Where real health begins—in the soil Dr. Berg’s passion for nutrition doesn’t end with what we eat—it starts with how our food is grown. At his farm in Western Virginia, he’s cultivating more than crops. He’s building healthy soil, experimenting with regenerative practices, and exploring how nutrient-dense food begins long before it reaches the plate. Soil as a living system To Dr. Berg, soil isn’t just dirt. It’s a living ecosystem made up of minerals, microbes, gases, water, and insects—all working together to nourish the plants we eat. On the farm, natural predator-prey dynamics are used to maintain this balance. Beneficial insects like springtails help control pests and fungi, reducing the need for harmful pesticides and herbicides. After each harvest, composted organic matter from plants and livestock is added back to the soil, completing the nutrient cycle and regenerating fertility. Microorganisms play a key role in decomposition (the break down of organic matter) and the cycling of nutrients and water to our plants and crops. Decaying organic matter provides microorganisms with energy for their growth and supplies carbon for the formation of new cells. As microorganisms help break down organic matter, they release essential nutrients and carbon dioxide into the soil, fix nitrogen and help transform nutrients into mineral forms that plants can use through a process called mineralization. In addition, as these microorganisms move through the soil, they aerate it, helping to improve soil drainage and soil structure. The soil developed on Dr. Berg’s farm maintains an ecologically balanced environment with predator-prey dynamics using tiny insects, such as springtails, to control harmful fungi and pests. This is an essential part of keeping the farm free of harmful pesticides and herbicides. After harvest, the soil is regenerated with organic matter from the compost of livestock and plant residues to restore the nutrient cycle. Pesticides & Herbicides Heavy treatment of soil with pesticides and herbicides can cause populations of beneficial soil microorganisms to decline. For example, plants depend on a variety of soil microorganisms to transform atmospheric nitrogen into nitrates, which plants can use. Common landscape herbicides disrupt this process: triclopyr inhibits soil bacteria that transform ammonia into nitrite; glyphosate reduces the growth and activity of free-living nitrogen-fixing bacteria in soil and 2,4-D reduces nitrogen fixation by the bacteria that live on the roots of bean plants, reduces the growth and activity of nitrogen-fixing blue-green algae, and inhibits the transformation of ammonia into nitrates by soil bacteria. Mycorrhizal fungi grow with the roots of many plants and aid in nutrient uptake. These fungi can also be damaged by herbicides in the soil. Nurturing Nutrient Rich Soil Dr. Berg conducts soil research to optimize the growth of nutrient-rich produce and the well-being of his animals, underscoring his commitment to foundational health principles. Greenhouse innovation Inside the farm’s greenhouse, advanced lighting techniques support nutrient-rich plant growth. Red-spectrum lighting mimics the sun to enhance budding and photosynthesis, while blue-spectrum light boosts phytonutrients—natural compounds that support antioxidant activity and plant resilience. It’s more than just plant care—it’s precision nutrition, from seed to harvest. Turning waste into wellness Nothing goes to waste on Dr. Berg’s farm. Organic matter—like plant trimmings and livestock manure—is composted to create a potent soil amendment that restores fertility and fuels the next generation of crops. To further enrich the soil, biochar (a charcoal-like material made from wood scraps) is added. This natural alternative to perlite improves water retention, increases microbial activity, and stores carbon—making it both sustainable and effective. Smarter water, stronger crops Water conservation is a core principle on the farm. Thanks to biochar’s water-holding capacity, crops require less irrigation—allowing the plants to cope with any stress better and increase nutrient density. Rainwater is also harvested from greenhouse roofs and collected in a nearby pond, where bluegill fish fertilize the water. This nutrient-rich water is then used to irrigate the soil, reducing the need for external inputs. Educating future growers Dr. Berg plans to open the farm to local students and aspiring growers to inspire the next generation of farmers, homesteaders, and gardeners. Through hands-on greenhouse experiences and lessons in sustainable farming, students will learn where their food comes from and how soil health connects to human health. 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