Sustainability in a macadamia orchard. Episode 47
Description
'Low Input Sustainable Agriculture' (LISA) focuses on holistic farming practices that prioritise soil health to promote healthy plant growth. By adopting this approach, and increasing biodiversity with cover crops, such as sunflowers and hemp, farmers can create significant benefits for the ecosystem.
In this episode, self-proclaimed regenerative farmer and macadamia grower, Ross Arnett, explains his approach to LISA, and shares the simple, yet effective, practices he has implemented into his orchard in New South Wales.
Access episode webpage: https://www.nutsforlife.com.au/resource/episode-47-sustainability-in-a-macadamia-orchard/
About today’s guest
Ross Arnett is a macadamia grower from northern New South Wales. His farm - Malua – on the Alstonville Plateau has been in his family since 1872, and features a 10-hectare macadamia orchard.
Ross is happy to call himself a regenerative farmer and is constantly looking for kinder ways to grow macadamias. Drawing on guidance from mentors, he has continually refined his approach to low input sustainable agriculture, to minimise off-farm inputs and reduce his carbon footprint.
Supporting resources
Australian Macadamias – Sustainable approach
https://www.australian-macadamias.org/consumer/sustainability/
Australian Macadamias recipes
https://www.australian-macadamias.org/consumer/recipes/
Nuts for Life - Sustainability Hub
https://www.nutsforlife.com.au/sustainability/
Nuts for Life recipes
https://www.nutsforlife.com.au/cooking-with-nuts/
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