Growing Paradise: The Man Who Created Tropical Utah: Interview with Chad Midgley

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Meet Chad Midgley, the innovative farmer who's revolutionizing cold-climate agriculture by growing citrus, figs, and pomegranates in snowy Utah - without spending a dime on heating. In this eye-opening episode, Chad shares his decade-long journey creating self-heating "Hobbit greenhouses" that transform ordinary backyards into year-round tropical paradises.

Learn how this Disneyland enthusiast turned agricultural innovator uses simple, off-grid techniques to:

• Grow 15-foot citrus trees in snow country
• Produce thousands of dollars worth of peaches from just one greenhouses
• Create self-sustaining food forests using perennial systems
• Build cost-effective greenhouses using recycled materials
• Maintain thriving crops with minimal maintenance

Chad's practical wisdom and creative solutions prove that anyone, anywhere can grow their own food year-round. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this episode offers game-changing insights into sustainable food production and agricultural independence.

Plus, get a sneak peek at his new "100 Hobbit greenhouse" design that promises to revolutionize home food production for everyone from apartment dwellers to small farmers.

As Chad says, "We need more neighborhood farms and less neighborhood supermarkets." This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in food security, sustainable living, or creating their own backyard paradise.

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