Permaculture design principles and techniques can be applied to many areas  such as sustainable land systems, community and human systems, appropriate technology and the built environment. This workshop will allow you to find out more about the application, practice and methodologies of permaculture. You will explore..

Introducing the concept of Biodynamics as a system of agriculture/ gardening that has developed on the indications given by Ruldorf Steiner. The garden or farm is viewed as its own entity, with a life of its own. A Biodynamic System seeks to establish a sustainable, organic balance, which provides us with a healthy..

In this workshop, Robina will introduce a new model for permaculture-based ecovillage that she has been developing to meet the needs of the time we live in.  In her slideshow, we will 'visit' some of the successful global communities which have inspired her concept design to see how they function socially, economically..

Robina will share a permaculture-based strategy for food security which she facilitates with local communities around Aotearoa as well as globally.  Her work links urban and rural areas within a bioregion – building functional and cultural relationships around food between households, schools, farms and local businesses/organizations. 

Demonstration with a recipe hand-out

Come and learn how to create and maintain your own vegetable garden. This workshop will Include various methods of garden development depending on your situation. We will learn how to plan a garden to fit everything in and to avoid diseases, how to improve soil fertility and recycle garden waste.

Learn which fruits are appropriate for different situations and their placement for best positioning and use of space. Learn what to grow with your fruit trees to optimize soil and tree health. Seasonal calendar of tasks will also be covered.

Natural Culture – wild fermentation in the kitchen
Fermentation in the kitchen for food preservation and health benefits.

Natural Culture – wild fermentation in the garden