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An Introduction to Soil Biology - Part 1: The Soil Food Web

Under the soil surface is a world teeming with life that facilitates healthy plants to grow. Joel Williams, Agronomist at Laverstoke Park Laboratory Services, explains the importance of life underground.

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Battered But Not Broken

Despite another poor growing season Billy Clifford, in his annual roundup, reports some good results.

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Keeping up appearances

Offal is making a comeback now that we’re poor again says Gerry Galvin.

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Green Hospitality

Ruth O’Connor examines the eco credentials of some of Ireland’s leading hotels.

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Winter glory

The beauty of the winter garden can be appreciated in the dormant season, says Ciaran Burke.

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In for the long haul

John and Olive Forde tell Cáit Curran why their mixed organic farm is a successful enterprise.

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Education for Sustainability through Organic Food and Farming

Finbarr O’Regan reports on a study visit to Poland where he found schools with a level of awareness on sustainability and organic horticulture that far surpasses that of Irish schools.

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2009 Farm Walks

Mary Lynch reports on the organic farm walks she has attended so far this year.

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A visit to the West Country

Kate O’Dwyer discovered a vibrant culture of organic and artisan enterprises on a recent visit to the West Country in the UK and asks why it can’t be replicated here.

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