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Taking good soil samples: Tips for small-scale farmers
Successful farmers regularly take samples of their soil to determine the fertility or nutrient levels of their land and make educated decisions about the best way to manage it. Taking a soil sample is a straightforward process that requires little in the way of expensive or specialised equipment. The[...]
Processing of condiments Part 15: Pickled Chillies – small scale
Chilli peppers can easily be pickled in a brine or vinegar solution, alone or with other vegetables and seasoning. The bright red-coloured chillies make attractive pickles. Certain varieties can be pickled as whole pods, while larger peppers are cut into strips. Examples of small-scale pickled chillies: Process description Harvesting[...]