Exploring garlic, nuts and berries

TREE planting and weed whacking has long been synonymous with Landcare. Perhaps less recognised, yet just as focal is the aspect of sustainable production.
People recently came to Krowera from as far as Maffra and Red Hill to learn about growing organic and biodynamic garlic.
Peter Tacey and Carol Farrar of Middle Earth Herbs at Krowera provided insight into the challenges and returns of growing garlic.
On Sunday, May 24 blueberry and hazelnut farming generated a great deal of interest with a large turn out to Ameys Track Blueberries.
The farm is owned and operated by Ian and Chris Sandiford.
The Sandifords have been at their Foster North property for 35 years. The rich soils of Foster North, with a pH of five, are well suited to blueberry production. Plenty of water, sunlight and protection from wind are other key factors.
Members of the Tarwin Valley Landcare group made the most of the autumn sunshine on Sunday, May 24 at a barbecue and plant giveaway to members of the group.
Plants were propagated and grown by group president Mick Stuart at his Stony Creek property.

Interest in alternative: South Gippsland Landcare Network held two field days recently; one on growing garlic and another on growing blueberries and hazelnuts. Both were well attended.

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