Natural Sequence Farming

Hi Duane I was wondering whether Peter had any ideas on how to appoach slashing and mulching in this new era of expensive fuel. As the cost of fuel keeps escalating the ability to run the slasher as often will likely decrease if not stop. The alternatives besides manual labour would be to use animal...

The only drawback with white cedar is the caterpillar plague they can sometimes get, which can totally defoliate them. I forget which moth or butterfly it is from but the way to address the problem is to wrap a heshan bag around the base of the tree over night. the caterpillars will go under the bag...

Looking forward to hearing it. The seeds that Ron kindly sent me are planted in seed raising mix, so hopefully I will be seeing some popping their heads up soon.

Nik

white cedar grows naturally in this area so it shouldn't be a problem. thanks for your warning.

Looking forward to it. Will keep you posted

Nik

Hi Duane

An excellent suggestion. Quick growing tree too. I would be interested in getting seeds.

many thanks

Nik

Would anyone have any other plant species recommendations for plants that will do the same functions as willows for the northern rivers area. the willows that grow on my place don't seem to do very well (too hot?). Or should I be looking for a particular species of willow? Or would they be suffering...