EcoFarm Aotearoa
EcoFarm Aotearoa is a farming podcast featuring Ewan Campbell, a respected New Zealand agricultural figure, alongside co-host Stephen Brunton. The show unpacks Ewan’s audiobook and discusses major on-farm issues such as nitrate and water quality, soil biology, mineral balance, genetics, pasture growth, animal health, and profitability. It aims to turn good science into practical farming knowledge through real stories and clear takeaways. Episodes are designed for listening in the ute, cowshed, or tractor.
Episodes
More Fertiliser Won't Fix Your Soil
What if the problem with your pasture, garden or lifestyle block isn't a lack of nutrients, but the fact that your soil can't access the nutrients already there?In this episode of An Eco Farmer's Discovery, Stephen Brunton sits down with EcoFarm soil consultant Campbell Page to explore how soil testing can reveal what's really happening beneath the surface. From identifying nutrien
Your Soil Could Be Worth MILLIONS
What if the biggest financial asset on your farm is already sitting in the soil? In this episode, Scott Gordon joins the conversation to break down the financial side of soil fertility, looking at the value of minerals locked up in the soil, the cost of unlocking them, and how understanding your soil could change the way you assess farm value, productivity and return on investment. We also explore
What Your Herbage Test Is Really Telling You
Herbage testing can reveal a lot about what is happening in your soil, but timing and the right combination of tests are crucial. In this episode, Ewan and the team look at why mid to late spring can be such an important window for herbage testing in New Zealand, when multiple pasture species are actively growing and minerals can be better represented.The conversation explores the relationship bet
Cultivation and Cropping: The Mistake That Costs Farmers Thousands
Winter cropping can be expensive, risky and essential for getting livestock through the colder months. But what if the way we prepare a cropping paddock is actually setting it up to fail?In this episode, Ewan and the team dig into the thinking behind winter crops, soil preparation, carbon, nitrogen and the role of soil biology. They explore the idea of the “fake boost”, where spraying and disturbi
More Farming Questions Answered: Nitrogen, Fungi & More
The questions keep coming! In Part 2 of our farming Q&A, we continue answering your comments, challenging conventional thinking and digging deeper into some of the biggest conversations around modern agriculture.In this episode:In this episode of EcoFarm Aotearoa, the discussion turns to synthetic nitrogen, soil carbon, fungi, soil biology and the importance of questioning the systems we'v
Your Farming Questions Answered: Soil, Carbon, Glyphosate & More
What are farmers actually asking about soil, carbon, regenerative farming and the future of agriculture?In this episode of EcoFarm Aotearoa, Ewan Campbell sits down to work through questions and comments from our viewers, covering everything from soil carbon and comprehensive soil testing to cyanobacteria, crop production, glyphosate, organic farming and New Zealand's carbon policies.The conve
The Nitrate Debate: Here's What People Got Wrong
A short clip from a previous episode sparked plenty of debate online, so Ewan Campbell is taking the opportunity to dive deeper into one of agriculture's most misunderstood topics: nitrates.In this episode:In this episode of EcoFarm Aotearoa, Ewan unpacks the science behind the nitrogen cycle, explains the difference between nitrate and ammonium, and explores why so much confusion exists aroun
Inside China's Massive Organic Farming Operation
China is changing the way it farms, and the scale of what they're achieving is staggering.In this episode:After returning from an agricultural study trip to China, Gavin Fisher shares what surprised him most: climate-controlled dairy barns, advanced monitoring technology, efficient nutrient recycling, and a national focus on producing premium-quality food rather than simply maximizing output.T
News Outlets Throwing Blame To Farmers!
A new New Zealand study has linked nitrate levels in drinking water to premature births, but does that tell the whole story?In this episode of EcoFarm Aotearoa, we unpack the latest media reports surrounding nitrates and explore what they may be overlooking. Campbell questions why the conversation always seems to stop at identifying the problem, rather than addressing the biological systems that c
We Sent Steve To A Coal Mine! Reefton Episode Part 2
In this episode, Stephen heads to the West Coast for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Reefton coal mine to see firsthand how mining by-products are transformed into valuable inputs for regenerative farming.Joined by the mine team, Stephen follows the journey from freshly mined coal through the wash plant, stockpiles, rehabilitation areas, and fertilizer blending operation, uncovering the
Can Mining Improve Agriculture?
