SCALE does matter. Organic farming delivers the goods.
Defra has announced the closure of the Organic Conversion Information Service when the present contract expires at the end of March 2011
Conference to debate CAP Reform, ethical food marketing and innovations in farming practice
A review paper published this month (Mar 2011) found “overwhelming” evidence that diverse plant communities are more productive than simple monocultures.
The IFOAM EU group has published a new dossier “ORGANIC FOOD AND FARMING: A system approach to meet the sustainability challenge”. ORC’s Susanne Padel and Nic Lampkin” contributed the introduction chapter
In a year which has seen many overwintering sprouting broccoli crops fall victim to harsh winter conditions, the sprouting broccoli field at Wakelyns Agroforestry in Suffolk offers a visual feast: an array of multicoloured plants with an intriguing history. This is a trial which could open new doors for growers.
A workshop to demonstrate basic pruning and management techniques
How can farmers enhance soil life? Will improved management of the soil ecosystem benefit farmers?
How can farmers enhance soil life? Will improved management of the soil ecosystem benefit farmers?
If you are a producer you can now take part in our short online survey on the extent to which UK producers currently use the woody components on their land.
