Together, these trees turn El Castillo’s sunlit struggles into a testament of how a bit of shade and a splash of color can make all the difference in a town’s daily rhythm.
Generations of Artisans: Crafting Value, Culture & Sustainability in Costa Rica’s Monteverde – Arenal – La Fortuna Region
Their work is not just a product; it’s a piece of culture, a slice of sustainability, and a brushstroke on the canvas of Costa Rica’s rich heritage.
“The Last Seed: A Tale of Hope Amidst Ecological Chaos”
The last seed, once forgotten, now stands as a symbol of resilience and renewal. Will you let it wither in the dust, or will you plant it in the soil of your heart, nurturing it into a forest of change? The decision is yours, and the story is ours to write.
Nurturing Native Stingless Bees: Creating a Hive Haven in Your Home
As nature’s tiny pollinators, native stingless bees play a crucial role in maintaining the biodiversity of our ecosystems. Supporting these fascinating creatures through dedicated hive spaces can not only enhance…
Cultivating Change: Permaculture’s Path to Mainstream Governance
While challenges certainly exist, the potential rewards – a more sustainable, resilient, and harmonious world – make the pursuit of mainstream permaculture governance not only desirable but essential.
The Illusion of Plenty: Why the Tourist Economy is Not Food Secure
Relying solely on tourism can lead to seasonal fluctuations, vulnerability to external factors, increased dependence on imported foods, and shifts in land use that threaten traditional agriculture.
Embracing Tool Libraries and Construction Leftovers Depots in Permaculture Design
Tool libraries and construction leftovers depots are integral elements in a holistic permaculture design.
PermApiculture
Argentinian pioneer Óscar Perone developed a method based on the observation of undisturbed bees, particularly the size of the space choosen by bees and the way the nest “travels” through the combs they build themselves in that space as the seasons come and go.
Permaculture Network Benefits
Overall, organizing a permaculture network creates a supportive community that fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and collective action towards creating sustainable and resilient systems. It amplifies the impact of individual efforts, promotes learning, and inspires positive change on a larger scale.
Beehive Splitting Adventure
An Unforgettable Beehive Splitting Adventure in the Costa Rican Mountains
Permaculture Network in Costa Rica
By joining the group, you will be able to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for permaculture and learn more about the network’s upcoming events and activities.
Why to Organize a Permaculture Network?
Organizing a permaculture network can have many benefits for individuals and communities interested in sustainable agriculture and ecological design.
Can We Parallel Insect & Mammal Societies?
Both bees and mammals have social hierarchies, with individuals occupying different roles and positions based on factors such as age, size, and reproductive status.
Amazing Breadnut Tree
Its nutritional benefits, ease of cultivation, and low maintenance requirements make it an ideal choice for those looking to grow their own food sustainably.
Eat It or Build with It. Dendrocalamus Asper Is None Invasive Specie.
Its versatility, sustainability, and nutritional benefits make it an exciting area of study for researchers and food enthusiasts alike.
Permaculture Network Outcomes
Permaculture networks can have various outcomes depending on their goals and focus areas. Here are some examples of potential outcomes: Increased access to locally-grown food: Permaculture networks often focus on…
Kadok: Medicinal, Culinary & Ornamental
Piper Sarmentosum is a versatile and fascinating plant with a rich history, folklore, medicinal and culinary use.
Permaculture Is to Replace What?
Unsustainable practices have significant negative impacts on the environment, human health, and social and economic systems.
Permaculture & Collective Unconscious
Permaculture and collective unconscious intersect through the emphasis on interconnectedness…
International Permaculture Day Invitation
Location Awumaki Tel 60858631 WA 8796 9606https://maps.app.goo.gl/sLRCeo3LkycEkxiZA Permaculture Design gives hope to those who find meaning in nature as the design itself is a copy of systems regularly forming and found…
Permaculture & Meaningfulness
When we work together in this way, we create a sense of shared purpose and meaning that is deeply fulfilling.
What’s Unique of Okinawa Spinach Nutrition Value?
… This pigment is not only responsible for the vibrant color of Okinawa spinach, but it also has several health benefits that make it a valuable addition to human nutrition …
Did I Hear I Am a Walking Fertilizer Plant?
It promotes sustainability, biodiversity, regenerative agriculture, community building, and empowerment.
Homo Sapiens & Grass – Invasive Colleagues
The intricate relationship between humans and grass is a testament to the interdependent nature of the natural world.
Is Being Sustainable Same As Voting for Peace?
Therefore, promoting sustainability is an important way to prevent conflicts and promote peace.
Excited to Grow Tropical Lettuce?
Tropical lettuce varieties are better adapted to hot and humid climates.
Permaculture Cities Exist.
there are cities that have implemented permaculture principles in their urban planning and design.
Environmental grief
Yes, people can experience grief and other intense emotional reactions when they witness environmental destruction.
Emotions and Permaculture Connection.
