A tale of berries and regulation woe

I’m sure many of you would have heard news about the proposed increase to limits of pesticides on berry crops in Australia. In Australia, the ‘Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority’ (APVMA) are the regulatory body that manages the chemicals used in agriculture and therefore our food. The APVMA are considering increasing the ‘maximum residue […]

How to start your own organic food garden

Is there anything better than eating a fresh grown strawberry whilst standing in your own garden? Growing your own herbs, fruit and vegetables is not only a healthy and rewarding activity but think about the long-term benefits of saving the amount of money you spend on groceries. By growing your own produce you can be […]