S4E24 Not all weeds are bad, Pressure canning, Guest Sandra Smith- The Wisconsin Vegetable Gardener radio show

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In segment one Joey and Holly talk about not all weeds are bad weeds in your garden,
Dandelions
First food for bees
Many possible health benefits:
excellent source of vitamins A, C and K. They also contain vitamin E, folate and small amounts of other B vitamins (1).
What’s more, dandelion greens provide a substantial amount of several minerals, including iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium
Prevents inflammation
High in antioxidants
Good for your liver
Dandelion root extract is good for your skin
Lambs quarters or white goosefoot
providing a fair amount of a number of vitamins and minerals, including iron, folate, magnesium, phosphorous, and generous amounts of vitamin A and C, to name just a few. This edible weed is also high in protein and fiber
Garlic mustard
Harvest when young, will help prevent spread as well
one of the most nutritious leafy greens. There are few other greens that are higher in fiber, beta-carotene, vitamin C, zinc and vitamin E.
Great as pesto
Broadleaf plantain
Plantain is said to accumulate calcium, sulfur, magnesium, manganese, iron, and silicon.
In general weeds attract many beneficial insects and will often detour not so good insects way from other plants. They will add organic matter to your soil. Aerate your soil. Act as ground cover.

In segment two Joey and Holly talk about pressure canning rights and wrongs
Pressure canning is for low or no acid foods and meat - vegetables, beans, legumes
Know your pressure for your altitude
Have gaskets and seals checked often
Peel vegetables
Dont can mush
Be wise about what you are canning
Fresh is best
Do not use pressure cookers - instapot
Think about what you want to can before you invest

In segment three Joey and Holly welcome their guest
Sandra Smith, author of the award-winning middle grade/YA series, Seed Savers. She has a garden of her own, keeps chickens, and lives with her family in the pacific northwest. https://authorssmith.com/about/

1. This is the first time we've interviewed a fiction writer, where does your passion for writing come from?
2. Tell us about your book series and where did your inspiration come from?
3. You like to motivate social change for young adults, why is that important?
4. How has going from farm life to city life benefitted you?
5. You are the member of your local seed bank, what is a seed bank and why would someone want to join one?
6. How can we find out more about you and your books?

In segment four Joey and Holly answer garden questions

Tomatoes early bight
cucumbers not producing(continued)