MIXED FARMING | HILLANDALE
The search for a solution led them to nematodes in the soil, which were damaging the roots. According to Roy, there was no easy cure apart from a strict rotation system.
“ We now plant eragrostis pastures for our sheep in winter to complete the rotation. We also treated the soil with prenematode products and put microbes into the soil to build it up.”
“ Another concern was that, if coriander failed completely, the business did not have enough strong substitutes to carry it. Other vegetables planted outside were vulnerable to rain and hail, and one bad weather event could mean losing three weeks’ production.”
Most of the packing activity takes place in the packing shed.
JUL 2026 GROND TOT MOND 101