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan are joined by Jimmy, a lifelong West Coast coal mining expert, to explore the surprising connections between geology, mining, soil health, and modern agriculture.What begins as a conversation about coal quickly expands into the history of New Zealand's geology, the science behind different coal types, mine rehabilitation, and how mining by-products are helping
The Farming Discovery That Turned Conventional Agriculture Upside Down
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan are joined by Robin Claire, host of Cultivated Audio, for a fascinating conversation exploring soil health, regenerative agriculture, and the hidden forces shaping the future of farming.What begins as a discussion around farming systems and mineral balancing expands into a deeper exploration of soil biology, electrical conductivity, microbial life, livestock healt
The $3 Billion Fertiliser Plant Nobody Needed
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan unpack the controversy surrounding a proposed $3 billion lignite-to-fertiliser plant in Southland, New Zealand, and ask a bigger question: why are we investing billions into synthetic nitrogen production when healthy soils already produce nitrogen naturally? What begins as a discussion around fertiliser security and global supply chains quickly becomes a deep dive
The Most Profitable Farms Are Doing This Differently
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan explore the forces shaping modern agriculture and ask a challenging question: are farmers really in control of their own industry?From farm plans and environmental compliance to organic markets, profitability, carbon, and industry influence, the conversation examines how farmers can use testing, observation, and real-world results to make better decisions for thei
Farmers Are Focusing on the Wrong Thing
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan explore one of the most overlooked yet important drivers of soil health: cyanobacteria.What starts as a discussion around regenerative farming, cover crops, and soil carbon quickly expands into a deep dive on soil biology, nutrient cycling, trace minerals, plant health, animal health, and the hidden processes that build productive farming systems from the ground u
Who Really Controls New Zealand Farming?
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan explore the changing landscape of New Zealand agriculture, from the traditions of Gypsy Week and share milking to the growing pressures facing modern farmers.The conversation dives into farm profitability, organic opportunities, soil health, environmental compliance, and the importance of producing high-quality food for premium markets. Ewan challenges conventiona
Is Your Favourite Politician Voting to Destroy New Zealand’s GE Free Future?
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan sit down with John Carapiet from GE Free New Zealand to unpack the growing debate around genetic engineering, GMO regulation, and the future of farming in New Zealand.What begins as a discussion around the government’s proposed Gene Technology Bill and the new Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Amendment Bill quickly expands into a much bigger conversation abo
Regenerative Farming Meets the Food Industry (feat. Rensha Bouwer)
In this episode, Stephen, Ewan, and special guest Rensha Bouwer unpack the growing disconnect between food production, food quality, and the systems that sit between farmers and consumers. What begins as a conversation around award-winning pies, artisan cheese, and sourcing quality ingredients quickly reveals a much deeper issue: many of the best food producers and farmers are trapped inside commo
The Hidden Gold in Your Soil (And How to Unlock It)
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan unpack the hidden potential within our soils and challenge the conventional approach to fertility, pH, and input-heavy farming. What begins as a discussion on soil chemistry reveals a deeper issue: farmers are often managing only what’s immediately available, rather than unlocking the vast reserves already present in the soil.Through the EFA lens, the conversation
Chapter 28: Reality Check | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 28: Reality CheckThank you for listening to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, this is the final Ewan Campbell’s journey throughout the book.In this episode, Stephen Brunton and Ewan unpack the final chapter of the book, Chapter 28: Reality Check, bringing the series to a grounded and thought-provoking close. This conversation steps back from theory a
How Farmers Are Losing $21,000/ha Without Realising It
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan unpack the growing tension between water quality, farm profitability, and the long-standing reliance on synthetic inputs. What starts as a conversation about environmental pressure quickly reveals a deeper issue, farm systems that are quietly depleting their own soil capital over time.Through real on-farm numbers and practical examples, Ewan breaks down how decade
Chapter 27: Environmental Issues | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 27: Environmental IssuesWelcome to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell’s journey.In this episode, Stephen Brunton and Ewan unpack Chapter 27: Environmental Issues, bringing the series to a powerful and challenging close. The conversation centres around one of the biggest topics in modern
