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An introduction to the ODPG; a network of farmers who manage organic dairy and pastoral farms. Join us to gain access to resources, workshops, advice and support, and we’ll help you get the best out of your farm. Continue reading An Introduction to ODPG
In this presentation from the ODPG Conference, Walter Jehne looks at how Organic and Regenerative principles restore soil function, restore the filtering of nutrients, restore soil carbon and restore water storage; all of which mitigate and reverse Climate Change. Continue reading Walter Jehne: ODPG Conference Presentation
We’ve reduced the price of our Farm Membership as we enter the second half of 2020. If you haven’t already, now is the time to take advantage of our membership benefits: Continue reading Reduced Membership Fee for the Remainder of 2020
“Chemical firm Bayer is to pay up to $10.9bn (£8.8bn) to settle cancer claims linked to its Roundup weedkiller. The glyphosate-based product has been subject to about 125,000 lawsuits over its allegedly carcinogenic effects.” Continue reading Bayer’s $10.9bn Roundup Settlement
Plant Health for both Disease Supression and Human Health Nigel Greenwood, a regenerative cropping farmer who likes a challenge, talks about how his own experience with phosphate poisoning encouraged him to find a better way of farming, and the methods … Continue reading Nigel Greenwood: ODPG Conference Presentation
The controversial Organic Products Bill, which proposes one standard for certification controlled by MPI, is currently with the Select Committee after a First Reading and following Submissions. Continue reading Opinions on the Organic Products Bill
Prof. Heinemann starts his presentation talking about two pandemics – Covid-19 and the decades-old rise of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria. The full impact of the latter is unknown and there is no system in place to track antibiotic resistance globally. Continue reading Prof. Jack Heinemann: ODPG Conference Presentation
Peter Barrett discusses the subject of Cover Crops – keeping something green growing in the ground all year round – and all the benefits that come with them. Continue reading Peter Barrett: ODPG Conference Presentation
In this presentation, Peter Fraser, who was also our conference MC, tackles the challenging subject of the future of animal agriculture with his economic analyst’s hat on. He looks at key implications of the recent Food and Agriculture report by RethinkX, which examines the possibility that food engineering will one day replace the demand for animal products. Continue reading Peter Fraser: ODPG Conference Presentation
Jono Frew from Quorum Sense is off to a flying start as he cartwheels into his presentation! He talks about his journey into regenerative farming and the social and mental benefits that come with it. He believes that the regenerative approach not only positively impacts the farm, but also improves the quality of life. Continue reading Jono Frew: ODPG Conference Presentation
Phyllis Tichinin, soils consultant, eco-nutritionist and former organic dairy support farmer, takes a look at soil aggregation, an important aspect of soil function and health, and shows us how it works. Don’t miss the interesting demonstration she uses to prove her point in her presentation ‘Soil Aggregation Made Sexy: Biology vs Water Power’ Continue reading Phyllis Tichinin: ODPG Conference Presentation