Jenny Holt, Author at Organic Growers School

Pest Prevention And Control: The Organic Way

by Jenny Holt | May 8, 2020 | Organic Farming, Organic Home Growing

As recent research finds that non-organic pesticides are amongst the biggest causes of cognitive decline, even those who haven’t yet embraced organic gardening and farming will be keen to find less toxic solutions to the problem of pest control. Fortunately, there are...

Make A Successful Leap From Self-Sustaining Gardener To Profitable Grower

by Jenny Holt | Apr 29, 2020 | Organic Farming, Organic Home Growing, Organic Living

Whether you’re a commercial farmer or an organic home grower, excessive produce can quickly turn a profitable business model into a cash flow nightmare. It’s estimated that around 30% to 40% of produce goes to waste in the U.S. every year, which amounts to around...

Eco-Friendly Ways To Water Your Organic Garden

by Jenny Holt | Apr 24, 2020 | Organic Farming, Organic Home Growing

America is about to have a hot summer: the NOA’s Climate Prediction Center states that temperatures in the US will be above average until June 2020. Not only will families be feeling the heat of the summer months, but gardens all over the country will also need more...

Clever Ways To Add Art To Your Garden

by Jenny Holt | Apr 13, 2020 | Organic Home Growing, Organic Living

Creative pursuits such as drawing, painting, dancing, or singing can make people happy, and even just being around art can have a positive impact on one’s overall wellbeing. Studies have found that viewing paintings or drawings can prevent memory loss and improve...

Simple Steps to Reduce The Risk of Back Pain While Gardening

by Jenny Holt | Mar 28, 2020 | Organic Home Growing

Gardening is one of life’s joys for many homeowners. It provides a healthy way to stay active, eat healthy, and maintain a sustainable way of living. But despite the benefits of building your own garden, it can cause as many injuries as physical sports. In fact,...