Guide to Free Manures, Mulches and Soil Amendments
In this post we different types of freely available manures, mulches and amendments and our experiences collecting and using them
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Cuba and Agroecology: A Potential Model For Barbados
When most people think of Cuba, 'agricultural pioneer' probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind. Cuba, the largest island nation in the Caribbean, has a had a varied and oftentimes turbulent past which conjures up images of revolution, conflict and cigars. This tumultuous history however, has resulted in a country which has had to find ways to innovate as a means of survival. Agroecological methods have transformed agriculture in Cuba in a positive way which offers potential in the Barbadian context.
How to Plant a Tree
Planting a tree is super simple right? Just dig a hole, drop the tree in, then cover with soil. Boom💥! Done! Well not quite, planting a tree is easy to do, but involves some planning and care to ensure that the tree actually survives and thrives.
Permaculture Backyard Transformation - Part 2
In this post I outline my vision and goals for the backyard space, go into more detail as to what permaculture actually is and begin to apply those principles to the backyard.
Permaculture Backyard Transformation - Part 1
This is Part 1 of the Permaculture Backyard Transformation Project. In this post I describe the current setup of the backyard; including the plants, trees and other interesting features currently present.