Bhutan plans to become the first country in the world to turn its agriculture completely organic, banning the sales of pesticides and herbicides and relying on its own animals and farm waste for fertilisers. But rather than accept that this will mean farmers of the small Himalayan kingdom of 1.2 million people will be able to grow less food, the government expects them to be … [Read more...]
Protection from the sun and more
Back in October, four lucky Green Times readers received a gift of the 4-1 Sungel SPF24, a handy organic suncreen that we reviewed here. We also asked our lucky winners for some feedback on their experience with the product. This was their response: I have managed to get out in the sun only once so far and used the sunblock which I found very effective. It is non-greasy … [Read more...]
Rolling hills bring forth heavenly organic wine
There’s a lot to be said about winemaking the way it used to be. There were no chemicals, no “technological advancements” that made the process a process, and natural balance was far more important than balance sheets. It’s an approach that’s not just better for the earth, it’s also better for the wine – as respected critics have confirmed. So, while it may be somewhat … [Read more...]
Foxglove organic stories Pt. 2: Up to my elbows
This month I am up to my elbows in other people's business! Not by my choosing because firstly, it has nothing to do with me and secondly, I already have 3 full-time jobs! Farm living is not strictly about farm life. I ended up catering for a friend's birthday picnic as the only other options were ridiculously expensive or grocery store platters of sausage rolls and oily … [Read more...]
Reclaim your life and health with Mo-Jo
Join us for a fun, information - filled talk and learn to balance your physical, emotional and mental self. The first of Mo-Jo's Light Guide Workshops is 'The Seed - You are what you think.' This first step begins the series from seed to the growth of an awakening - an awakening Mo-Jo feels eager to be part of! The 2-3 hour workshop teaches balance on a physical, emotional … [Read more...]
Woolworths heads towards sustainable chocolate
Chocolate may be one of those ‘guilty pleasures’, but now that 25% of the cocoa that Woolworths is sourcing for its boxed chocolate range is certified sustainable, you now have another reason for chocolate to make you feel good. The recently launched Woolworths boxed chocolate range – which includes 13 different products for which UTZ Certified cocoa was purchased – marks … [Read more...]
Green up your world this weekend
Fuel saving, alternative energy, water saving, organic foods, office equipment, household products and even green toys: The Green Expo is destined to become a regular on your calendar. Come on down to the Cape Town International Convention Centre from the 23 - 25 November. Partnering with National Geographic Channel, Simply Green Magazine and not forgetting Green Times, … [Read more...]
Green pioneers scoop green wine awards
Even in these belt-tightening times, consumers worldwide are going green, showing – with their wallets – an increased interest in products that have been produced in an environmentally conscious manner. Since its inception in 2009, the main thrust of the Nedbank Green Wine Awards has been to reward and elevate the quality of wines made from organically grown grapes, … [Read more...]
Organic farm pays tribute to extraordinary man
The late Chris du Toit was one of the pioneers of the South African wine industry and was employed at Stellenbosch Farmers Winery for 29 years, where he ended his career as Director of Operations. He was one of the founding members and first generation owner of Brenn-O-Kem (Pty) Ltd. Brenn-O-Kem plays a vital role in the South African wine industry, recycling the by-products … [Read more...]
Natural and organic local range for family care
Spring is a great time to clean out the bathroom cupboard and take a close look at those chemicals you no longer want to burden your body or the environment with. There is an exciting back-to-basics revival happening, as we learn more every day about the chemical era we are now moving out of – and the dire consequences to our bodies and the earth. Some women smear up to 100 … [Read more...]
The Sandton Green Expo launching soon
Fuel saving, alternative energy, water saving, organic foods, office equipment, household products and even green toys: this expo is destined to become a regular on your calendar. The Sandton Green Expo launches at the Sandton Convention Centre 28-30 September. Partnering with National Geographic Channel, Simply Green Magazine and not forgetting Green Times, whether you … [Read more...]
Organic energy drink goes low GI
I don’t normally indulge in energy drinks. I find passion goes a long way towards fuelling my daily task. If you’re living your dream, you tap into the Source and can keep going almost forever. So my first answer to energetic problems is to do what you love – and gradually turn that into your living. However, when I was sent a natural, organic and fair trade energy drink … [Read more...]
Increased support for organic farmers
As part of their ongoing mission to support emerging farmers, Pick n Pay has made a commitment to provide dedicated organic produce shelf space in 50 of their stores. This commitment was made to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in March this year, in order to further assist in the development of the organic produce sector and emerging farmers around the … [Read more...]
