Re: Certification

[Allane67]

Gil:thanks for the feedback. In answer to your considerations have done most of them myself.I managed to get two years of study under my belt at UWSH,in Hort/Sci before economic pressure forced me to go back to the work force. I am very sure that the land is suitable and in addition I have two conventional farmers who are willing to lend a hand,ie their tractor and implements and their local knowledge in exchange for my experience.(I helped one farmer establish 4aces of garlic in Feb). As far as plant and equipment is concerned $20,000 Aud will see me with a packing/equipment shed and cool room.I have all the irrigation for 10 acres and only need a pump house. I would like to add that the conventional farmers took to the BD way of thinking(some of it.I haven't told them of the esoteric side to it yet),with real enthusiasm I feel there is a real opportunity here to improve the village community and the sustainability of other farms in the area. Your mention of  Mineral rock dusts,I would be very interrested in your contacts. Allan Emerton