Chapter 26: The Last Chapter? | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 26: The Last Chapter?Welcome to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell’s journey.In this episode, Stephen Brunton and Ewan unpack Chapter 26: The Last Chapter?, stepping into one of the most challenging and thought-provoking ideas in the entire series. The conversation explores the concept
Farming and Thriving, Even in an Oil Crisis
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan dive into the growing fuel and fertiliser crisis and what it really means for modern farming. As costs rise and pressure builds, the conversation uncovers a deeper issue: the heavy reliance on nitrogen fertiliser as an energy product, leaving farmers exposed to global oil markets. What seems like a pricing problem quickly reveals itself as a system-wide challenge
Part 2: Inside EcoFarm Aotearoa: Autumn Open Day 2026
In this episode, Ewan continues the open day out in the paddock, diving deeper into the hidden influences shaping soil, plant, and animal health.Set against a real-world farm backdrop, this part of the conversation explores some of the more complex and often overlooked factors in farming systems. From soil toxicity and mineral imbalances to the role of electromagnetic forces, Ewan demonstrates how
Part 1: Inside EcoFarm Aotearoa: Autumn Open Day 2026
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan take us directly onto the farm for a live open day, where theory meets reality and farmers get to see regenerative principles in action.Set in a hands-on, real-world environment, the conversation centres around what it actually looks like to transition from conventional thinking to a system that works with nature. As Ewan walks through the farm, he shares practica
Chapter 25: Fits Together | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 25: Fits TogetherWelcome to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell’s journey.In this episode, Stephen Brunton and Ewan unpack Chapter 25: Fits Together, exploring the powerful idea that true abundance in farming comes from understanding and working with the natural systems already in place.
What Most Farmers Get Wrong About Regenerative Agriculture
In this episode, we hear directly from a fourth-generation farmer who is transitioning away from conventional, chemical-based agriculture and into a regenerative system, while building a premium food brand alongside it.After years of dealing with rising input costs, fertiliser reliance, and commodity pricing pressure, he began questioning the system. What followed was a shift toward regenerative p
Chapter 24: A Ray of Light | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 24: A Ray of LightWelcome to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell’s journey.In this episode, Stephen Brunton and Ewan unpack Chapter 24: A Ray of Light, reflecting on the power of observation, the intelligence of nature, and the breakthroughs that come when farmers begin to trust what the
A Farmer Flew From Wales to Visit…What He Learned Could Transform His Farm
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan are joined by a visiting farmer from Wales, offering a rare and powerful comparison between farming systems on opposite sides of the world. What starts as a simple farm visit quickly becomes something much bigger, as shared challenges, rising costs, and declining soil health reveal just how universal the pressures on modern farming have become.Through open convers
Chapter 23: Forgotten Biology | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 23 Forgotten BiologyWelcome to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive into one chapter of Ewan Campbell’s journey.In this episode, Stephen and Ewan explore Chapter 23: Forgotten Biology, focusing on the overlooked role of cyanobacteria in soil health and agricultural systems.Often misunderstood as toxic “blue-green algae,” cyano
Paradigm Busting: The Truth About Regenerative Farming, Part 2
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan explore one of the most powerful forces shaping modern farming: mindset. While regenerative agriculture is often framed around practices like rotational grazing or reducing inputs, the real shift begins with something deeper, the willingness to question long-held beliefs about how farming “should” work.The conversation unpacks how healthy soils drive resilient far
Chapter 22: Invisible Menace | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 22 Invisible MenaceWelcome to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell’s journey.In this episode, Stephen and Ewan unpack Chapter 22: An Invisible Menace, exploring the concept of vibrational residues and the unseen energetic imprints left behind by agricultural chemicals and electrical infra
Paradigm Busting: The Truth About Regenerative Farming, Part 1
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan move beyond “math busting” and into something even deeper: paradigm busting. What if the biggest barrier to regenerative farming isn’t nitrogen rates or phosphate targets, but the mental models farmers have inherited for generations?From no-till myths to spray-first thinking, they unpack how industry narratives shape decisions long before a paddock is ever walked.
