PACBITUN FARM

Pineapples in the Garden

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Tung Jen

Planting and harvesting pineapples!

Belize Bush Medicine: Neem (making natural insecticide)

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Tung Jen

The oil of the Neem (Azadirachta indica) tree is a natural insecticide heavily favored by organic gardeners all over the world.

We decided to make an insecticide out of the leaves. Here’s a recipe:

1) Gather about 2 pounds of fresh Neem leaves
2) Cover in water allowing at least 2-3 inches of water above the leaves
3) Soak leaves for seven days, remembering to keep this brew in a place where the smell will not be offending (it will stink)
4) On the eighth day, strain the leaves from the water while through cheese cloth. The liquid should be clear.
5) Shake well as you use.

MANGO SEASON IS HERE

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Tung Jen

MANGO SEASON IS HERE and we’re picking buckets full everyday! Check out the different varieties we have on the farm.

Belize Bush Medicine: Provision Bark

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Tung Jen

Belizean Bush Medicine : Provision Tree (Pachira aquatica)

Provision Tree bark is highly regarded as a blood tonic. A tea made by boiling its bark is used to help anemia, low blood pressure, fatigue and to generally build strength.

Repairing our Bay Leaf Thatch Roof with Freddy

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Tung Jen

Thanks to Freddie! Repairing the bay leaf thatch roof of the Papaya House. The leaves are harvested and must be cut during the full moon as this is the time that the protective sap in the plant is pulled to the leaves and this helps the fronds last longer and prevents insects from nesting.