Organic. It’s a loaded word, isn’t it? Probably to some of you, it means very little, like free-range, grass fed, or natural, just a marketing tactic. To others, such as organic farmers and gardeners like myself, it means everything! It’s the intention to do the best for the earth, to work within the ecosystem, and to leave the land better than where it started. There are 4 principles that organic growing is based on, which I think offer guidance on how to make your garden organic.
Continue ReadingThere are various methods to harvest marine phytoplankton. At MARPHYL Marine Phytoplankton, we implement a natural, wild, and sustainable approach. First, ocean water is pumped from the deeps of the Georgia Strait into tanks located on shore next to the...
Continue ReadingWhile there is reason to be alarmed about the health and survival of many species of insects and pollinators there is also reason to be optimistic. While monoculture and chemical dependent farms continue their destructive practices gardeners are playing an...
Continue ReadingFor many people, a lawn is the first thing that comes to mind when they picture the perfect garden. Idyllic expanses of lush green turf seem to have always been shown as the ultimate status symbol to show off to...
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