larva was spotted in the poly tunnel that will host the peppers last week.
Go Local Food likes ladybirds as they control aphids – they are free, no chemicals involved and totally organic!
We had a splendid company of ladybirds last year so hope that they have stayed with us to breed again and work with us in the poly tunnels.
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What an amazing summer it’s been – and what great veg! The heat has certainly brought its challenges. We lost a few crops because it was simply too hot and
Last August, after the early season drought it felt like the rain never stopped. We battled to get the final crops harvested before the fields became too wet. Fast forward
It’s been a while since we walked the fields and talked about this season… and of course there is a lot to say! Weather, weeds and watching the signs Obviously
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