Learning from the Soil: Organic Farming Class at ARI
Each year at ARI, we harvest thousands of kilograms of rice, soybeans, carrots, potatoes, and other vegetables—grown entirely without chemical fertilizers—in pursuit of a healthier environment. Maintaining soil health is a top priority for the ARI training programs and for our Participants’ farms around the world. A key practice in achieving this goal is the production of Bokashi fertilizer, made from organic materials at ARI. Many Graduates report that introducing Bokashi has been transformative for their home farms. In April, Participants began organic farming training in sessions covering Bokashi production … Read more
