Are you looking for a simple way to make Korean Natural Farming’s Fermented Plant Juice? Then, this guide is for you. Fermented Plant Juice (FPJ) is a microbe-rich, botanical extract made by fermenting plant materials. In Korean Natural Farming, FPJ is primarily used as liquid fertilizer and as a probiotic, sanitizer, and component in various … Read more
We came across some subtle differences between organic and natural farming while researching agricultural techniques for our project. Organic farming is an input-based system guided by specific principles and regulations. It uses various amendments to improve soil fertility. In contrast, natural farming advocates using locally-sourced materials to create necessary agricultural inputs. We were surprised to … Read more
Imagine an agricultural system that requires no chemical or costly external inputs yet produces various products from fruits, nuts, vegetables, and medicinal herbs. Sounds good? Welcome to Zero Budget Natural Farming. It can be a challenge to get information about Zero Budget Natural Farming if you are just starting out. However, don’t let that discourage … Read more
A food forest, also known as a forest garden, is a nature-inspired food production system where various fruits, vegetables, and vegetation grow together. This results in a diverse, highly productive, sustainable ecosystem. Remnants of ancient food forests exist in Central and South America, with centuries-old forest gardens still maintained in India and other parts of … Read more
I first learned about JADAM Natural Pesticides while seeking a way to control an infestation of Aphids in my garden. At the time, I was not yet acquainted with JADAM Organic Farming. Still, I was intrigued by the prospect of making my own Ultra-Low-Cost Agricultural inputs at home. While most of the JADAM Recipes were … Read more
During my farm tour, a visitor pointed to a purslane plant and asked me if it was edible. Before I could respond, he was already sampling the leaves. At the time, I did not know much about edible weeds. Thankfully, it was a Common Purslane, and he was delighted by the taste. However, this encouraged … Read more
Most people consider Mimosa Pudica a pesky weed with sharp thorns that prick your feet as you pass. In contrast, others collect it as an entertaining ornamental. However, there is so much more to this plant! Mimosa Pudica is a creeping, leguminous plant native to the Caribbean and the Americas but is now grown internationally. … Read more
