Question. You advise against using chemical sprays but what should we replace them with? My mali insists on using chemical pesticides every single month.
Answer. Replace them with organic sprays and organic practices of course. Recipes and advice on these have been given in this column on numerous occasions. Teaching your mali about organic principles and getting him away from reliance on chemicals will do him a great favour as, no doubt, once he understands and sees that organic methods work, he will utilise them not just in your garden but elsewhere too and, in turn, this will be another step towards a sustainable future for all. From water and energy conservation to waste reduction and smart seed-sourcing, there are infinite ways we can make our practices more sustainable
