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Give it a go

In 2006 we conducted a survey of about 40 organic grain growers, in which we asked them what advice they would give to growers intending to change, and what they would do differently in their own conversion if they did it again. Overwhelmingly they told us they would research more, start sooner, understand the market better, and not worry so much about the weeds.

They discovered that they were often held back by lack of knowledge and lack of confidence, and these two factors working together slowed down their access to the real benefits of organic growing.

Our advice is to “give it a go”, on just a few paddocks if you lack the confidence to make a complete change. Don’t expect overnight changes, but do provide an opportunity for organic soil management practices to show you the benefits. See where the stock prefer to graze, see how the weed suite changes in sync with soil pH and fertility adjustments, and give the system a fair chance to convince you it is the right way to go!