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Different perspectives on the third permaculture ethic

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As we integrate into living, working farm communities, it’s important to remember that a permaculture farm is not a new idea.

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A manifesto for an internationalist permaculture movement By Becky Ellis Migration, the movement of people over landscapes, is, arguably, one of the defining characteristics of our species. Humans have moved over landscapes in search of food and other resources since before we were a species. And yet in our deeply capitalist society, the movement of most humans is severely restricted and criminalized. Recently, there has been an increase in racist xenophobia throughout Europe, Canada, Australia, and the United States including the rise of far-right hate groups, anti-immigrant nationalist political parties, and governments who criminalize migrants. In the United States, Trump…

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Need to attract a more diverse group of insects and pollinators? Here's how to grow a pollinator garden.

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What needs to be done for decolonising learning?

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Writing makes my stomach hurt. By Laura Bee I love writing. I’ve always wanted to be a writer. And I’m good at it. A few weeks ago, I landed a writing gig as an Editorial Intern for the Permaculture Women’s Guild. And with that gig came a flood of opportunities to publish my writing in a community of women whom I respect and admire. But those women also intimidate me, and a familiar anxiety is creeping in about sharing my work. I have found great comfort and understanding in being open about this anxiety. For the most part, when I share…

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A report back from the International Permaculture Conference and Convergence in Hyderabad, India. By Becky Ellis In November 2017, I had the amazing experience of attending the International Permaculture Conference and Convergence in Hyderabad, India. It was my first time at an international permaculture convergence and, more importantly, my first time in India. It was an amazing experience. My only regret is that I didn’t get to see very much of India, which means I have to return someday. The conference and convergence was organized by Aranya Agricultural Alternatives. The two day conference was located at Professor Jayashankar Telangana State…