A lot of folks swear by the pooey goodness of compost tea made with worm castings or bat guano. Is there a difference in the nutrient value of worm poo versus bat droppings? That all depends. The secret lies in what they are eating. What goes in will at some point come out, and diet has a great deal to do with whether the composted manure in question will be good for nitrogen, potassium or phosphorus boosting. Forage animals will all have manures that are nitrogen rich, but worms and bats have Read more [...]

First of all, it depends on an individual's interpretation of what 'organic food' really means. To the average consumer it translates to being raised gently and naturally without any scary insecticides, hormones, antibiotics or pesticides. Organic produce does not have to be 'natural,' it can be genetically modified or filled with additives. The knowledge of what actually allows food to qualify to be labeled 'certified organic' has many variations on a regulatory level. Being labeled 'natural' Read more [...]

Looking for a one size fits all solution to hydroponic nutrients? Well, you've definitely come to the right place, because around here we tell it like it is. There is absolutely no such thing outside of Eutopia. You can't base your plant's nutrition on some wonder diet. There are just far too many variables between the water you personally have available and your crop's needs. Additionally, different plants you might want to grow could have unique needs. So, as a small plot farmer, you need to learn Read more [...]

Every article in the news that deals with hydroponics, beyond the latest marijuana grower bust, states that hydroponics is the practice of growing plants without soil using water and nutrients. It would be difficult to become even remotely interested in this form of indoor gardening to be surprised over needing them. Understanding what they are and how to use them properly will take some investigation and study. Like all living things, a proper diet results in the best strength and vigor from Read more [...]