Soil Science
Building soil that holds water and feeds plants through the season, from seed-raising mix to biofumigation.
Herbicide Residue in Manure, Straw and Bought Compost
Cupped, twisted, fern-like new growth after a load of manure, compost or straw usually means a persistent pasture herbicide came with it. Here is how to recognise it, how to test the next load in pots of pea seed, and what to do with a bed that is already affected.