Nitrates and Your Health Nitrogen is a critically important building block for proteins, enzymes, vitamins and even DNA but, if oversupplied, there are several associated health issues. There are two forms of nitrogen – ammonium nitrogen and nitrate nitrogen – but it is the nitrate form that can be problematic. When this form of nitrogen is
golf course Golf Without Grief NTS is a pioneer in biological golf course management and there are now many leading clubs around the globe working with these principles. I found it hard to become excited about recreational turf initially, as it seemed a frivolous digression from my work in improving animal and human health via
biological farming A Passion For Healthy Food – Interview with Matt Biggs Norfolk Island is a 10,000 hectare patch of Pacific paradise with rich volcanic soils, idyllic national parks and glorious beaches. The people of this island share the strong sense of community that is so sadly missing elsewhere in this trouble world. There is no imported fresh produce permitted here
biological farming A Problem-Solving Case Study A system dominated by chemical solutions that treat symptoms rather than address root causes is destined to falter at some point. We are seeing this fatal flaw in the current health care crisis. More drugs are prescribed each year, yet degenerative disease continues to grow and our bulging hospitals are
Biological Lawn Bowls – Jeff’s Journey The Bowls Club on Norfolk Island is situated in the main street across from the only shopping mall in town. Jeff Pledger has been the greenkeeper there for nine years and is so passionate about his profession that he happily works seven days a week. Jeff toiled below ground as
biological farming Silica – The Hidden Cost of Chemicals A major mineral is missing in many soils and most soil tests do not even monitor its presence. This mineral can increase stress resistance, boost photosynthesis and chlorophyll content, improve drought resistance, salt tolerance and soil fertility and prevent lodging. It can also reduce insect pressure, frost damage and destructive
Biological Farming Tips for Pre-Planting Re-planting offers a valuable opportunity to create ideal soil conditions for the re-establishment of healthy productive fruit trees, while reducing the financial risks of tree establishment failures. Old orchard soils are often minerally imbalanced and low in organic matter and could contain serious disease organisms. In addition to considerations such
New Film on Sustainable Agriculture & Biological Farming A trailer for a new film currently in development called “We Are What We Eat”. Features a great lineup of speakers including: Charles Walters, Elaine Ingham, Gary Zimmer, Graeme Sait, Allan Savory, Joel Salatin, Malcolm Beck, Mike Amaranthus, Wes Jackson, Arden Anderson, Jeffery Smith, Dr Mae Wan Ho and many
Soil & Leaf Testing – A Critical Step for Profitable Crops If you are a grower who wants to achieve optimum yields, improved plant health and profitability then performing soil and leaf tests at set times throughout the season should be part of your standard farming practice. Growers are increasingly incorporating this into their practices, not only for the crops’ health
biological farming The Impact of Soil Health on Community Health In this fascinating presentation, author and educator, Graeme Sait, chronicles the decline in human nutrition over the past three generations and the powerful link to the current plague of degenerative diseases. He offers a game plan to reclaim this lost vitality utilising cutting-edge soil science research combined with strategies for
Amazing New Skin Product – TamuSkin™ Tamanu Oil is an amazing traditional Melanesian skin care treatment used for centuries in Vanuatu and Tahiti. This ‘miracle oil’ can be used on almost any skin ailment with incredible results. Tamanu Oil has the extraordinary ability to promote the regeneration of new tissue, encouraging rapid repair and the development
biological farming An Holistic Approach to Drought Mitigation Recent climatic conditions have led researchers on a quest for products with drought-mitigation potential. Studies have focussed on solutions involving anti-transpirants, water crystals, evaporation reducing products, wetting agents, and even genetically modified water-efficient crops. In reality, long-term drought mitigation, particularly in the case of commercial farming, lies not in a
'Nutrition Rules!' by Graeme Sait – FREE Sign up for our newsletter and you will receive a free digital copy of Graeme Sait’s highly acclaimed book ‘Nutrition Rules!’, worth over $40. Nutrition Rules! is a 312-page inquiry into the mechanics of what Graeme Sait has dubbed “Nutrition Farming” – a desperately important game plan for the improvement
What is Sustainable Agriculture's Critical Role in Climate Change? Graeme Sait’s latest video blog entry. If you cannot see or play this video, please download the latest version of Adobe Flash Player. Click here.
Self Empowerment in Paradise There are a great many growers who recognise that their current farming practices are not sustainable. They have seen the degradation of their soils and the increased need for fertilisers and farm chemicals. They have often felt discomfort at applying toxic chemicals to their livestock, soils and plants, but above
human health Graeme appears on NZ Television show 'Chatroom'. During a recent New Zealand tour, Graeme was asked to appear on the New Zealand Television show ‘Chatroom’. The interview is split into three parts. Please click the link to be taken to the TVHB website and view this exciting presentation.
GreenplanetFM interviews Graeme Sait on Sustainable Agriculture. This is an interview from GreenplanetFM hosted by holisticliving.co.nz. Hope you enjoy it! Click here for Graeme Sait’s Interview.
biological Reduce Your Farming Costs and Carbon Emissions There has never been more reasons for soil, plant and stock improvement. The prices of fertilisers and farm chemicals have risen astronomically so reductions in chemical use and increases in fertiliser efficiency have never been so well rewarded. The Government’s push to reduce carbon emissions will affect agriculture and
