Natural Sequence Farming

In Malawi it is estimated only 4% of the population is connected to the grid. The issue of lighting and school work is a popular discussion topic. The primary source of energy for cooking, heating and light in most village huts is open wood fires. These have adverse consequences for local children f...

What are people's thoughts on Yeoman's keyline principles compared with NSF? Are they competing or complementary approaches?

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A great read that is for the most part well argued and detailed. It makes you wonder where the so-called experts are coming from in the face of compelling evidence that the landscape can be saved if there is sufficient will. It would be helpful to include links or references to resources for further...

In the book Peter advocates establishing hedgerows on hilltops and ridges. He urges planting deciduous trees but does not make any recommendations. What variety of trees and scrub would be best suited to creating a fertility zone on small acreage??