ICL, White Phosphorus and Gaza war crimes: A Follow-Up
Dr. Russell Sharp revisits previous claims about ICL (formerly Israel Chemicals Limited), clarifying that there is no evidence they manufacture white phosphorus but detailing findings that ICL supplies white phosphorus to the US Army and onward to Israel, who use White Phosphorus against civilian populations.
The episode also examines ICL’s sponsorship ties to an IDF battalion that has been filmed burning greenhouses in Gaza, the high proportion of staff serving in the Israeli military.
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Dr. Russell Sharp examines pseudocereals—non-grass crops like quinoa, amaranth, chia, buckwheat and fat hen—and their potential as hydroponic microgreens.
The episode covers germination experiments, nutritional benefits (reduced phytic acid, increased vitamins) and the promise of microgreens for improving human and animal nutrition worldwide.
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Dr. Russell Sharp explores Revoponics, a rotating vertical hydroponic system installed at Queen's University. He compares it to earlier drum-based designs, explains how the rotating towers can improve harvesting, lighting efficiency and space use, and discusses potential benefits for local food production and research.
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ICL - Fertilisers & War crimes
Dr. Russell Sharp examines claims that ICL (AKA Israel Chemicals Ltd), a major supplier to horticulture and sports turf industries, manufactures white phosphorus used in incendiary munitions reportedly deployed over civilian areas.
The episode outlines the humanitarian concerns raised by UN findings, explains why this matters to growers and industry workers, and invites debate and information from listeners and journalists.
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Scrog Nets & Horizontal Support: Boost Yields Without Stakes
Dr. Russell Sharp explains horizontal netting (scrog nets) for hydroponic growers and how these nets support vines and stems across crops like cannabis, tomatoes, cucumbers, chrysanthemums, and melons.
Learn the benefits—better support, reduced lodging, improved airflow, and easier maintenance—plus practical tips on DIY vs. store-bought nets and when to use horizontal vs. vertical supports.
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