The Spelt Project 1, July 2014 | Page 37

GATHERING THE MACHINERY Meanwhile, the last few weeks of April into May saw a massive logistical push to gather the machines needed for the season. One Saturday morning we plucked a plough from a paddock near Nabawa using Craig’s truck and crane, which he kindly volunteered with his and son Lewis’ labour thrown in. Donated by a friendly farmer, the plough needed work and was hauled back to a site at Yanget to await repairs. From left to right: Craig, Bill, Geoff and Lewis contemplate weights 35