Practical Knowledge, Rooted in the Field
Guides, references, and recommended reading for people working in or learning about regenerative agriculture and land stewardship.
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Guides & Reports
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Illustrated Guide to Agroforestry (English)
A visual introduction to agroforestry principles and regenerative systems.
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Yon Gid Ilistre Pou Agwoforestri
Gid sa a bay yon entwodiksyon vizyèl sou prensip agroforè ak kijan ou ka itilize sistèm natirèl pou ranfòse tè a, grandi pyebwa, epi amelyore rezistans kominote a.
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Practical Livestock for Regenerative Farming in Haiti
Explores how carefully managed livestock can restore soil health, increase biodiversity, and support regenerative farming systems in Haiti.
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Bèt Pratik pou Agrikilti Rejeneratif an Ayiti
Li montre kijan bèt, lè yo byen jere, ka ede amelyore sante tè a, ogmante divèsite plant ak bèt, epi sipòte pratik agrikilti rejeneratif ann Ayiti.
From Our Community
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Abundance Agroforestry
A guide to syntropic farming rooted in the philosophy of Ernst Gotsch, exploring how to work with natural succession to build productive, self-sustaining food systems. Foundational reading for anyone starting with agroforestry.
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Abondans Agwoforestri
Yon gid sou agrikilti sentwopik ki baze sou filozofi Ernst Gotsch, ki montre kijan ou ka travay ak siklus natirèl tè a pou bati sistèm ki pwodui manje tout bon vre epi ki kapab kenbe tèt yo. Se youn nan premye liv ou dwe li si ou vle konprann agroforestri nan fon li.
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Syntropic Planting Guide 2021
A practical field reference for establishing syntropic systems, covering planting sequences, spacing, species selection, and the management cycles that allow a system to build complexity over time.
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Plan Sentwopik Ayiti 2021
Yon referans pratik pou moun ki vle kòmanse oswa amelyore yon sistèm sentwopik sou tè yo. Li kouvri kijan pou plante, distans pou kite ant pyebwa, ki espès pou chwazi, ak kijan pou jere sistèm nan pou li ka grandi ak fòs ak tan.
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Vetiver Latrine Guide
A practical guide on building ecological latrines using vetiver grass for erosion control and sanitation. Designed for rural communities to improve health, soil stability, and water safety.
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Gid Latin Vetivè
Yon gid pratik pou bati twalèt ekolojik ak zèb vetivè pou kontwole ewozyon ak amelyore sante. Li ede kominote riral yo kenbe tè a epi pwoteje dlo yo.
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Papaya Seed Anti-parasitic Guide
A simple guide to using papaya seeds as a natural remedy for intestinal parasites, based on accessible, traditional practices for improving health.
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Gid Pou Konbat Parazit ak Grenn Papay
Yon gid senp sou kijan ou ka itilize grenn papay kòm remèd natirèl kont vè nan vant, baze sou pratik tradisyonèl pou amelyore sante.
Books That Inspire
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"One Straw Revolution" by Masanobu Fukuoka
A foundational text on natural farming, advocating for simplicity and non-interventionist approaches to agriculture.
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"Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Explores the deep connection between people and the natural world, blending indigenous wisdom with botanical knowledge.
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"The Hidden Life of Trees" by Peter Wohlleben
Reveals the complex social network and family structure of trees, bringing to light the fascinating aspects of forests.
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"Dirt to Soil" by Gabe Brown
Gabe Brown's account of rebuilding degraded farmland using regenerative practices. Practical, honest, and grounded in years of trial on his own land.
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"Agroecology: Leading the Transformation to a Just and Sustainable Food System" by Stephen R. Glessman
Provides a comprehensive overview of agroecological practices and principles for sustainable farming systems.
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"Farming While Black" by Leah Penniman
Leah Penniman's comprehensive guide for African-heritage people reclaiming their place in agriculture. Rooted in the deep contributions of Black farming communities to sustainable land stewardship, and full of practical instruction alongside historical context.
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