This article by Philippa Jamieson for Organic NZ magazine features farming couple, George and Bronnie Stevenson (ODPG members) who run the successful Lindhurst Organics. She talks to them about their motivation for farming organically on their sheep and beef farm, and the role animals play in a world where the climate is changing. Continue reading Organic Motivations
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
In New Zealand Biodynamics (BD) has a large following of both small and large scale farmers. Steiner’s biodynamic preps used to balance food producing soils are in sharp contrast to the synthetic fertilizers that have damaged our planet. His methods are simple, cheap and proven to be very successful by his followers. Continue reading ODPG Webinar: Biodynamics Takes Centre Stage
A recent article from RNZ brings the welcome news that more and more farmers are switching to organic fertilisers with an eye to the environment. If you’re thinking of switching, check out our list of suppliers. Continue reading Looking to Switch to Organic Fertilisers?
Firstly, do not start if your heart and soul is not in it… Continue reading How to Start Regenerative Agriculture
This article – ‘Grow Roots to put Soil Microbes to Work’ – from the Rodale Institute with Soil Ecologist Francesca Cotrufo (Ph.D) provides a great explanation of the role of microbes and roots in the sequestration of carbon in soil. Continue reading Microbes and the Soil Carbon Cycle
Humates is a relative newcomer to the fertiliser scene here in New Zealand. It is one of earth’s natural resources being added to our planet’s surface after being buried for millennia. These ancient burial grounds are providing ‘black gold’ for our land. Join us on Wednesday to find out more! Continue reading WEBINAR: The Importance of Humates
A maggot farm set up by a University of Auckland student in India is processing 200 kilos of food waste a day and turning it into fertiliser and chicken feed. Continue reading Processing Food Waste the Wriggly Way
How is soil quality affected by manure, compared with inorganic fertiliser? This study at the University of Wisconsin aimed to find out. Continue reading Study: Manure is the Lifeblood of Soil
The Sacred Cows of Agriculture by Phyllis Tichinin. An article about fertilisers, soil health and human health . Continue reading Sacred Cows of Agriculture