Farm Learning
Mastering Fence Strainers: A Beginner’s Guide
Use Fence wire strainers safely and effectively with this simple guide and video.
Bobex In Line Strainer by Wireman: A Handy Tool for Fencing Repairs
Watch the Video Here When Wireman introduced their latest gadget, the Bobex in line strainer, I couldn’t wait to see what it was all about. This innovative tool promised to simplify fencing repairs and join wires with ease. In this blog, I’ll share my firsthand experience with the Bobex, explain how it works, and evaluate its performance in various scenarios. … Read More
Flame Weeding: Sustainable Weed Control
Introduction: In the world of vineyards, weed control is a top priority. Weeds not only compete with vines for essential nutrients but some can even release toxic chemicals that stunt vine growth. While chemical herbicides are often used for weed management, there is a growing concern about their impact on the environment and food safety. In this blog post, we … Read More
Are Woodshield Posts the End of CCA?
Recently an innovative Australian company Woodshield, gave me some posts to play around with. Promising to do away with CCA posts and the environmental issues surrounding the use of heavy metals in agricultural trellising and fencing. I was excited to try them out. I had some reservations, mainly the water proof quality of the posts when fixings were added and … Read More
Pressing Wine
Wine made over a decade ago with friends. A chilly night in May was the perfect opportunity to reflect on the labours of this year’s harvest while relishing the memories of vintages past. This week I completed the initial winemaking process and pressed the fermented wine off the skins. After 9 days of ferment the wine was reading 0 degrees … Read More
Harvesting Grapes from a Small Vineyard to Make Wine
This week’s video sees me back to the vineyard finishing off the season’s work. Vintage, the time we harvest the grapes is like a long sigh of relief. The ups and downs of the season, hard work and many a sleepless night worrying about weather and pests culminate in a day of activity that ends in a sticky sweet juice … Read More