Living soil: An holistic perspective
01 July Schumacher College, The Old Postern, Dartington, Totnes, Devon TQ9 6EA This course is for anyone wishing to understand the alchemy of soil and the pivotal role the soil ecosystem plays in the balance of nature. There will be practical and experiential soil sampling and ... |
Introduction to organic growing
06 July Valerie's Veggies and Plants, Feliz, Ginns Road, Stocking Pelham, Herts SG9 0JD Suitable for those starting to grow veg, fruit or garden plants in a garden, allotment, or on a patio or balcony. Provides an overview of organic practices and how these differ from non-organic. Cove... |
Creating fertile soil - the organic way
13 July Valerie's Veggies and Plants, Feliz, Ginns Road, Stocking Pelham, Herts SG9 0JD A fertile and healthy soil is the priority for organic growers. This course covers the basic techniques for achieving this and compares organic with non-organic methods. Also provides the basic knowl... |
Organic growing and tasting weekend
13 July Troed y Rhiw Farm, Llwyndafydd, Llandysul, Ceredigion SA44 6BY Learn about the principles of organic growing and our increasing need for sustainable agricultural practice in a post-peak oil economic landscape. Using the farm as a working classroom, you will be i... |
Grow your own: Summer gardening
19 July Daylesford Farm, near Kingham, Gloucestershire GL56 0YG Are you new to vegetable growing? Or perhaps you want to take on a new allotment, grow new crops and varieties, or take your skills to another level... High Summer: Utilising spare growing space to e... |
Weed and pest control within the organic regime
20 July Valerie's Veggies and Plants, Feliz, Ginns Road, Stocking Pelham, Herts SG9 0JD With a changing climate, this can be a challenging task. This course includes theory and demonstrations of a range of techniques used by organic growers. A basic knowledge of organic methods will enh... |
An introduction to scything
16 August Daylesford Farm, near Kingham, Gloucestershire GL56 0YG This one day course is run by countryman Clive Leake, who provides all the necessary instruction on how to set up the scythe, choice of blades for your specific application, sharpening, technique and... |
Saving seeds
12 September Brocton Leys, Stafford, ST17 0TR Exploring the importance of saving your own seed and which methods to use to be successful. The winter course consists of 9 weeks of classes from 10am until 1pm (1 day a week). Payment of £150.00 for... |
Soil
19 September Brocton Leys, Stafford, ST17 0TR Researching basic soil science together with a management programme to improve the soil so as to grow healthy and productive crops. The winter course consists of 9 weeks of classes from 10am until 1p... |
Grow your own: Autumn gardening
20 September Daylesford Farm, near Kingham, Gloucestershire GL56 0YG Are you new to vegetable growing? Or perhaps you want to take on a new allotment. grow new crops and varieties, or take your skills to another level.. Autumn: Planning leaf vegetables and a winter gl... |
Organic growing and tasting weekend
21 September Troed y Rhiw Farm, Llwyndafydd, Llandysul, Ceredigion SA44 6BY Learn about the principles of organic growing and our increasing need for sustainable agricultural practice in a post-peak oil economic landscape. Using the farm as a working classroom, you will be i... |
Mulching and green manures
26 September Brocton Leys, Stafford, ST17 0TR Looking at the importance of incorporating green manures and mulches into an organic vegetable growing system. The winter course consists of 9 weeks of classes from 10am until 1pm (1 day a week). Pay... |