Permaculture recognizes that everything in nature is interconnected and interdependent, and that humans are not separate from nature but a part of it. Similarly, emotions are not isolated experiences but are shaped by our relationships with other people and the world around us.
What’s So Great about Fermentation?
fermentation is a versatile and ancient technique that offers numerous benefits
Costa Rica Celebrates Permaculture
International Permaculture Day is a significant event in Costa Rica
What Will You Celebrate The First Sunday of May?
mimic the patterns and relationships found in natural ecosystems
Why Should I Care Whether There Is a Forest If I Don’t Live in It?
forests provide important ecosystem services that are essential for human well-being
Three Reasons Why Permaculture Is Decentralized
Here are three reasons why permaculture is decentralized:
Permacultureglobal.org – the interactive map and database of the Worldwide Permaculture Network
https://www.permacultureglobal.org/
Who Can Use Permaculture?
Anyone can engage in permaculture design, regardless of age, background, or experience.
Permaculture Network Explained
The permaculture network is a decentralized and self-organizing system that operates at local, regional, and global scales.
La Muricata Farm Tour
DESCUBRE EL SABOR DE COSTA RICA A TRAVEZ DE SUS FRUTOS Y PLANTAS CON UNA HERMOSA VISTA DEL LAGO ARENAL!
What Am I?
“There has never been a time when the brain existed without the signals coming from the microbes. “
Backyard Paradise
While in El Castillo don’t miss on this short trail, behind the socker field…. It’s a sample of how would the ecosystem look like if left untouched…. Besides that the…
Beyond Honey
Pulling this one off involved danger, pain, exertion and improvisation. Right out of our alley. Pick your challenge. So grateful for this one.
The Humble Dung Beatle and Its Alike
The dung beatle teaches us a nutrient cycle lesson, will we learn?
The “Smartening” of a Landscape
“It is in our powers to culture and to thrive within Smart Landscapes. Will it ever be our mainstream intention?”
The Electric Side of Pollination
“In response to the positive potential of the air, negative charge builds up on the surface of the flowers through a process known as electrostatic induction …”
The Amazing Story of Vinegar
… begins with the organic ability of sugar production. Plants produce, use and store sugars within their sap or juice or, converted into starch, to be deposited through their seeds,…
Hi Honey I Am Home!…
…. said the bee entering the hive. Bees love honey, so do very many other creatures, small and big, humans included. The relationship between humans and bees is ancient. Humans,…
Gavilana Permaculture Excursion
I am very grateful that I was able to be with Mary, Eva, Eric and Simon today and to have them over for an Excursion. Thank you beautiful family!
Black Pepper Magic
https://clinphytoscience.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s40816-021-00292-2
Directory of Organics in Costa Rica
https://upwardspirals.net/organic-directory/ “Find the Others. ” Thank you Mikey for sharing. I’m looking forward to hearing from the readers what they think.
Bamboo Sustains Entire Villages…
“there are about 1,600 species of bamboo, about 10% of them edible for humans”
Meet Joel from Diosa Verde
To care for 1.6 ha food forest it takes a good shape, skill and knowledge of plants and animals. All the above come with experience, the more the merry. Joel…
“Without Gavilana I Don’t Leave My Home…”
He explained in Spanish how his family takes Gavilana always with them when going for a vacation. It’s effective to help against a list of ailments like indigestion, food poisoning,…
Storing and Preparing Mushroom Medicine
DOES HEAT DEGRADE PSILOCYBIN? WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO STORE MUSHROOMS?
The Importance of Leaf…
… in the human diet is beyond a doubt the deciding factor when we reach for one. We particularly feel the pull when it’s perky, moist, tender and vibrant. Tropical…
Winter Solstice 22′
“My goal is a happy, healthy and lucky permaculture community… and I’m not the only one” “May we heal, may we know what’s enough, may we be still alive and…
Plant Inteligence and Human Consciousness Panel
Humans as a collective are failing to give a sense to their role in the earth’s ecosystem. Our most popular vision is to add a dollar sign to enything we…
Insect Technology
Imagine a baby growing in a span of few weeks to the size of a hump back whale. I know it sounds insane. Apparently, that’s the case though with the…
Find the others…
Do you feel it’s safe and enough to rely on biodiversity for resources? Do you want to live relying on resources stemming from biodiversity care? You may not be the…
Diosa Verde
If we compare the amount of species we introduced to Diosa Verde with the total amount of species that live there we realize that almost all came from the surrounding…
From Chile with Love
Maria Paz y Piero visit from Chile was a refreshing experience of being ignited over same cause. I’m looking forward to hear back from them about their permaculture project in…
Nature Knows No Poor
If you find yourself living in a heavily populated area the odds are you pay for everything, every drop of water, every crumb, everything. In a countryside, even the poorest…
Turn Waste into Fertilizer
Turn waste into fertilizer every day. To collect pee is very practical. The process of it becoming fertilizer is given and happens even without your intention. It’s fertilizing powers coupled…
Organic Green Banana
Organic green banana is a great substitute for potatoe virtually in all potatoe recepis. #food_resilience
