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More Than Apples: 5 Unexpected Lessons from a Volunteer-Run City Orchard (Bristol)
A Bristol orchard waited 12 years for its first cherry-plum bonanza—and in the meantime grew something richer: community. From Bokashi-fermenting apple pomace to wool mulches and self-governing teams, here are five copy-ready ideas any city project can use.
5 Surprising Truths About Waste, Community, and a Cauldron of Compost.
What if your food scraps weren’t waste, but the start of a story? 🌱
Across the UK, communities like Hay Regenerative Soil CIC are proving that leftovers can become living soil — and a catalyst for real change. Their journey shows that regeneration isn’t about technology or scale; it’s about people, storytelling, and connection.
How to Improve Your Gut Health Naturally This Autumn
This autumn, give your gut the care it deserves. From fibre-rich seasonal foods to probiotic drinks and stress relief, discover natural ways to boost digestion, immunity, and well-being — all while supporting Organic September and sustainable living.
What is the German-Inspired Flächenrotte (Surface Decomposition) Process in Gardening?
Flächenrotte, or surface decomposition, is a German-inspired method that gardeners and allotment growers are now adopting to improve soil health. By chopping green material, adding beneficial microbes like EM, and lightly mixing it into the topsoil, this process quickly turns fresh plant matter into humus without bad smells or pest problems. In just a few weeks, it creates crumbly, fertile soil that supports stronger, healthier plants.
Ditch Rust & Save Big — Actiferm EM: Natural, Powerful, UK-Smart
Tired of battling rust with harsh chemicals? Actiferm EM offers a safe, eco-friendly alternative. Simply submerge your rusty tools or metal parts, let the microbes get to work, and enjoy cleaner, longer-lasting results — naturally.
How to Care for Japanese Maples: The Agriton Acer Care Kit
Bring out the best in your Japanese maple with Agriton’s Acer Care Kit. Whether you’re planting a young 3 L pot, growing on in a 5 L container, or establishing a 10 L garden tree, our natural soil conditioners and Actiferm microbial support give your Acer the strong roots, vibrant leaves, and resilience it needs to shine year after year.
The Bokashi Paradox: 5 Surprising Truths About the Soil Booster That’s Disrupting Waste, Outperforming Compost, and Even Taming Weeds
Green waste isn’t waste at all. Dutch trials show Bokashi fermentation can cut council disposal costs by up to 64% and save farmers 87% compared to compost, all while locking in more carbon and even neutralising invasive plants like Japanese Knotweed. So why are we still calling it waste?
From Waste to Soil: Why September is the Season to Rethink Food Systems
September is harvest time—but also peak food waste. At Agriton, we believe scraps aren’t rubbish, they’re soil in waiting. By using bokashi fermentation and local composting, farms, councils, and communities can cut costs, build soil health, and strengthen local food systems. Healthy soil means healthier people, healthier harvests, and a more resilient future. 🌱
EM-X Gold: The Japanese Fermented Drink Backed by Science for Immunity, Energy & Healthy Ageing
At Agriton, our story has always been rooted in working with nature.
For years, we’ve been known for our expertise in Bokashi — harnessing the power of Effective Microorganisms (EM) to improve soil health, recycle organic waste, and build more sustainable farming systems.
But healthy soil is only the beginning.
A thriving environment naturally supports healthier plants, animals… and people.
That’s why we’ve expanded our mission to include wellness products designed to support human health, using the same EM principles that have transformed our approach to agriculture.
Compost Culture: How a Birmingham Project is Turning Food Waste into a Community Revolution
Compost Connection is changing the way Birmingham deals with food waste. Through bokashi, hot composting, and no-dig gardening, this community-led project is creating a closed-loop system that feeds both soil and people — while tackling food justice, sustainability, and social change.