Agricology Blog

Should we plough and if so how deep? Mark Measures shares some key learnings from recent research projects and long term trials.

Hugh Blogg introduces the Soil Association’s Carbon Assets for Soil Health (CASH) project, which aspires to create a UK-wide picture on soil carbon level.

Ben Raskin explained the benefits of mulching around trees, outlining the pros and cons of different materials.

Agricology and the University of Reading are conducting a project to research how effective videos and podcasts are as tools to learn about farming practices.

Emma Hague asks why are food and fibre systems not generally considered within the same systems and conversations, and what can be done to develop a more holistic approach.

Jez Taylor, head of the diverse Daylesford market garden, talks to us about managing the greenfly on the roses they supply to the florists.

Tim Field explains how to establish and manage a wildflower meadow to support a multitude of native species from butterflies to migrating birds.

Tim Field talks about how the wetland at Daylesford has been transformed over the last 13 years into a flood meadow that has become a haven for biodiversity.

Lawrence Woodward introduces a survey aimed at learning more about farmer's knowledge of natural and alternative livestock health practices and treatments.

Tim Field speaks to Colin Tudge and Ruth West, co-founders of The Campaign for Real Farming and organisers of the annual Oxford Real Farming Conference.

A short Agricology video reflecting on the stoic efforts nationwide of all those who care for livestock and crops.

Jez Taylor, head of Daylesford market garden, shares his top tips and secret recipe for making compost.