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ORICoop is pleased to be working with partners across Australia and the globe, to expand our understanding of organic farming, agro-ecology, regenerative farming systems, succession in farming, localised food, Investment and Co-operatives. Enjoy the expansion of these resources, and watch as these resources grow!Black Barn Farm reflections
Here at ORICoop we appreciate being able to share some personal stories of our farmers, their farm journeys, the good & bad times, and why they do what they do. We think by enabling farmers to work together, share with each other, farmers are together a stronger voice. Enjoy the story of Black Barn Farm …..
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UK farmers to be given first ever targets on soil health
Fiona Harvey Environment correspondent The Guardian 14 May 2018 New bill will be first step by ministers to protect and restore soil as fears grow over a future soil fertility crisis A new bill will be brought before parliament this year mandating, for the first...
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An Apple Shows Just How Broken Our Food System Is
By Otto Scharmer 05/27/2018 08:00 am ET Updated May 28, 2018 Buying and eating apples seems a pretty healthy thing to do. But a new study has found that every 1 kilo (2.2 pounds) of conventionally grown apples creates health effects costing 21 cents due to the effects...
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Growing Victoria’s artisanal agriculture and premium food sector
Agriculture Victoria has launched the $2 million Artisanal Agriculture and Premium Food program. The program will support the growth of Victoria's food and agriculture businesses and identify pathways to market for artisanal and premium products. READ...
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Friday essay: Dark Emu and the blindness of Australian agriculture
June 15, 2018 6.39am AEST What if Australia were to stop farming? At approximately 3% of gross domestic product, the removal of agriculture from the economy would be a significant hit. It would affect our balance of payments — 60% of agricultural produce is exported...
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NSW Department of Primary Industries mapping important agricultural land
Posted on 13 June, 2018 by fmansw The NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is undertaking a three year mapping program across nine regions in NSW commencing in August 2017 to assist local government and other organisations map important agricultural land. The...
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Landcare in Focus – May 2018
This edition contains stories about organisations that have been able to achieve a lot with a little financial help from outside sources. Hear from Landcare groups, leading research organisations, government departments, and community members about; farm biosecurity,...
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Find Out How Organic Farming Benefits Farmers, Consumers, Buyers and Traders!
June 13, 2018 Organic Without Boundaries We are Mr. Sengsavang Luangphachaleun & Mrs. Sinsanga Keo Vong Kot organic farmers from Laos. We live with our 19-year-old son and 17-year-old daughter on a farm in Savannakhet. We rent about one hectare of land from the...
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A Booming Economy With a Tragic Price
Australia is a breadbasket to the world and a globalisation success story. So why are its farmers killing themselves? READ MORE HERE By Jacqueline Williams New York Times May 20,...
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Relocalising the food chain: Why it matters and how to do it
by Jane Powell on 17 May, 2018 in Food Systems One of the positive aspects of Britain’s departure from the EU is that it has sparked off a debate on the future of UK farming, requiring us to question fundamental assumptions. Should we see food as a commodity for...
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