Canada says NO to Monsanto!

Canada says NO to Monsanto: http://www.realfarmacy.com/ Canada has made the world proud by saying NO to Monsanto’s grip on seed distribution… “Grassroots activism against transgenic encroachment has paid off in Canada, where licenses for genetically modified (GM) alfalfa have been put on hold, according to new reports. Massive protests in Montreal, Levis, Quebec City, Toronto and … Read more

2014 Four Elements Ocean Challenge Video Launched on World Ocean’s Day

2014 Four Elements Ocean Challenge Video Launched on World Ocean’s Day The inaugural 2014 Four Elements Ocean Challenge, an open water swim in Durban, South Africa took place in perfect conditions along Durban’s iconic beachfront on Saturday, May 3. The event  saw 16 tough competitors conquer the 7 kilometre swim from Blue Lagoon to the … Read more

Tiny Bugs Enlisted to Fight Invading Water Hyacinths

http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2003/03/0303_030303_hyacinth_2.html Peter Massyn of the local Ezimvelo Branch has confirmed that hyacinth only eating bugs have been deployed in the Banana Beach river. He has advised the removed hyacinth must not be burnt, as this will kill the bugs. The link above is from National Geographic and holds a wealth of information regards the worldwide … Read more

Small steps…

A core turnout of locals hit the Banana Beach river this morning, to continue clearing the invasive plant species, hyacinth, out. The goal is to keep at least the sea end of the river clear to give the remaining few fish a chance to breath and move around.

At the end of the gruelling session, the area from the old bridge pilons down to the sea end of the river is clear. A connected series of kayaks, logs and planks made for a much larger scoop with enough catchment to really make a difference.

Many thanks and much respect to the volunteers.