Did you know the world has produced roughly 8.3 billion tons of plastics since 1950? That’s the size of about 47 million blue whales or 1 billion elephants, and only 9% of it is recycled! The rest is either burnt (12%) and polluted the air or ended up as landfills (79%). This fact alone is enough to explain the importance of thinking of a more sustainable alternative. Yes, we are talking about bamboo as a sustainable solution to large-scale environmental pollution. In this article, we’ll discuss why bamboo is an eco-friendly solution to environmental pollution and things to be aware...
What Are Drainage Tiles And How They Help Improve Organic Farming?
Water pooling or poor drainage is a very common problem in Sydney. However, if you hire the best plumber in Sydney, NSW, they can fix the problem using the tile drainage system. It is a centuries-old land management system used for draining water from wetlands using drain tiles.
Farmwork Doesn’t Only Happen On The Farm
Contrary to what most people think, not everything about farming happens on the farm. In fact, a huge part of the farm work happens offsite. Many farm goods and services come from the outside. People often only see farm produce and not the work put into it, much of which come from other places than the dirt. If you plan to invest into farming, you need to be aware of the many things that happen far away. For example, you will need to source the market for your produce. This often means leaving “home” to meet with potential buyers. Here...
Nature’s Superfood: Top Benefits Of Moringa
The numerous benefits of moringa are the reasons it has earned names such as ‘tree of life’ and ‘miracle tree’. The plant offers not only a range of health benefits but also environmental benefits. Though moringa Oleifera is native to Africa, Asia, and Latin America, it is now being grown worldwide because of these benefits. Moringa is mostly taken as a powder made from leaves, fruits, roots, bark, seeds, pod, sap, and flowers. There is also moringa oil for the skin, and you can also make moringa tea from fresh or ground teeth. But what are the main benefits of...
Green Living in a Boat: Eco-Friendly Tips to Keep in Mind
There are many eco-friendly boating tips that can help you enjoy your tour and still leave the marine ecosystem intact. If you're planning a sea trip, we have put together some of the boating essentials for an eco-friendly boating excursion.
Snakes You Can See on Farms and What You Should About Them
What would you do if you find a snake in your farm? Well, most people would try to scare it away but don’t be surprised to find that snakes control populations of rodents on our farms. This guide provides some of the beneficial snakes you can find on your farm and what you should do about them.
Keeping The Environment Clean With Regulated Farm Drainage
Pollution is the biggest challenges affecting the planet today. Every minute, there are tons of pollutants released to the environment across the world. Whereas industries have been blamed for environmental degradation, most of us don’t realise the kind of damage that agricultural activities are doing to the planet. There are many ways that agriculture can contribute to environmental degradation. However, poor farm drainage is one of the biggest contributing factors. The good news is that there are ways you can help keep the ecosystem clean by regulating our farm drainage. Here are the best ways to keep the environment clean with regulated...
Save The Environment With These 8 Habits
One of the biggest debates across the world is on climate change. That’s after devastating natural phenomena that the world has experienced as a result of environmental degradation. Whereas states are doing something on a global stage, we can also do something to save the environment at an individual level. Simple things such as forming a habit can make a huge difference in the fight against environmental damage. In this guide, we have rounded up some of the eight habits that you can adopt to help save nature. Here are 8 green habits everyone should adopt to save the environment...
How To Use Air Conditioning System Without Harming The Environment
When we spoke to Brett from Air Con Sunshine Coast, he told us that it’s possible to reduce your carbon footprint when using air conditioning at home.
Organic Food’s Environmental Benefits
The term ‘organic’ has been associated with quality and good health. That is the reason why any food that is labelled organic is selling at a higher price in most supermarkets and food stores in Australia. But in the wake of climate change, it is essential to understand the impact that organic farming has on the environment. Apart from the healthy food option that it offers, there are numerous other benefits that organic farming has on the environment. Here are some of the ways that organic farming is beneficial to the environment and nature at large. Zero pesticides and Chemicals...