Hi Everyone,

Welcome back to another episode of the ‘How to Do It’ video series. This week we’re diving into the fascinating world of weeds—not as pests, but as powerful soil indicators!

Today, we take you on a journey through an unfarmed section of our Nutrition Farm in Applethorpe, where we’ll uncover what these plants are really telling us about soil health, nutrient balance, and environmental conditions. Again this is complemented by the insights of agronomist/consultant Adam Coates who produces these videos, on another farm near Kyogle NSW.

Weeds are not just random intruders—they’re nature’s response to specific soil conditions. Some seeds can lie dormant for over 70 years, waiting for just the right moment to emerge. Instead of fighting them, what if we learned to read their signals and use them to improve soil health?

Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode:

🌱 Weeds Tell a Story – Whether it’s nutrient deficiencies, compaction, or grazing pressure, weeds reveal exactly what’s happening underground.

🌱 The Five Functional Groups of Weeds – From deep tap-rooted weeds like dandelion that break up compaction, to stabilizing weeds like chickweed, protecting the soil from erosion—each type has a role.

🌱 Smart Weed Management – Learn how to replace problem weeds with profitable crops, increase biodiversity, and even use microbial inoculants like BAM/EM to trigger mass weed germination—depleting the weed seed bank for good!

This episode is all about working with nature rather than against it. If you’re serious about regenerative agriculture, understanding weeds is a game-changer. I hope you gain something of value from this offering.

Happy Nutrition Farming!

Warm regards,

Graeme Sait

CEO

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Certificate in Nutrition Farming

Our next iconic, five-day Certificate in Nutrition Farming® course is scheduled for Monday, 24th - Friday, March 28th, 2025.

Our last course was attended by growers and consultants from six countries. It was a wonderful learning opportunity where attendees enjoyed a wealth of education and inspiration from both our presenters and their fellow attendees. We only accept 40 bookings for these courses, so please register if you would like to attend.