Fertilisation plan

Our approach to on farm fertility is the management of the dynamic between organic matter, minerals, and biology.  We try to create a balanced system based on homemade foliar sprays.

The production of biofertilisers, the reproduction of different types of microorganisms, amendments and different mineral brews are done on the farm with free or very low cost resources. 

We are conducting tests in the orchard and garden to try to measure the effectiveness of this approach. Juanfran Lopez,s detailed results from his Shallot trails are in this PDF. During 2016 we took baseline data of soil minerals, and have measured our trial and control areas regularly over the last 12 months.  This work is ongoing.  However, a soil test does not necessarily indicate that soil minerals are being taken up by the plant or tree. We therefore plan to take leaf tests throughout 2017 in the orchards to monitor mineral deficiencies within the trees in order to correct them if necessary. Please read the PDFs about our orchard management in the side bar for a detailed explanation.

Although the Orchard fertilisation plan looks complex, it is possible to start with a simple general spray plan of one or two preparations, and then develop particular products on farm to suit your needs. 

Our fertilisation plan gives an idea of how you can build up specific minerals using biological sprays. This means that we avoid the use of herbicides. We also avoid the use of copper based fungicides that are used in the management of organic top fruit.

            

  • Eco Shamanism - Year Training

    Eco Shamanism One Year Training April 2017 - March 2018 

    'Becoming one with our Earth'

    8 - 11 June 2017

    (scroll down for more dates)

    A series of six 3 day weekends every two months studying the contemporary areas of shamanism with an emphasis on eco reciprocity. You will be embarking on your own personal eco shamanic journey within a community of like minded beings (and the more than human world) whilst also learning all the major shamanic healing techniques. There will be a certificate of completion awarded following the course if all weekends have been attended and assignments completed.

    Areas covered are (but not limited to) as follows:-

    Perception, awareness and sensation - diving into ourselves as Earth - a marriage of senses and spirit (the sixth sense).

    Genius loci - spirits of land and nature, space and place; accessing places and spaces of power; connecting to the more than human world (plants, animals and other earth forms).

    The elements - a deep look at fire, earth, air and water (the course is designed around the cycles of the year).

    Energetic medicine techniques and the recovery of power - identifying and remedying misplaced energy and power.

    Soul retrieval - the return of spirit essences for a more fulfilled life, for you, others and the more than human world.

    Pilgrimage and vision quest - understanding the process of the journey within and without.

    The shamans horse (drum, rattle, sistrum and bell) - healing circles and the instrument’s voice or song.

    Psychopomp (death and dying) - assisting the dying and dead to find their true place of rest.

    The beginning and end game - the nature of time, connection to source, authenticity, the ego and icons.

    Dates: all weekends run from 6.30pm Thursday to 3 - 4pm Sunday and places are limited to 14.

    2017
    April 6 - 9 / June 8 - 11 / July 27 - 30 / October 12 - 15

    2018
    January 11 - 14 / March 8 - 11

    Further details and booking page at click here or contact Mandy direct tel: 01594 541850 mobile: 07805 800313 email: info@mandypullen.co.uk

    Course requirements: It is helpful if you know how to journey shamanically and there is an opportunity to learn this technique at a Learn to Journey workshop or, if you are not local, via Skype (please contact me separately). You will also need a shamanic drum (this can be borrowed and does not need to be owned). A commitment to all six weekends is required.

    Cost: Fees include all tuition, vegetarian meals and accommodation and can be paid in instalments over the year - please contact me to arrange this option. You will be required to commit to all 6 weekends.

    Deposit to book your place: £150 followed by
    Concessions - 2 places available £1290 less £150 deposit - £1140
    Super Early Bird by 1 Oct 2016 £1350 less £150 deposit - £1200
    Early bird price by 1st Jan 2017 £1500 less £150 deposit - £1350
    Full Price after 1st Jan 2017 £1650 less £150 deposit - £1500

    Tutor Details:

    Mandy Pullen is a shamanic practitioner based in the Forest of Dean. She runs workshops on shamanism and co leads workshops with Jane Embleton based on the Solar Festivals, the Phases of the Moon and the planets. Mandy lived at the farm over 20 years ago and set up and ran the organic garden and box scheme.


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