Tools and Techniques

As far as possible we mimic natural systems and processes, whilst achieving a healthy crop. For this purpose we are developing a range of “tools” which fit the UK climate. Although listed below as different tools, they are all part of a holistic approach. They are tweaks and adjustments for individual situations.

It is important to get a base of skills and understanding of these tools so the farmer and grower has autonomy and understanding to make their own preparations, empowering the farmer and reaching a broader scale. We are not selling products off the shelf, we are happier to run courses to explain the principles. 

For instance biofertiliser, an anaerobic ferment is good for chelating minerals so they are more available to plants. However aerobic tea, made by bubbling air through microbes in solution, is great for building more biology into the system. Native microbes can be propagated aerobically like this, or through the Native Microbe preparation outlined below. Lastly, we can measure the integration of these techniques and their effect on soil structure using Chromatography. 

  • Plant Eco Shamanism

    ‘Plant Perception and Resonance’

    One day workshop working with plant spirit with Mandy Pullen and Freya Davies

    It is said that when a person needs a plant "it stands up where it grows, calling to you. That is why it is easy to find the medicine you seek". How many of us would be sensitive enough to perceive the plants most beneficial to our healing in times of illness? How can we resonate with plants and their spirits? Do plants respond to human speech, touch, smell . . . or thoughts, feelings, intentions? How can we move into a dialogue, or resonate, with plants?

    The day is an introduction to Plant Eco Shamanism and is
    open to all . . . you don't need any 'plant knowledge'
    to work in this way. This workshop will give you a taste of the Plant Eco Shamanism Course beginning in March 2018 (different venue).

    Saturday 10th February 2018

    Further details or to book a space CLICK HERE or contact Mandy direct tel: 01594 541850 mobile: 07805 800313 email: info@mandypullen.co.uk

    Cost: £45 includes soup and bread lunch and refreshments including specific herb teas.

    Tutor Details:

    Mandy Pullen is an eco shamanic practitioner based in the Forest of Dean. She runs workshops and trainings on Eco Shamanism in Gloucestershire and further afield. She also co leads workshops with Jane Embleton on pilgrimage and other sacred related work. Mandy lived at the farm over 20 years ago and set up and ran the organic garden and box scheme.

    Freya Davies is a sensory herb practitioner and has a wealth of knowledge, both sensory and practical, of the plant realms. She is also the manager here at Ragmans.



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