Chapter 21: The Dusts | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
The EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast – Book Companion Series.In this episode, Stephen and Ewan explore the hidden role of tissue salts and electrical nutrition in soil, plant, animal, and human health. Challenging conventional ideas about how minerals actually function within biological systems. The conversation connects cellular processes, soil biology, and farm management through one central idea: true
The Math Ain’t Mathing: Nitrogen, Phosphate & Farming’s Biggest Blind Spots
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan challenge some of farming’s most accepted assumptions and ask a simple question: what if the math isn’t mathing? From nitrogen targets to phosphate “maintenance” rates, they unpack how industry norms became unquestioned truths and why many of them don’t hold up under first-principles thinking.The conversation walks through real on-farm numbers, showing how excess
Chapter 20: Structure | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
The EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast – Book Companion Series.In Chapter 20 of The EcoFarm Aotearoa Book Companion Series, we explore the idea of structure, from the soil beneath our feet to the spine in our bodies. What begins with a conversation about jaw alignment and Western Price quickly unfolds into a much deeper discussion about how mineral balance, nutrition, and physical structure are inseparable.
"Now its easy, just spread the fert and F*CK IT" - huge farming lifestyle improvements!
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan sits down with Ross and Lance, who made a bold transition away from conventional inputs and into biological system thinking. What began with digging holes and finding no worms has evolved into a complete mindset shift, from chasing nitrogen and spraying weeds to rebuilding soil depth, animal health, and farm confidence.The conversation follows their two-and-a-half
Chapter 19: Biological What!? | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
The EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast – Book Companion Series.This episode covers Chapter 19 and dives into one of the most controversial and intriguing concepts in regenerative agriculture: biological transmutation. What sounds like alchemy becomes a practical exploration of how soil biology can transform elements, balance nutrients, and supply what plants and animals need without constant external inputs
The Missing Step in Regenerative Farming
In this episode, Stephen and Ewan unpack what happens after soil health starts improving and why many farms hit a wall precisely when things should be working better. As regenerative systems begin to function, old habits, missing steps, and unseen limiting factors can quietly undo progress if the full process isn’t followed.The conversation walks through EcoFarm Aotearoa’s start-to-finish methodol
Chapter 18: Fungi The Fun Guys | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
The EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast – Book Companion Series.This episode covers Chapter 18 and dives into one of the most misunderstood and powerful forces in farming: fungi. What begins with a moment of curiosity (and a fair bit of trial, error, and “stupidity”) quickly turns into a profound rethinking of how soil, plants, animals, and humans are all connected through biological digestion and nutrient c
Title: The EFA Comments Section Exploded - Ewan Answers everything
Title: The EFA Comments Section Exploded - Ewan Answers everythingThe EcoFarm Aotearoa PodcastIn this Q&A episode, Stephen and Ewan respond to listener questions covering soil minerals, silicon availability, nitrogen use, and electrical processes in farming systems. Grounded in observation and on-farm results, the conversation challenges conventional thinking and focuses on what consistently d
Chapter 17: What On Earth | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
The EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast - Book Companion Series.This episode covers Chapter 17 and revisits the moment the story burst out of the courtroom and into the public eye — when 60 Minutes turned up, asked the questions the system wouldn’t, and changed the game.Ewan and Steve unpack what it was like meeting Melanie Reid and her producer with healthy skepticism (the good kind), then watching the inve
Chapter 16: The Problem of Success | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 16: The Problem of SuccessThe EcoFarm Aotearoa PodcastThis episode covers Chapter 16 and unpacks what happens when innovation works too well. Ewan reflects on the rise of Probitas, the backlash that followed its success, and the systems that move to shut down ideas that threaten entrenched interests.In This Episode:Ewan shares the personal and professional fallout
Chapter 15: Shiny Stuff | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 15: What Is This Shiny Stuff?The EcoFarm Aotearoa PodcastWelcome to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive into one chapter of Ewan Campbell’s journey.Read or listen along by searching An EcoFarmer’s Discovery on Spotify, or find the book on Audible and Kindle. Each episode unpacks the stories and principles behind regenerative
Chapter 14: The Beach | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 14: The BeachThe EcoFarm Aotearoa PodcastWelcome to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive into one chapter of Ewan Campbell’s journey.Read or listen along by searching An EcoFarmer’s Discovery on Spotify, or find the book on Audible and Kindle. Each episode unpacks the stories and principles behind regenerative farming, with 26
