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"Soil is not dirt! Soil is our life support system. It is a mixture of organic matter, minerals, gases, living organisms and water that are vital for healthy plant growth, human nutrition, and regulation of the Earth’s climates. As one of the most significant components of the earth’s ecosystem, human life without soil would be very difficult. Productive and healthy soil is a key to environmental sustainability and helps in the creation of a healthier world." (Source: https://theimportantsite.com/reasons-why-soil-is-important/)

This overview will help you better understand about the various components that make soil and how important it is in providing a healthy environment so for plants and vegetables can grow and handle pests. Learn about the soil in Northwest Michigan and the ways to improve it. Also tour the TC Community Garden located next to the Botanic Garden 

John Caravetta received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Soil and Crop Science from Purdue University in Indiana.  After graduation, John joined the Indiana Cooperative Extension Service as an Agricultural Extension Agent in northeast

Indiana. John's experience beyond his time in Extension includes technical and management positions with a global agricultural chemical manufacturer, and, before retiring to the Traverse City area in late 2020, John served 22 years as Associate Director of the Arizona Department of Agriculture. John is currently a Consulting Agronomist volunteering with the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy and other local organizations. 

This event is held at the TC Community Garden. The garden is fenced, so please close the gates after you enter. We will meet at the large shed.