It is a privilege to witness the positive changes unfolding in response to the massive challenges confronting modern agriculture. In a classic example of the silver lining that can sometimes be found in storm clouds, two looming crises are set to trigger tremendous outcomes for the soil, the people and the planet. The twin spectres of Peak Oil and Global Warming are prompting much-needed change. Fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and fertilisers are all petrochemical-based, so how does oil thirsty agriculture prosper (more…)