Permaculture magazine #129 – single issue
The Permaculture Farm
What makes a permaculture farm? And why are they so important? Mira Illeris and Esben Schultz reveal the multiple aspects of Reforest Farm, a biodiverse 1.5-hectare regenerative farm in a landscape that favours industrial agriculture.
Adopting a Tree Basin
From spectator to participant. The Almenara team explore how planting and caring for trees cultivates connection and a shared purpose.
Land in our Names
Jamila Versi shows how BPOC-centred gardens can be a starting point for essential land justice and reparations.
Belonging
Wild boar are essential soil ecosystem engineers and were integral to the health of our woodland. Chantal Lyons describes their many useful talents and why we need to bring them back.
Permaculture Folk: Building a culture of regeneration
How do we move away from our current culture of sensationalism and repetition, to one of connection and creativity? Wren Albion shares his recipe.
Permaculture in times of War and Occupation
Is it possible to apply permaculture in times of conflict? And if so, is it adequate? Azul Thomé offers her findings.
Build an ‘Ultimate’ Chicken Coop
Grace Solkinson introduces us to ‘Life Care’, an adaptation of the People Care ethic, and how she’s used this to create a home for happy hens.
Farming with Worms at any Scale
Jackie Skrypnek & Jerome Osentowski explain why worms are a vital component of the soil food web in a multi-functional multi-yielding permaculture system.
Unusual Edible Trees to Grow at Home
Alan Carter suggests some of his favourite trees and shrubs, ideal for forest gardeners and home growers.
A Living Seed Bank
Darrell E. Frey takes us on a fascinating adventure through the biodiverse and colourful Buena Fortuna Botanical Gardens.
Seed Saving from Multifunctional Plants
Anne Stobart recommends some favourite medicinal plant species and advises how to harvest and store the seeds for healthy plants and healthy people.
Compost Toilet Evolution
Gavin Roberts outlines how he modified his compost toilet to enable intuitive and efficient use.
Herbs in Every Season
The autumnal goldenrod is a vibrant wild plant. Bevin Cohen reveals how to use it in the kitchen and medicine cabinet.
Forest Gardens as Living Classrooms
During her travels teaching permaculture, mostly for free around the world, Rosemary Morrow meets some extraordinary people. Here she introduces us to Norani Abu Bakar, engineer, social entrepreneur and community activist.