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143 guidesHolistic Rotational Grazing
Introduction to Holistic Grazing Holistic grazing is a land management approach and agricultural practice that aims to mimic the natural movement and grazing patterns of large herds of animals in order to restore and improve the health of ecosystems and agricultural lands. It was popularized by Allan Savory, a Zimbabwean ecologist and farmer, who developed […]
Mobile Electric Camp/Paddock for mob grazing
Building small mobile enclosures with electric fences for mob grazing can be a practical and effective way to manage livestock rotation without the need for a herder. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to create such enclosures: Materials Needed: Step-by-Step Process: Remember that electric fences are effective when properly installed and maintained. Ensure the electric […]
Compost
Plants need food, just like animals do. To have a productive farm, you need to focus on feeding the soil in which the plants grow. Luckily we can make our own plant food cheaply with compost, worms and mulch. In this document we focus on compost. Especially in the desert where you don’t have great […]
Growing cucumbers in Namibia: beds, trellises and harvest
Cucumbers can provide a regular fresh harvest from a bed, container or reachable trellis. Choose the variety, water supply and support together, then follow the crop through flowering, picking and seed saving. A compact growing space still needs a dependable root zone and daily attention during heavy harvest.
Mulch
What is mulch? Let’s talk about mulching, which is a helpful gardening technique that you might find quite interesting. Imagine you have a beautiful garden with some plants growing in the soil. Now, mulching is like giving your garden a cozy and protective blanket. Just like you cover yourself with a warm blanket to feel […]
Commercial Aquaponics
You can build a commercial aquaponics system as a business. It allows you to produce a lot of fresh vegetables in a small space close to your markets, best near a larger town or city. Commercial aquaponics is a modern and innovative farming method that combines aquaculture (fish farming) with hydroponics (growing plants without soil). […]
Aquaponics – possible issues and diseases
Let’s explore some possible issues and diseases that can occur in aquaponics. Remember, while aquaponics is an exciting and sustainable farming method, it requires attention, care, and regular monitoring to keep it running smoothly. By staying observant and addressing any issues promptly, you can overcome these challenges and have a successful and rewarding aquaponics experience! […]
Simple Aquaponics
Simple Aquaponics is a very simple system which anyone can afford. It uses very little water and can produce a lot of vegetables and fish. The fish poo in the water, and the poo is food for the plants. The plants clean the water and it flows back to the fish. There are two types: […]
Seed Sprout Fodder System
(This article needs some cleaning up – there are duplications and some sections could be structured better – if you have time, please reach out and help us improve this article) Intensive Sheep Production Using Barley Sprout Fodder: Process of Barley Sprout Fodder Production: Benefits of Intensive Sheep Production using Barley Sprout Fodder: Potential Problems […]
Fish feed
We can grow all our own fish food. Feeding fish in an aquaponics system is a critical part of keeping them healthy and happy. There are various ways to feed fish, including using homegrown fish feed options. Let’s explore some of these methods: Remember these tips when feeding your fish in an aquaponics system: Using […]
Duckponics
Duckponics, also known as “Aquaponics with Ducks” or “Duck-Aquaponics,” is a system that combines aquaponics and duck farming. It’s a sustainable and efficient way to grow both fish and plants while utilizing the natural behaviors of ducks. Let’s explore how duckponics works: 1. Aquaponics System: 2. Duck Pond: 3. Nutrient Recycling: 4. Duck Manure as […]
Companion planting
Companion planting is a cool gardening technique where we grow different plants together to help each other out. It’s like being good friends with your plants! Let me break it down for you: What is Companion Planting? Companion planting is all about choosing specific plants to grow next to each other because they have positive […]