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Episode 47 – Sustainability in a macadamia orchard
18 September 2024
Episode 47 – Sustainability in a macadamia orchard
September 2024.
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About this episode
‘Low Input Sustainable Agriculture’ (LISA) focuses on holistic farming practices that prioritise soil health to promote healthy plant growth. By adopting this approach, and increasing biodiversity with cover crops, such as sunflowers and hemp, farmers can create significant benefits for the ecosystem.
In this episode, self-proclaimed regenerative farmer and macadamia grower, Ross Arnett, explains his approach to LISA, and shares the simple, yet effective, practices he has implemented into his orchard in New South Wales.
About today’s guest
Ross Arnett is a macadamia grower from northern New South Wales. His farm – Malua – on the Alstonville Plateau has been in his family since 1872, and features a 10-hectare macadamia orchard.
Ross is happy to call himself a regenerative farmer and is constantly looking for kinder ways to grow macadamias. Drawing on guidance from mentors, he has continually refined his approach to LISA, to minimise off-farm inputs and reduce his carbon footprint.
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Australian Macadamias – Sustainable approach
Nuts for Life – Sustainability Hub
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Host – Belinda Neville
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Published September 18, 2024
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