Autumn-Winter: 2026
🌱Natural Farming: Golden Harvest!
Good afternoon to all our Blog Natural readers! Today is a day to celebrate in our regenerative garden. We have finally harvested the first Butternut squash (Calabaza Anco) of the season, and the results are outstanding! This organic beauty weighed in at 3 kilos (approx. 6.6 lbs). Plus, there are 7 more still growing on the vine, promising a bountiful winter stock.
This squash is more than just its size; it’s the product of years spent nurturing soil health: Deep Nutrition: The plant grew over a base of solid worm humus buried two or three years ago. This deep nutrient reserve allowed the roots to find constant nourishment. No-Till Management: For the last two years, I haven't tilled or plowed the soil. Instead, I used crop residue (mulch) on the surface, protecting moisture and encouraging microbial life. Natural Allies: Ladybugs played a crucial role as a natural biological control against powdery mildew, keeping the leaves healthy without any chemical intervention.
Photo of the harvest and see.
Chears and Happy Farming!
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