For me it was all about the taste. Why do you grow your own food? Here is a study that looked at nutrient loss from UC Davis.

I’m getting ready to put together my new raised garden bed. Planning on filling the bottom with some branches and leaves. I’m unsure if I should use some of my old soil from my existing bed or start fresh. I’d like to purchase compost. Where is a good source?

I was thinking about doing some raised beds just to make it easier for my back has anybody on here done that and if you have could you please post some pictures and ideas especially if it's a DIY yourself build which is what I'd really like to do thank you

Here are some of the living soil critters that you need in your soil. Bacteria Feeding Nematode, Omnivore Nematode, Springtail, Testate Amoeba