Chapter 13: Products | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 13: ProductsThe EcoFarm Aotearoa PodcastWelcome to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive into one chapter of Ewan Campbell’s journey.Read or listen along by searching An EcoFarmer’s Discovery on Spotify, or find the book on Kindle. Each episode unpacks the stories and principles behind regenerative farming, with 26 chapters rel
Tissue Salts: Mineral Intelligence & Cell Function
Tissue Salts: Mineral Intelligence & Cell FunctionThe EcoFarm Aotearoa PodcastModern farming often treats symptoms instead of causes. In this episode, Stephen and Ewan dig into the mineral foundations that sit beneath soil health, plant function, animal performance, and ultimately human health. Starting at the single cell, they explore how functional minerals, biology, and electrical processes
Chapter 12: The Meat Producer | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 12: The Meat ProducerWelcome to An EcoFarmer’s Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell’s journey.You’re invited to read along. Get the audiobook via Spotify by searching An EcoFarmer’s Discovery, or grab it on Kindle, and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, observations, and principles b
Inside EcoFarm Aotearoa: Soil, Water & Herbage Testing
Inside EcoFarm Aotearoa: Soil, Water & Herbage TestingThe EcoFarm Aotearoa PodcastTesting is often discussed in agriculture, but rarely done in a way that truly guides decision-making. In this episode, Stephen and Ewan walk through the practical process of soil, water, and herbage testing, showing how accurate sampling, consistent GPS points, and year-on-year comparisons reveal what is really
Chapter 11: Rock Hounds | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmers Discovery Chapter 11: Rock HoundsWelcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along – get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle – and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, ideas, and principles of
Inside EcoFarm Aotearoa: Late Spring Open Day
Inside EcoFarm Aotearoa: Late Spring Open DayThe EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast (Ep. 11)Many farmers are feeling the pressure of rising fertiliser costs, tightening margins, and systems that no longer seem to deliver what they promise. In this Late Spring Open Day, Stephen and Ewan are joined by farmers, orchardists, and lifestyle block owners who are actively questioning the status quo and exploring wh
Chapter 10: Science | An EcoFarmers Discovery Audiobook Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmers Discovery Chapter 10: ScienceWelcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along – get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle – and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, ideas, and principles of reg
Cyanobacteria: The Hidden Engine Driving Your Soil
Cyanobacteria: The Hidden Engine Driving Your Soil The EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast (Ep. 10)Most farmers know about clover, fungi, and fertiliser… but very few understand the microscopic lifeform that actually built the planet and is still driving soil fertility today. In this episode, Stephen and Ewan uncover the extraordinary role of cyanobacteria, the organisms that oxygenated Earth, created the fi
Chapter 9 Electrifying | An EcoFarmers Discovery Book Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 9: ElectrifyingWelcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along – get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle – and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, ideas, and principles o
The Carbon Trap: Why Pasture Renewal Is Costing You More Than You Think
The Carbon Trap: Why Pasture Renewal Is Costing You More Than You ThinkThe EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast (Ep. 9)Most farmers know carbon is important, but few realise just how fast it can vanish or what’s really driving the losses. In this episode, Stephen and Ewan break down a Grasslands Conference presentation by soil scientist Louis Schipper, and compare his findings with what’s actually happening o
Chapter 8 Results On The Hoof | An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Book Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 8: Results On The HoofWelcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along – get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle – and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, ideas, and princ
What Your Weeds Are Saying | Part 2
What Your Weeds Are Saying | Part 2The EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast (Ep. 8)When weeds explode across a paddock, most farmers reach straight for the sprayer. But as Ewan Campbell explains, every thistle, buttercup, dock, and gorse plant is actually doing a job and sending a message. From California thistles taking over dairy farms to ragwort covering entire hillsides, weeds aren’t the enemy… they’re in
Chapter 7 Going To The Source | An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Book Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 7: Going To The SourceWelcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along – get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle – and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, ideas, and princ
Weeds: What They’re Really Telling You About Your Soil
Weeds: What They’re Really Telling You About Your SoilThe EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast (Ep. 7)When weeds take over, most farmers reach for the spray. But what if every thistle, buttercup, or gorse plant is actually trying to tell you something? In this episode, Ewan Campbell and Stephen Brunton dig into the surprising truth about weeds, they’re not enemies of productivity, but messengers of the soil’s
