Prater 75 #1 Posted July 30, 2012 Here is a short video from around my area. I know Robert at Sunrise Acres, one of the best people I have met since starting a garden this last year... http://vimeo.com/5426119 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamesBe1 80 #2 Posted July 31, 2012 Excellent vid Steve. Thanx for posting it. I hope to see you in the next instalment! You would probably enjoy Joel Salatin's stuff. http://www.polyfacefarms.com/ He was featured in Food Inc. Are you still considering selling at the farmers market? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prater 75 #3 Posted July 31, 2012 Yes, but i dont know if I will be ready this year. Trying to get a control on pests at the moment. I really want to develop the soil with more compost through this winter and see how the spring garden does. Money is a bit tight right now also... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
County Agent 0 #4 Posted August 1, 2012 Steve, if your goal is to improve the tilth of your garden soil, increase organic matter content and increase natural fertility, you might consider the use of a green manure crop this fall and winter in addition to adding compost. The agricultural agent at your nearest Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension office can suggest good green manure crops that are suitable for your area. Good luck! You can seldom go wrong by adding organic matter be it compost, aged livestock manures, etc. to your garden. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prater 75 #5 Posted August 1, 2012 I have a few places to get the manure. Hoping to clean the pasture next door of the horse manure they leave on the ground. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
County Agent 0 #6 Posted August 1, 2012 Horse manure is a good soil amendment. Also, growing what's called a green manure crop such as crimson clover or vetch and wheat can be very beneficial. A green manure crop is plowed into the garden in late winter or early spring and all of the plant residue adds a lot of organic matter plus legumes such as crimson clover and vetch supply slow release nitrogen. Again, good luck in improving your garden soil. You can really improve it over time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
