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They will cover how to select the right system for your home and common problems. To help put your knowledge into practice, you will visit the worm farms on site at Kathleen Syme and do a health check on those systems.
A worm farm can be one of the best ways to dispose of food scraps and, at the same time, produce vermi-juice (worm tea) and vermicast (worm castings) for use on the garden. Learn how to set up a worm farm and the easiest methods to manage and care for these most hard-working of creatures.
This workshop will cover both the theory and practice of worm farming in a household setting. It will be useful for those wishing to recycle household food waste in order to produce worm products for use in the improvement of soil in gardens and pot plants.
Discounted worm farms will be available for sale on the day.
In recognition of World Cancer Day, find out about the importance of nutrition and your gut health. Are you what you eat?
This workshop will help you identify different insects in your veggie patch, undertake surveillance for these insects, and identify insect pests that pose a threat to your produce. There will be presentations from AUSVEG and Agriculture Victoria, and a garden walkthrough (if weather permits). The workshop will be followed by light refreshments.
Brought to you by Local Food Connect (LFC) and North East Ranges Permaculture (NERP).
This fair is all about showcasing local businesses and community groups that support the residents to live more sustainable lives. Shopping local is both good for the environment, as you reduce the energy required to transport and often package a product, but it also bolsters our economy and supports local families.
There will be market stalls, plants for sale, live music, kids activities, food vans and guest speakers. The stalls will include local community and environment groups, plus sales of handmade wares, second hand clothes, upcycled items and re-usable items. The speakers will speak on tiny homes, green homes, solar and wayapa wuurrk.
The EZ Veggie cooking group will show you how to make tasty, healthy, vegetarian dishes and will offer tastings during the session.
Registration essential.
Cade will teach you how to prepare, mince and cook tomatoes as well as safely bottle and pasteurise so that the sauce will be safely kept under vacuum for up to a year.
Registrations essential.
Learn some tips on reducing food waste at home, meal planning, food storage, and making food last.
See examples of meals using common foods that are wasted, learn smart cooking tips and be shown the best kitchen tools for easy cooking.
Join Naomi and learn how to reinvigorate your worm farm or start from scratch in this hands-on presentation.
Presenter: Dianne Gordon. Learn how composting, worm farming and the use of particular plants can naturally improve your soil. Discover how to compost and worm farm effectively for the best results. Understand how recycling your household and garden organic waste (including dog poo!) can benefit the life within your soil.
Jean will demonstrate some Asian recipes for Chinese New Year.
Learn the art of pruning selected fruit trees in summer.
They will talk through the tips and tricks to plant your patch and keep it thriving through the cooler months, including advice about individual crops. The veggies to be discussed will include broccoli, broad beans, pak choy and carrots.
Paris Jay will show you basic skills on reading food labels and deciphering confusing marketing messages to make the best choice for you. You will learn simple ideas and tips for cooking for one person and enjoy a demonstration on how to make a nutritious meal for one, with a tasting included.
Registrations essential.
Bec will teach you how to make interesting dinners. Each session includes dinner on the night.
Menu:Thai (on 27th May), soup (on 3rd June) and mid-week menus (on 10th June).
Book by phone (9716 3361) or email.
Bec will teach you how to make interesting dinners. Each session includes dinner on the night.
Menu:Thai (on 27th May), soup (on 3rd June) and mid-week menus (on 10th June).
Book by phone (9716 3361) or email.
Bec will teach you how to make interesting dinners. Each session includes dinner on the night.
Menu:Thai (on 27th May), soup (on 3rd June) and mid-week menus (on 10th June).
Book by phone (9716 3361) or email.