Chapter 6 Where To From Here | An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Book Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 6: Where To From HereWelcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along. Get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, ideas, and principle
Soil Health: The Real Cure for Facial Eczema
Soil Health: The Real Cure for Facial EczemaThe EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast (Ep. 6)When a facial eczema outbreak tore through Ewan Campbell’s dairy herd in the late 1980s, it became a make-or-break moment on the farm. Cows were peeling, milk production was crashing, and the conventional advice—more zinc, more maize, more fungicides—wasn’t working. Then one old farmer offered the simplest, most game-c
Chapter 5 Out Of The Frying Pan Into The Fire | An EcoFarmers Discovery Book Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmer’s Discovery Chapter 5: Out of the Frying Pan and Into the FireWelcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along – get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle – and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stori
What Really Saved My Cows
What Really Saved My CowsThe EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast (Ep. 5)When 25-year-old Ewan Campbell faced a devastating facial eczema outbreak on his dairy farm, it nearly cost him everything. Cows were dying, money was vanishing, and the standard advice wasn’t working, until one old farmer’s suggestion changed everything: “Just put some lime on.”In this episode, Ewan and Stephen revisit the story that sh
Chapter 4 The Land Of Milk And Honey | An EcoFarmers Discovery Book Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmers Discovery Chapter 4: The Land Of Milk And HoneyWelcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along - get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle - and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, ideas, and
Minerals For The Genetic Code
Minerals For The Genetic CodeThe EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast (Ep. 4)Minerals don’t just build soil, they build life.In this episode, we explore how the arrangement of minerals forms the foundation of DNA, shaping the health of our soil, animals, and ourselves. From Walter Russell’s revolutionary “10 Octaves” concept to the surprising harmony between elements and biology, this conversation reveals the
Chapter 3 Time To Fly | An EcoFarmers Discovery Book Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmers Discovery Chapter 3: Trying TimesWelcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along - get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle - and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, ideas, and principles of
What Is An Atom, And Why Does It Matter: The Science Beneath It All
What Is An Atom, And Why Does It Matter: The Science Beneath It All (Ep. 3)Episode 3:Everything from the soil underfoot to the food on your plate starts with atoms. But how do these invisible building blocks actually shape the health of our land, animals, and ourselves?In this episode, we explore how the tiniest particles in the universe form the foundation of farming, life, and balance. From the
Chapter 2 Time To Fly | An EcoFarmers Discovery Book Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmers Discovery Chapter 2: Time To flyWelcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along - get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle - and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, ideas, and principles of regenerative far
Nitrate Poisoning: Farmers Blamed, but What’s the REAL Cause?
Nitrate Poisoning: Farmers Blamed, but What’s the REAL Cause?The EcoFarm Podcast (Ep. 2)Is nitrate really the villain behind blue baby syndrome, sick livestock, and rising cancer rates, or have we been pointing fingers in the wrong direction? In this episode, Ewan Campbell and Stephen Brunton dive into New Zealand’s nitrate crisis and ask the hard questions no one else will.From Environment Canter
Chapter 1 The Philosophers Stone | An EcoFarmers Discovery Book Companion Podcast
An EcoFarmers Discovery Chapter 1: The Philosopher’s Stone Welcome to An EcoFarmer's Discovery: The Companion Podcast, where every Friday we dive deep into one chapter of Ewan Campbell's journey.You're invited to read along - get the audiobook via Spotify (search An EcoFarmer's Discovery) or grab it on Kindle - and explore each chapter with us as we unpack the stories, ideas, and p
Is Your Soil Creating Minerals Out Of Thin Air? | Biological Transmutation Explained
Can soil organisms really act like alchemists - transforming one element into another? In this episode, we dive into the fascinating and controversial work of French researcher Louis Kervran and his theory of Biological Transmutation. From unexplained shifts in calcium levels to the mysterious role of microbes and roots, we explore what this means for soil health, farming practices, and the future
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Get subscribed now! The EcoFarm Aotearoa Podcast officially launches Wednesday the 8th, with new episodes released twice weekly. Join us on YouTube and Spotify for full video episodes, or tune in through all major podcast platforms for the audio-only experience. Whether you’re out on the tractor, in the shed, or just curious about better farming, there’s something here for you. Listen for inspirat
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Welcome to EcoFarm Aotearoa — practical conversations for real-world farming in New Zealand and beyond. Ewan Campbell turns good science into better practice: nitrate and water quality, soil biology, mineral balance, genetics, pasture growth, animal health, and profitability. Real stories, clear takeaways—ready for the ute, cowshed, or tractor. Subscribe in your favourite podcast app. Notes & link
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