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Can you put raw sheep’s fleece directly on vegetable beds? We’re testing wool as a no-dig mulch on a real allotment and looking at what the research says about weeds, moisture, breakdown and slugs.

Slurry and FYM are valuable farm resources. Good storage, timing and application can help retain more of their nutrient value while supporting a wider soil-management strategy.

Finished harvesting a bed? Discover how green manures can protect bare allotment soil over winter, suppress weeds and help prepare your growing beds for spring.

Patchy lawn? Discover 7 common causes including compaction, poor drainage, dry soil, mowing and heavy wear, plus practical ways to help your lawn recover.