Biodynamic/Organic Farming
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Biodynamic farming is a method of organic farming and gardening with a specific holistic and spiritual approach to growing food sustainably. The phenomenon we now identify as the organic movement arose in the early twentieth century as agriculture started to become more industrialized and synthetic fertilizer was introduced. Biodynamic farming was born from a series of agricultural lectures in 1924 given by Austrian philosopher and social reformer, Rudolf Steiner (1861 – 1925). While traditional farming has long used lunar almanacs, the biodynamic calendar also includes constellations and planetary alignments.
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Net Carbon Zero Emissions
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Our organizational goal is "Carbon Zero" which means we are totally off grid and produce no greenhouse gasses. We are 75% of the way there! We are looking to raise funds for more solar panels and generator in the near future. In the meanwhile, "Net Zero" refers to achieving an overall balance between greenhouse gas emissions produced and greenhouse gas emissions taken out of the atmosphere. For every moment we are on the grid (which are thankfully few) and for every moment our we need to run a gas powered generator when there's a power outage,. we are consciously rebalancing the scales to the benefit of our planet.
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Sustainability
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"Sustainability rests on the principle that we must meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Therefore, stewardship of both natural and human resources is of prime importance.
A systems perspective is essential to understanding sustainability. The system is envisioned in its broadest sense, from the individual farm, to the local ecosystem, and to communities affected by this farming system both locally and globally. An emphasis on the system allows a larger and more thorough view of the consequences of farming practices on both human communities and the environment. A systems approach gives us the tools to explore the interconnections between farming and other aspects of our environment." - The University of California Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program |
Accessable Vertical Gardening
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Vertical Gardening has been touted in recent years as the "technology of the future" for farming and agriculture. It has its benefits as well as it's limitations for large scale production.
We are creating a unique family/single home vertical garden system that will enable households around the world of all sizes to embark growing their own food. The benefits are tremendous: not only do we increase the nutritional value of our food, we reduce carbon footprint as well as water usage. Future programming will elaborate on the positive cognitive and emotional effects of this type of gardening. |
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Conscious Kids Garden Village
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We are offering a STEM K-12 educational space and garden at the close of 2022!
We've been privileged with regional school connections and partnerships. Even before the space was built, we reached 114 school aged kids with our programming for sustainability and growing one's own food! We are looking for future partnerships. If you are an educator, or administrator, reach out to us via the contact link here or below. |