If farmers could supplement their feed with seaweed, this could help with two of the biggest challenges of our time: fighting climate change and growing more food with fewer resources. CSIRO and James Cook University are currently conducting further experiments to examine how feeding seaweed to cattle affects production. These experiments aim to confirm the effects measured in the lab and could create a new industry in growing seaweed as a feed supplement for livestock. https://blog.csiro.au/seaweed-hold-key-cutting-methane-emissions-cow-burps/

This system, supported by CSIRO, works by giving audio cues to cattle through solar-powered smart collars as they approach the fence and a small electric pulse if they continue on. Over a short period of time, the cows learn to turn away when they hear the audio. If they do go as far as receiving the pulse, it's significantly less than the shock of an electric fence, minimising any stress and ensuring welfare of the animals. Cleverly called eShepherd, it can be used on properties to reduce expensive fencing and keep stock out of areas that are difficult to muster or control. https://blog.csiro.au/turns-can-teach-old-young-cows-new-tricks/

Foop is a hydroponic agriculture kit, meaning that it allows you to grow plants not in soil, but in water. The plants grow from seeds in this toaster-sized box. It's expected to be available later this year. http://www.cnet.com/news/the-foop-lets-you-grow-a-garden-in-your-kitchen/

This app called LikeThat is very helpful you are interested in gardens.

What a clever idea to celebrate tomatoes at a tomato tasting. Capitalizing on the season's peak Garden of Eve Organic Market offered tastings of at least 15 different kinds of tomatoes ranging from the spicy to the sweet. I like the Brandywine variety best. Watch their site for the garlic festival coming up in September. www.GardenOfEveFarm.com