Teaming with Microbes

The Organic Gardener's Guide to the Soil Food Web

By: Jeff Lowenfels, Wayne Lewis

Narrated by: Chris Lutkin

When we use chemical fertilizers, we injure the microbial life that sustains plants and then become increasingly dependent on an arsenal of toxic substances. Teaming with Microbes offers an alternative to this vicious circle and details how to garden in a way that strengthens, rather than destroys, the soil food web. You’ll discover that healthy soil is teeming with life - not just earthworms and insects, but a staggering multitude of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms.

This must-have guide is for everyone, from those devoted to organic gardening techniques to weekend gardeners who simply want to grow healthy plants without resorting to chemicals.

©2010 Jeff Lowenfels and Wayne Lewis (P)2020 Dreamscape Media, LLC

top notch

excellent presentation of essential information. it's easy to digest the information given in this book. it's all well and good to have the secret of of life, but if you can't communicate it, it's still only potential, and yet to be revealed, ie. worthless to do anyone any good. if you want to do well by the earth in any way, this book is a good starting place.

Practical Microbiology

I regret not staying in microbiology vs art school after 'reading' this book. The book giving us the science first sets us up for a treasure trove of practical knowledge that will change trillions and zillions of lives.

cadence

I did enjoy the subject matter, however the readers cadence was mechanical at times.

"Honey, this book on soil organisms is fantastic!"

Try telling your husband that!!!! He thinks i am crazy!!! As someone with absolutely NO science or biology background...This book holds a wealth of easily understood information. Yes, some concepts are very new to me but i am now inspired to learn sooo much more about each aspect of soil life and making mine better!! Thank you to the authors and the narator!!! Forwarding this book on religiously to all in my sphere!!!

great simple information

love this authers books easy to understand and great information. more people to read and stop telling soil and destroying souls.