Recent articles by Simon Webster

Holmgren on tour

Permaculture co-founder is taking his ‘Survive and Thrive’ tour on the road, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

Organic farmer loses landmark GM case

WA Supreme Court’s decision is a big blow for the organic movement, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

Pesticides plummet on organic diet

An organic diet can quickly get rid of pesticides in the body, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

Rhubarb power

Plant molecules may solve a puzzle for the renewable energy industry, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

Organic farms boost biodiversity

Organic farming has great benefits for wildlife, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

How to grow giant, juicy watermelons

An unfeasibly large melon puts a smile on SIMON WEBSTER’s face.

Learn farming skills

A series of workshops in Sydney aims to give permaculture students some hands-on rural know-how, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

How to grow greens in summer

A bit of shade makes a world of difference, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

Teachers get help with organic gardens

Teachers can download a free guide to educating students about growing their own food, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

Chefs hop to it

Grasshoppers are on the menu as insect-eating catches on, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

Artists in bloom

Gardens and plants are the subject of a new art exhibition, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

Snap to it

There are only days left to enter the International Garden Photographer of the Year competition, SIMON WEBSTER reports.