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 agwoforestri 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
An April 2025 field report on livestock, soil health, and regenerative farming in Haiti. For current practice, see our updated field notes: guinea-pig tractors move as ground and grazing conditions require.
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Bèt Pratik pou Agrikilti Rejeneratif an Ayiti
Yon rapò sou eksperyans teren ki soti avril 2025. Pou pratik aktyèl yo, gade nòt teren nou mete ajou yo: nou deplase kaj mobil kochondenn yo selon kondisyon tè a ak manje ki disponib.
From Our Community
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Abundance Agroforestry
A guide to syntropic farming rooted in the philosophy of Ernst Götsch. It explores how natural succession can inform productive food systems and provides an introduction to agroforestry.
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Abondans Agwoforestri
Yon gid sou agrikilti sentwopik ki baze sou filozofi Ernst Götsch. Li montre kijan ou ka travay ak sik natirèl tè a pou bati sistèm ki pwodui manje epi ki kapab kenbe tèt yo. Se yon entwodiksyon nan agwoforestri.
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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 Latrin 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 Reference
Reference material on traditional papaya seed use. Research is preliminary, and this material should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified health professional if you suspect an intestinal parasite infection.
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Referans sou Grenn Papay
Dokiman referans sou itilizasyon tradisyonèl grenn papay. Rechèch yo toujou preliminè; dokiman sa a pa ranplase dyagnostik oswa tretman medikal. Konsilte yon pwofesyonèl lasante si ou sispèk ou gen parazit nan trip.
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
Robin Wall Kimmerer braids Indigenous knowledge and plant science into one way of paying attention to the living world.
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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. Gliessman
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.
The Library Keeps Growing
These resources reflect what we read, teach, and return to in the field. Our forthcoming book explores ways of observing and working with the land through reflection and lived experience. English and Kreyòl editions are coming soon.
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