ALTERNATIVE FARMING

Starting out in olives

Below is a list of the most frequently asked questions of small and hobby farmer's who want to start farming olives.

What are the best varieties?

This is just about the hardest question of the lot. There are literally hundreds of different species of olive tree out there ... or more precisely, hundreds of varieties of Oliva europa, the European Olive.

Worm Farming: An Introduction for the Small Farmer

The Worms Role

Small farmers can use compost worm's to reduce organic garden and kitchen waste, whilst also minimising dependence on artificial fertilisers. A worm farm is an ideal enterprise for a small farm as it only takes up a small area. Worms in the worm farm consume organic matter as they move through the bedding material.

Introducing Aquaponics to the Small Farmer

Small Farmer's Guide to Beekeeping

 If you are new to keeping bees, this information will help answer some of the most important questions before you start.

Farming Lavender On a Small Scale

Background to Lavender Farming

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