Events - Tolhurst Organic

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Mon
20
Jul
2015

Improving Soil Fertility, Using Wood Chip Compost
10:30 - 14:00Walled Garden at Hardwick Estate
An inspiring talk, farm walk and networking opportunity for interested growers, farmers, gardeners, students and all folk interested in Soils.

Due to popular demand, this is a chance for all those who wish to visit our farm and have a structured conversation with Iain Tolhurst and other like-minded people. Subjects such as soil fertility, rotations, green manures, weed and pest control will be tackled. By registration only. £25.00/person + VAT including hearty organic home-made lunch with seasonal farm vegetables. Limited places available, so sign up here and let us know how many people are coming. Booking open until 13 July.

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Improving Soil Fertility, Using Wood Chip Compost

An inspiring talk, farm walk and networking opportunity for interested growers, farmers, gardeners, students and all folk interested in Soils.

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