Permaculture

Permaculture was developed in the 1970s by the two Australian scientists Bill Mollison and David Holmgren. It is not a collection of knowledge about agriculture, but rather teaches the process of applying that knowledge. The aim is to work with nature, not against it—a natural connection between nature and culture.

As in alchemy, every plan begins with careful observation of nature.

Then, in our gardening work, we will interact with the earth in such a way that it responds to us.

The three fundamental principles of permaculture are like medicine for the ailments of our civilization and the times of global crisis.

1. Caring for the earth with love and care to create a sustainable and regenerative world (Earth Care)
2. Actively working for the people of the earth, creating peace (People Care)
3. Limiting consumption and growth and sharing surpluses (Fair Share)

I learned permaculture from Penny Livingston, Starhawk, and many other teachers.

I still see myself as an apprentice in permaculture and in nature.