The Survival Podcast
Ben Falk on Growing Rice in Cold Climates – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-62
Jan 24, 2025
In this discussion, Ben Falk, a farm planner and expert in permaculture, shares his innovative strategies for growing rice in cold climates. He highlights the surprising adaptability of rice and the synergistic benefits of integrating ducks into rice farming for soil fertility. Falk discusses challenges faced in cultivation and the importance of storable crops like rice for food security in unpredictable weather. He also emphasizes evaluating land for sustainable development and explores educational opportunities in permaculture practices.
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- Ben Falk showcases innovative rice cultivation methods in cold climates, demonstrating its viability as a sustainable staple crop.
- Integrating ducks into rice farming provides natural pest control and nutrient delivery, enhancing ecosystem health through permaculture principles.
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Innovative Farming in Cold Climates
The podcast discusses the potential for growing rice in cold climates, challenging the common perception that rice is solely a tropical crop. Ben Falk, the guest, has successfully implemented a hillside agriculture system in Vermont, utilizing rice as a keystone crop. This innovative approach leverages the unique ability of rice to thrive in less-than-ideal soils and flooded conditions, allowing nutrients to be delivered through water, enhancing soil fertility over time. Falk’s experience demonstrates that rice cultivation can be not only viable but also beneficial for the ecosystem in colder regions.
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