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by Cuttings
16 Mar 2013, 10:20
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: Why biodynamics is so important ... Alex Podolinksy
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Why biodynamics is so important ... Alex Podolinksy

http://thehomelesschefs.com/2013/03/13/why-biodynamic-is-so-important-alex-podolinsky/ Alex (as he asks to be called) took up Steiner’s challenge of making the Bio-Dynamic method available to “all farmers”. By applying and refining the method on his own farm, and then by working closely with other f...
by Cuttings
09 Mar 2013, 23:33
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: Biodynamics – five reasons for
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Biodynamics – five reasons for

http://montysbiodynamicbasecamp.blogspot.co.uk/2013_03_01_archive.html by Monty Waldin Jessica Standing, Secretary of the Biodynamic Association (BDA) in the UK (contact details below), asked me to come up with five good reasons for Biodynamics, and this is what I wrote: 1) Biodynamics teaches farme...
by Cuttings
28 Feb 2013, 23:44
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: KYLE'S BLOG: BIODYNAMICS IS FREAKING ME OUT
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KYLE'S BLOG: BIODYNAMICS IS FREAKING ME OUT

http://www.jamessuckling.com/biodynamics-is-freaking-me-out.html This whole biodynamic thing is starting to freak me out... Biodynamics: It is still a major talking point in the world of fine wine. Is it right? Is it wrong? Does it make sense? Is burying a cow's horn in your vineyard a key to succes...
by Cuttings
06 Feb 2013, 17:07
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: Dennis Klocek interview
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Dennis Klocek interview

http://www.dennisklocek.com/articles/proof-magazine-interview-dennis-2001 Dennis Klocek, in conversation with Neil Martinson NM: Dennis, you're the head of Goethean (Consciousness) studies here at Rudolf Steiner College, and I wanted to talk to you about Goethe and Goethean studies. To start things ...
by Cuttings
01 Feb 2013, 23:56
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: The Myth of Biodynamic Agriculture
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The Myth of Biodynamic Agriculture

http://www.puyallup.wsu.edu/~linda%20chalker-scott/horticultural%20myths_files/myths/biodynamic%20agriculture.pdf Linda Chalker-Scott, Ph.D., Extension Horticulturist and Associate Professor, Puyallup Research and Extension Center, Washington State University The Myth of Biodynamic Agriculture: “Bio...
by Cuttings
01 Feb 2013, 21:38
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: Biodynamic Pest and Disease Control in Vegetable Cultivation
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Biodynamic Pest and Disease Control in Vegetable Cultivation

Pest and Disease Control in Vegetable Cultivation by Organic & Bio-dynamic Farming Methods Jaison J. Jerome MSc (Agri), Kurinji Farms Manager, Chidambarapuram, Suchindrum (P.O.), Kanyakumari D.T. Tamil Nadu, India – 629 704, phone: 04652-58380. E-mail: jaisonjerome@yahoo.co.in) Vegetables consti...
by Cuttings
01 Feb 2013, 21:37
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: The relationship between soil microbiology and the preps
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The relationship between soil microbiology and the preps

http://www.biodynamics.in/prepsandsoil.htm The relationship between soil microbiology and the biodynamic preparations Mycorrhizal fungi There is a very interesting and easily read book for the layman on soil microbiology, which has been only recently published called “Tales from the Underground” by ...
by Cuttings
01 Feb 2013, 21:36
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: Cumulative effect of selected organic - biodynamic manures
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Cumulative effect of selected organic - biodynamic manures

http://www.biodynamics.in/Perumalbdman.htm Cumulative effect of selected organic - biodynamic manures on growth of Allium cepa Lin. The present study aimed to assess selected organic - biodynamic manures such as cow pat pit (CPP), cow horn manure (BD 500), biodynamic herbal preparations such as (BD ...
by Cuttings
01 Feb 2013, 21:35
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Topic: Soil quality and profitability of biodynamic ...
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Soil quality and profitability of biodynamic ...

http://www.biodynamics.in/Soil1JPR.htm Soil quality and profitability of biodynamic and conventional farming systems Abstract. Biodynamic and organic farming are similar in that both are ecologically oriented and do not use chemical fertilizers and pesticides. The main difference is that biodynamic ...
by Cuttings
01 Feb 2013, 21:34
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Topic: Cuppa Karma
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Cuppa Karma

http://www.biodynamics.in/CuppaKarma.htm Cuppa Karma: Biodynamics and the science of estate rejuvenation By Aparna Datta In the quiet morning, the lowing of cattle harmonizes with the chirping of birds and the buzz of bees to herald a new dawn. The ‘moo’ is essential: it signals that God’s in his he...
by Cuttings
01 Feb 2013, 17:31
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: Alternatives in preps
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Alternatives in preps

http://www.biodynamics.in/Perumalcowman.htm UTILIZATION OF LOCAL ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS IN COW HORN MANURE (BD 500) PREPARATIONS: A CASE STUDY ON BIODYNAMIC VEGETABLE CULTIVATION K. PERUMAL & T.M. VATSALA Shri A.M.M. Murugappa Chettiar Research Centre Tharamani, Chennai, 600 113, India Email: ene...
by Cuttings
01 Feb 2013, 07:31
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: Pesticides linked to bee decline should be restricted
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Pesticides linked to bee decline should be restricted

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-21277933 Also see homeopathics against neonicotinoid The European Commission has proposed that member states restrict the use of certain classes of pesticide that are believed to be harmful to bees. Sprays that use neonicotinoid chemicals should only be ...
by Cuttings
25 Jan 2013, 16:17
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: Dung beetles guided by Milky Way
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Dung beetles guided by Milky Way

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-21150721 Dung beetles guided by Milky Way They may be down in the dirt but it seems dung beetles also have their eyes on the stars. Scientists have shown how the insects will use the Milky Way to orientate themselves as they roll their balls of muck alon...
by Cuttings
23 Jan 2013, 10:36
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: Peppers
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Peppers

http://cityfoodgrowers.com.au/biodynpeprs.php Preparation name Biodynamic preparation - Peppers How to make Content: The peppers are based on the type of plants and animals you are seeking to remove from your garden. Procedure: For plants you intend to remove from your garden (usually weeds), the re...
by Cuttings
23 Jan 2013, 10:26
Forum: Scrapbook
Topic: Alliances for the Earth
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Alliances for the Earth

http://www.goetheanum.org/5116.html?L=1 The shadows cast by our globalised civilisation are putting natural vitality and the social context of life under increasing threat. As a biodynamic movement we are trying to protect and support life through our daily engagement with farms, with seeds, apprent...