Nutrition Matters

Over Easter, I published a three-part feature on key immune strategies to counter Covid-19. I have written hundreds of articles over the years, but the response to this series was

In this final instalment of a three-part offering, I will be discussing phytochemicals (plant-based medicine) and probiotics in relation to immune enhancement. I will also get personal and share details

In this second instalment, we will consider the other key immune-enhancing minerals, along with the most important supportive vitamins. Selenium – The antioxidant, anti-inflammatory liver supporterAustralia and NZ are second only

This article will be published over three parts over the next few days, so be sure to check your emails for the ensuing instalments. In this first segment, I will

Problem solving advice and soil/crop health solutions from our talented team of NTS experts In the brave new world of virus avoidance, farmers are much better placed than most.

I have had a relaxing few weeks away from travel and teaching. However, reality bites and now it is back to my hectic schedule for the rest of 2020. At

** Important message regarding Nutri-Life Platform® at end of this article - scroll to bottom for more info. This year has flashed past so quickly, many are left gasping in the

Imagine a reliable tool to check soil-life counts, monitor microbe brews and differentiate biological inputs. Imagine if you could do this with your mobile phone within ten minutes – it is

In this final installment of a five-part series, Graeme describes the key roles of a trio of more obscure trace minerals. Molybdenum, selenium and cobalt are discussed in terms of

In this fourth segment of this popular interview series, Rob focuses upon questions relative to the human microbiome. Discover what to embrace and what to avoid, if you are seeking

The second part of this interview features some key tips for the management of calcium, boron and silica. It includes some things to avoid for a successful farming operation, and

Robert Craig is a fine farmer and a close friend. His organisational skills and engineering prowess have been of immense value in multiple projects on both farms. In recent weeks,

It is always exciting to discover formulas that prove to be greater than the sum of their parts. The individual components may all have their unique benefits, but when combined,

I suggest to all growers that they invest a little more when soil testing, and check their total phosphorus levels. If you have a history of regular phosphate fertilising, this

Imagine buying a new tractor and discovering six weeks later that it had lost 73% of its value. Contemplate your sense of loss, if weather extremes decimated 3/4 of

Turmeric has been widely prescribed in Ayurvedic medicine for over 4000 years. It has only been in recent years that intensive research has revealed the science behind the remarkable qualities

Paring Down the Plastic – New NTS Drum Recycling Initiative I have never felt comfortable with the plastic pollution associated with our liquid fertiliser drums. As my two farms have progressed

One of the very special sojourns, during my extensive global travels, has been regular visits to the Drakensberg region of South Africa. Here, on one of the wonderful farms, nurtured

Wishing you Health, Happiness and Fulfillment. Another year has flown by, and I am sitting in an English airport about to begin the arduous journey home for Christmas. It has

In the first part of this article, we discussed the nuances of nitrogen, the most misused of all minerals. In this installment, I will continue with our six strategies to