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Top up with quality compost from commercial supplier of reputable quality. approach to water which should be viewed as a finite resource and a blessing. For depleted soils regenerate soil life by sprinkling 1 cup per square meter of Fertilis Earthworm Castings. This is made from pasture fed dairy manure, cleaned and converted to rich humus by special earthworms. Make conscious changes in the way you use water. Growing Health 3. FERTILIZE production areas regularly with a natural balanced fertilizer which replenishes all the nutrients required to grow health. If we expect our plants to flower and produce abundantly we have to give them the food to do so. South Africa is a land of low rainfall and scarce water resources. Plan your farming and choose crops accordingly. Indigenous crops are better adapted to SA’s conditions, and many of the worlds’ best loved plants such as rooibos, geranium, buchu, Proteas and bulbs originate in SA. Food for the Family Ecological growers and farmers should strive to become as self-sustainable as they possibly can. Our modern day quest for health has proven healthy food as the base of good health. organic solutions for In most areas of South Africa, soils are naturally low or deficient in nutrients to ensure long term healthy growth. all your growing needs Even indigenous plants will benefit from a good feed. Not only does food supply us with essential nutrients, vitamins and minerals to build strong bodies, but other components from The organic grower knows that • Fertilizers fresh produce such as enzymes, antioxidants, undernourished plants are vulnerable to fatty acids and fiber liquid) are preserving – essential organic & biological (meal, granular, attack by pests and disease. our health. Freshly picked fruits, vegetables • Pest & Disease Control and herbs are known to contain vastly more Talborne Organics, Vita Certified Organic – non-toxic of these beneficial properties, and nothing Fertilizer Range are the natural alternatives for compares to the flavor of homegrown. organic and ecological growers and farmers. • Services – Produce technical advisory training (organic agroecology) grown & organically on & your own 4. PEST & DISEASE CONTROL farm, plot or garden gives you the assurance Do not spray poisons as they disrupt the food • Water Saving Products that your family’s food is safe and not chain which sustains life in the garden. • Natural Weed contaminated by Control toxins often used i n Proven organic alternative’s to poisons such as commercial growing. Biogrow can assist to control insect outbreaks without disrupting the ecosystem. Garden stock the – Healthy Living COST SAVING – Centre’s SUSTAINABLE SAFETY ASSURANCE – FARMERS & GROWERS Herb range of interesting vegetable and herb 5. USE WATER WISELY VALUE FOR MONEY NO TOXIC RESIDUES NON-POLLUTING seedlings, fruit trees and berries, and a wide Water is a scarce and precious natural range of seeds, organic composts, fertilizers resource, and all life depends on a constant Distributed throughout Africa garden successes and sprays for southern great food supply of pure clean water. and at a fraction of the price of bought enquiries: Sadly we have treated our water sources with Sales produce. contempt as raw sewerage and industrial Tel: 013 933-3172 / 061 454-9632 Ecological growing is a family affair as life skills waste is discharged into rivers and overuse Cell: 079 896 5814 such as caring, responsibility, self reliance and of synthetic fertilizers leach salts and excess Email: [email protected] reward are taught in a natural environment. nutrients into underground water, rivers and dams. Environmental awareness and the wonders Our water sources are sick with pollution and contamination. and love of nature are observed and respected www.talborne.co.za We have to change our own and societies Imagine your impact on the greater good of mankind. AgriKultuur |AgriCulture on your own farm or garden. healthy soil = healthy plants = healthy people 37