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Intelligent use of Green Manures in Horticulture - Andy Dibben

Intelligent use of Green Manures in Horticulture - Andy Dibben In this online webinar Andy Dibben spoke about using green manures to build fertility and soil health, recycle nutrients through rotation, protect soil over winter, under sowing both outdoor and indoor crops, managing weeds & pests with green manures. Andy Dibben is Head Grower at Abbey Home Farm in the UK, responsible for production of over 90 different crop lines of Organic fruit and vegetables. These are produced on a field scale, in an intensive market garden, polytunnels and glasshouse. Cover crops, agroforestry and proactive natural pest management strategies are intelligently integrated into all areas of crop production. https://www.theorganicfarmshop.co.uk/... 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:03 Andy Dibben & farm overview 00:02:50 Defining cover crops and green manures 00:04:37 Multifaceted benefits of cover crops 00:05:26 Adding organic matter and feeding soil life 00:07:21 The crucial role of roots and root exudates 00:09:23 Building fertility and nutrient retrieval 00:11:09 Case study: nutrient recycling in the 7-year rotation 00:13:14 Protecting soil from weather and preventing damage 00:14:52 Cover crops for natural pest management (pollen) 00:15:53 Managing perennial weeds and bio fumigation 00:18:18 Matching objectives to cover crop species 00:21:04 Building organic matter: focusing on deep-rooted grasses 00:24:09 Selecting fast species for nutrient recycling 00:38:20 Ground preparation for cover crops 00:39:09 Sowing methods and cut-off dates for best results 00:43:01 Termination and incorporation methods 00:45:05 Under-sowing and relay cropping techniques 00:47:36 Experimental strip tillage into living mulch 00:48:58 Economic rationale for using cover crops 00:50:02 Q&A 🌿Find out more about Organic Growers Ireland The Organic Growers of Ireland (OGI) was set up by growers, for growers. We are here to represent and support organic growers throughout Ireland. Join us in developing a vibrant and dynamic organic horticultural sector. https://organicgrowersireland.ie/ 🌿Follow us on Social Media   / organicgrowersofireland     / organicgrowersofireland     / organic-growers-of-ireland   #organicfarming #organicgrowing #growerscommunity