Chennells Farm Holdings is a citrus farm situated in Nkwalini, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, producing grapefruit lemons and oranges. The farm has been in existence for 30 years, owned by Mr P.M Chennell. Chennells Farm Holdings is an exporter and producer of citrus with an onsite packhouse.
Chennells Farm Holdings plans to change to solar.
The farm has a speed cap and utilises an app to reduce emissions.
The farm has gravity feed dams for irrigation.
Chennells Farm Holdings enhances soil health through the use of organic fertilisers, compost, and mulching. The farm is also exploring further regenerative practices and plans to establish a wormery to boost soil biology and nutrient cycling.
Chennells Farm Holdings has alien clearing practices and makes use of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices in the orchards.
Chennells Farm Holdings also implements recycling on the farm as part of its broader commitment to environmental responsibility.
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