Perspectives On Soils
What Is Biodynamics?
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Part One – Honey Bee Species: Mellifera, Cerana, Dorsata, and Florea
Introduction I am halfway through a traditional beekeeping course as part of my deep dive into beekeeping over the last year. It is a standardised beekeeping course, that you find in most towns...
In February 2024, I attended the 100th biodynamic conference at the Goetheanum in Dornach, Switzerland. Here, biodynamic farmers, educators, winemakers, community leaders, and growers met to share...
Four short poems that I have written in anticipation of Spring, the snowdrops now stand, and the days are getting longer still. Market Garden The florist cuts her flowers As the dawn breathes...
Biodynamics is a regenerative form of agriculture, which prioritises soil health. It could be said that we are not growing plants but growing soil. A healthy soil is abundant in life. Plant roots...
This Spring, I took responsibility for the honey bees colonies at Ruskin Mill. Prior to this I caught a couple of swarms last year with my colleague Tim, and he kindly initiated me into the ways of...
Research: Biodynamic Preparation Stirring Area In The Valley
Research Project Arising From Practice I have documented the progress of the stirring area here - Building A Preparation Stirring Area. I have been researching and constructing the stirring area...