6 step plan for beating Codling moth in apples
The classic “worm in the apple” is actually the larvae of the Codling moth, a very annoying pest that needs a planned effort to prevent.
What You Need to Know About Pesticides
Growing organic fruit has never been so important, with new evidence showing pesticides escaping into the environment at scarily high rates.
How to overcome fear of insects in fruit trees
Are insects in fruit trees a bad thing or a good thing? Learning to appreciate insects is an important part of adopting an organic mindset.
Do you need to spray your fruit trees?
Spraying your trees in spring – at the right time and for the right reasons – can make a big difference to whether you get a crop or not.
Earwigs – are they your friends or foes?
Earwigs can do terrible damage to stone fruit crops, but they’re also useful. It’s better to protect your fruit rather than eradicate them.
Is organic growing really any better?
Long-term studies have shown that organic growing is better for your health and the planet, and it may even be better for your pocket.
