue reading “What If… Highway Windmills Edition”
- What is Food?Hi all, Today I wanted to talk about what food is. Food is the stuff we eat, right? But just because we CAN physically eat something, does that make it … Continue reading “What is Food?”
- What’s So Bad About Food Waste, Anyways?Agricultural activities -whether conventional or not- require labor and energy. There are many factors to consider that go into putting food on our plates. Human labor, water usage, refrigeration, transportation, … Continue reading “What’s So Bad About Food Waste, Anyways?”
- Where Are All the Factory Farms?Hi all, Ughhhhh. I truly hate this topic. It is my life’s MISSION to put an end to factory farms because they hurt my heart so, so very much. The … Continue reading “Where Are All the Factory Farms?”
- Why are Chickens Illegal?I love chickens, and I love chickens. It is definitely becoming trendy to raise your own food, and chickens are some of the easiest animals to raise for consumption. But … Continue reading “Why are Chickens Illegal?”
- Why Honoring Yourself is Honoring AllToday’s post is not totally sustainability related, but I suppose it can be in some ways. I’d like to encourage everyone to do what makes them happy. If you’re in … Continue reading “Why Honoring Yourself is Honoring All”
- Why I Love SoilI love soil. Soil is the foundation of all life. Without soil, we would have nothing. Even aquatic requires soil for life to bloom. We don’t often consider the dirt … Continue reading “Why I Love Soil”
- Why Sustainable Living is HardDon’t waste. Don’t use so much energy. Stop creating. Reduce, reduce, reduce. While I am all for putting an immediate stop on pollution and overall environmental deterioration, I also believe … Continue reading “Why Sustainable Living is Hard”
- Why You Need Your Own ChickensThe farmers I’ve met all say there should really be no market for eggs. I once ready that if one in every ten people raised laying hens, the egg industry … Continue reading “Why You Need Your Own Chickens”
- You Can Farm – Book ReviewEVERY regenerative farmer, or person interested in regenerative farming, knows that Joel Salatin is a regenerative agriculture guru. He is an inspiration and wealth of knowledge. This book written by … Continue reading “You Can Farm – Book Review”
Suggested Resources
eatwild.com – Find local produce and meats that are naturally raised start to finish.
house.gov – Learn what’s happening with legislation and who you can contact to make your opinions heard.
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