In recent years, a trend for no-dig agriculture has reared its head. Dubbed “lazy gardening” by some, and “efficient, effective and environmentally friendly” by others – it’s something we felt needed investigating. Can it perhaps be all of the above combined? So what is no-dig agriculture? In simple terms, no-dig is a method of growing […]
We visited Ann in Kenya on a hot, sunny day during the dry season to see how she was putting her Futurepump SF2 solar water pump to work […]
Treat your soil right and you will be rewarded with happy and healthy crops. First, what is your soil type: is it clay, loam, or mostly sand? […]
Did you know that there are some really simple, effective and cheap ways to use your irrigation water more efficiently? […]
Identify the seedlings which you’ll leave in the soil and thin the rest. Look for the most compact, leafy plants with the thickest stems. […]
Strong winds can damage and kill your plants, suck moisture away from your land, and even degrade top soil as your latest nutrients are whisked away by the air itself. […]
If you are using a water source on or near your land, make sure that you monitor the water levels and have the correct permission to access it. […]
Peter is a solar water pump farmer of a four-acre commercial farm near Nakuru, Kenya. Peter gave us a tour of his amazing shamba (farm), including the new borehole and water pan he is installing to improve irrigation outcomes across his whole farm. […]
To choose a solar pump you need to understand what the manufacturer’s datasheet means and what your specific farm requirements are […]
Hear from Matthew how solar irrigation has benefitted his farm. Including less work, more income, and expanding his farm! […]
No matter what type of farm you have, we guarantee that there will be ways you can make your irrigation more efficient and easier for you. […]
No matter what type of farm you have, we guarantee that there will be ways you can make your irrigation more efficient and easier for you. […]
No matter what type of farm you have, we guarantee that there will be ways you can make your irrigation more efficient and easier for you. […]
No matter what type of farm you have, we guarantee that there will be ways you can make your irrigation more efficient and easier for you. […]
There are several things to consider when transforming your farm into a business. Here are some steps which will help you reach your goal. […]
Anyone who owns a petrol pump will know how expensive fuel can be! Once you’re clued up on how much you’re spending, it’s time to think again […]
4 farm water efficiency ideas to harness the weather and mitigate against climate impacts on your small farm. […]
Record keeping is as essential on small farms as big ones. Quick notes can help you make important decisions, track progress and profit. […]
Record keeping is as essential on small farms as big ones. Quick notes can help you make important decisions, track progress and profit. […]
Record keeping is as essential on small farms as big ones. Quick notes can help you make important decisions, track progress and profit. […]