Cows are our Friends
In this interesting article, Phyllis looks at the much wider picture in the discussion on cows and the environment, and gets to the heart of the matter. Continue reading Cows are our Friends
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Dairy and Regenerative Agriculture
WATCH: ‘The Story of Dairy’, from the Savory Institute, features stories from the people who are adopting regenerative practises and holistic management to encourage a new, nature-based era in agriculture. Continue reading Dairy and Regenerative Agriculture
The Private Life of Cows
This documentary on cows is part of a farming series that reveals the hidden lives of our farm animals. By spending time with a herd, Jimmy Doherty tries to find answers to many questions, such as how intelligent are cows? How does a cow work out who is the boss? And why are cows so sensitive to sudden movement? Continue reading The Private Life of Cows
Cowpats and Our Ecosystem
It was the first day of July after an early morning frost, the sun was shining brightly and there wasn’t a breath of wind. Sitting on the hilltop of an area just grazed by the cows, I took some time off to sit down and take in the spectacular view. As peaceful as it felt, everything around me exuded life… Continue reading Cowpats and Our Ecosystem
ODPG WEBINAR: Soil, Cows and Carbon
To help make sense of how carbon fits within our farming systems, Phyllis Tichinin – soils consultant, eco-nutritionist and former organic dairy support farmer – will be joining me for this webinar. The main focus will be on the connection between fertiliser applications, pasture qualities, methane emissions and soil carbon. Continue reading ODPG WEBINAR: Soil, Cows and Carbon
WEBINAR: Homeopathy for Autumn
Our ODPG Webinar Series continues with a look at the uses of Homeopathy in the current farming season, with Tracey Simpson from Homeopathic Farm Services. Continue reading WEBINAR: Homeopathy for Autumn
Homeopathy: ODPG 2021 Conference
One of the subjects we’ll be covering at our conference is the use of Homeopathy on the farm and how the nature of the treatment can be explained by physics, with Tracey Simpson of Homeopathic Farm Services. Continue reading Homeopathy: ODPG 2021 Conference
Community Beef Backlash
An urban farm, mainly run by volunteers, has caused a big hubbub in the suburbs by offering up cuts from their cows to the local community. Continue reading Community Beef Backlash
Watch Now: Dr Paul Dettloff’s Workshops on Film
In March last year, Dr Dettloff came to New Zealand and we ran a series of inspirational workshops with him and True Health NZ. Film-maker, Gaylene Barnes, came along to film the workshops, and we’re delighted to let you know that these are now available for ODPG Members to view on our YouTube Channel. Continue reading Watch Now: Dr Paul Dettloff’s Workshops on Film
Sacred Cows of Agriculture
The Sacred Cows of Agriculture by Phyllis Tichinin. An article about fertilisers, soil health and human health . Continue reading Sacred Cows of Agriculture