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The comics starts with questions to serve as GUIDE TO CONSCIENTIOUS FARMING:
What happens to the land?
What happens to the food it produces?
What happens to the people who eat it?
What will eventually happen to the communities?
The publication explains to farmers the Difference Between Chemical and Organic Farming, Crop Differences Between Chemical Farming and Organic Farming, Health and Social Differences, Economic Differences and the Myths and Realities of Organic Farming. This comics also serves as an educational material to promote the benefits of organic farming compared to the synthetic chemical-based farming. The publication was supported by the Australian Government (AusAID) and the Foundation for Sustainable Society Inc.
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February 6, 2012 (11:51) Caretaker problema ko rin po iyon dahil it used to be that one trying hydroponics must by the material ingredients by volume - not inexpensive for a hobbyist. I wish today there are already pre mixed solutions for use.
February 6, 2012 (11:48) Caretaker Why do you want the castings verified? for what? Thank you.
January 31, 2012 (7:04) Video hi max, sorry I am still working on that section. Only one video has been uploaded so far. Just hover on the video heading and you will see a dropdown.
January 31, 2012 (6:13) Video Where is the video? What were flashing were the advertisements.
January 30, 2012 (1:11) Things to Consider When Buying a Farm Estate Perhaps three of four retiring executives will buy a piece of land, divide it among themselves in proportion to a share in the cost. Then hire one caretaker and then go to the farm together in just one vehicle. Perhaps a rest house can be in the center where kamote can be grilled and coffee...
January 30, 2012 (1:05) Things to Consider When Buying a Farm Estate Two very important item not discussed are the size and the price per square meter. I would say for a retiree, the size should be enough fit for his desired activities. And it would be balanced by the price per square meter. If the retiree is in Metro Manila, he may want to be in his f...
January 11, 2012 (9:42) Atis - Anona Squamosa Linn. how can i get the full article?
January 4, 2012 (9:30) Caretaker hi armand, you have a big volume of vermicast.. where is your farm?..