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How to start an organic vege patch - Thrive Magazine feature

How to start an organic vege patch - Thrive Magazine feature

Lynda Hallinan spoke with Sarah Hewitt from the farm and provided five tips on how to start your own organic patch.
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Really great green salad

Really great green salad

A refreshing crisp green salad is right at home alongside most meals. 
Leafy greens are high in vitamins A and C, and good for your digestive system.
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Creating a great pesto all year round

Creating a great pesto all year round

Pesto is a versatile product, it can be used for a variety of dishes such as pasta, pizza, in soups or as a dip.

Making pesto is a great way of using up surplus produce such as spinach, rocket and soft herbs.

Based on the time of year, you can use produce that is in season.

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Raw Beetroot Coconut Slice Recipe

Raw Beetroot Coconut Slice Recipe

Wanting a 3pm snack to satisfy your hunger and that increases your vege intake for the day? Try this delicious Raw Beetroot Coconut Slice.  Even better if you make it with our Hamlin Road Organic Farm organic beetroot that just won gold at the Outstanding New Zealand Food Producers awards!

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Thai Butternut Soup Recipe

Thai Butternut Soup Recipe

To nourish yourself on a cold winter's day, check out this warming recipe. Even better if you make it with our Hamlin Road Organic Farm organic buttercup squash that just won gold at the Outstanding New Zealand Food Producers awards!
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Some easy herbs to start out with

Some easy herbs to start out with

Are you just a beginner to gardening or new to growing herbs? Here's a few tips on some easy growing herbs that are perfect to start out with.

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How to grow coriander

How to grow coriander

As you may know, coriander can be a little temperamental to grow. I so often get asked what the secret is to growing large, healthy coriander plants. Here's a few tips.
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