The ongoing challenge for growers is how to survive in an economically and environmentally challenging climate. The goal posts seem to keep changing and the biological clock is ticking.
The correct approach is complete soil management. At Mind, Body & Soil we know that by combining science and technology with nature it is possible to develop a correctly functioning soil that delivers all the vitality that crops and plants require. If you have never seen the alternatives to the out dated chemical culture the short animation on this page attempts to elaborate on one approach.
But there are other methods. Get smarter.
Start to focus on the information and resources available to you in order to make an informed decision. Help is on hand to assist you in gaining control back from both plants and erratic weather, but unless you know what you have in the first place, don’t bother.
I speak to many different growers and the first step on the true path is always the same: sample the soil. We are not just talking N:P:K here either. We need to know the full nutrient status and what soil life is present or which microorganisms have gone on hiatus until things improve. Drop the guys at SoilBioLab a line if you need talking through the sampling process. But act fast! The weather is changing and things are growing.
By the way, this doesn’t just apply to soil either. Most grow media follows the same pattern of nutrient cycling and can be managed in similar ways to deliver superior results at yield and improve the overall health and resistance to pests or disease.
Once you have the data, begin to plan. If you don’t have the knowledge, be sure to get it. Feel free to drop me a line directly if you would like to talk through our Soil Surveillance System to help you take back control over your crops and start saving money and effort.
Invariably though, in order to progress there must be change. Would you like to know the biggest problem with soil?
You.
Or more specifically the mind-set with which we are programmed:
“I would love to grow organic but it doesn’t work”. “Using biology on soil is not scientific enough”. “It’s too risky”. “I have too many financial dependencies and there are no guarantees”. “Chemicals do the job, I just have figure out how to meet the rising costs”
All of these statements demonstrate resistance to change. We should question certainly, be inquisitive too, but not shoot down.
So here is the question to ask ourselves: Do you wish you could change the way you grow or the enhance the performance of a crop in some way?
If so, start asking yourself what is available and how can I get it to work for me?
I care deeply about health of soil and even more about the happiness and success of people. Good luck.