About SILAS
Silas possesses deep expertise in Biodynamic farming and is eager to share his knowledge. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or a passionate hobbyist, Silas is ready to guide you in unlocking the full potential of this transformative agricultural approach.
the FArmer
Silas is passionate about organic chemical-free farming that is economically viable and improves the value of the property, whilst keeping systems as simple as possible. The opportunity to purchase Blessed Farm Group became available in Silas’ early 30s.
BLESSED FARM GROUP
experience
Purchased by Silas in 2002 and sold in 2022, Blessed Farm Group is a picturesque, owner-operated 50-acre property located in Whian Whian, Northern NSW. Originally, five acres were dedicated to growing Cavendish bananas and other small crops before transitioning to avocados, which have been harvested since 2008.
The property boasted one hundred mature avocado trees and an additional one hundred younger trees, with plans to expand by planting another hundred. The avocado harvest season ran from June to October, yielding approximately 10 tons of fruit per hundred trees—six tons of 1st-grade and four tons of 2nd-grade. Alongside avocados, Blessed Farm has reintroduced a dwarf variety of banana as a companion crop between new rows of avocado trees.
Cattle grazing is another feature of the farm, with 12 breeders occupying around 35 acres of pastureland.
The property boasted one hundred mature avocado trees and an additional one hundred younger trees, with plans to expand by planting another hundred. The avocado harvest season ran from June to October, yielding approximately 10 tons of fruit per hundred trees—six tons of 1st-grade and four tons of 2nd-grade. Alongside avocados, Blessed Farm has reintroduced a dwarf variety of banana as a companion crop between new rows of avocado trees.
Cattle grazing is another feature of the farm, with 12 breeders occupying around 35 acres of pastureland.