Compost – a recipe for success

Compost is an important part of any organic garden. Here we talk why we need compost as well as share our recipe for success.

Free range eggs – new definition a debacle

Editor STEVE PAYNE highlights the drawbacks of the new definition of free-range eggs.

Autumn poultry care

JESSAMY MILLER describes some of the extra chores needed to care for your chooks in the Autumn months.

Get ready for the cool season in February

Summer is gradually coming to a close, which according to JUSTIN RUSSELL, means time to get planting cool season crops.

What to do in January

A whiff of optimism in the air is inspiring JUSTIN RUSSELL to get stuck into the pruning and weeding.

A good egg

Organic egg farmer and triple j 25 under 25 legend, MADELAINE SCOTT, shares her tips for quality egg production.

Broody hens

The warmer months often bring regular bouts of broodiness. JESSAMY MILLER lists some ways of de-brooding chickens.

Chook care in busy periods

JESSAMY MILLER gives some handy hints to make life easier in the chook pen during the festive season and summer holidays.

Conserving moisture

Some tips from PENNY WOODWARD to keep your garden alive if you are away for a few days and during very hot weather.

Stormy gardening

Editor STEVE PAYNE gives some good advice to weather the storms of summer.

Size matters in the hen house

Good things come in small packages when it comes to bantam fowl.

Weekend jobs in Spring

Got anything planned for the long weekend? JUSTIN RUSSELL says scrap 'em, and spend the weekend enjoying three straight days of gardening bliss instead.