Soil Foodweb Microscope Course

Chaos Springs Seminars and Workshops 2011

Chaos Springs is a mixed cropping farm running animal, fruit and vegetable production systems. In addition we produce high quality compost, and soil management systems for sound biological agriculture. Each year we hold a series of seminars and workshops at our farm and in conjunction with the Katikati Resource Centre. Below is the schedule of events for this year. Registration is required for all sessions; please contact us for more information.

 

The Soil Foodweb Microscope Course October 12 2011

This is a practical workshop to give participants the skills to do qualitative assessments of composts, compost teas and soils. The course will include identification of organism groups, bacteria, fungi, protozoa and nematodes.

 

Course tutor Cherryle Prew – Director Soil Foodweb International

Location Chaos Springs Farm – 131 Deam Road - Waihi

Time 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

Cost $100.00

Worm Farming and Compost Making November 8 2011

Worm farming and compost making are the most fundamental of all agricultural management techniques. Although the principles behind composting systems are easy to understand, good management is essential to produce high quality vermicast and compost. This course will cover the basics of setting up worm farming and composting systems, their management, recipes and the use of the final products.

Course tutor Nicole Masters – Soil Goddess - Integrity Soils

Location Chaos Springs Farm- 131 Deam Road - Waihi

Time 9:30 am – 2:00 pm

Cost $40.00

Making, Using and Understanding Plant Extracts January 24, 2012

This course is designed to give you a working understanding of the different species of plants on your farm and in your garden. We will cover plant identification, plant interpretation, mineral and biological implications, impact of different plants and making and using plant extracts.

Course tutor Tony Robinson – Weed Wizard – BioAg Ltd

Location Chaos Springs Farm- 131 Deam Road - Waihi

Time 9:30 am – 2:00 pm

Cost $40.00

For more information contact us at:

Chaos Springs

07-863-7975

www.chaossprings.co.nz

contact@chaossprings.co.nz

Registration required for all sessions