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Lessons from 30 Years of Permaculture Magazine

Maddy Harland

In this episode of the Food Forest Podcast, host Louis De Jaeger speaks with permaculture pioneer Maddy Harland about her lifelong journey in ecological design and community resilience. From her childhood experiences in gardening to co-founding Permaculture Magazine, Maddy reflects on three decades of learning, experimentation, and activism within the movement. She shares the challenges of creating her first food forest on poor soils, the mission of the Earth Protectors Trust Fund, and the need to make permaculture accessible to everyone. The conversation highlights the joy of working with nature, the importance of patience, and the power of community-driven projects to shape a more regenerative future.

Points clés à retenir

    - Maddy’s permaculture roots trace back to her family’s love of gardening.
    - Her first food forest taught valuable lessons through the challenges of poor soil.
    - Permaculture Magazine was created to share knowledge and inspire practitioners worldwide.
    - Strong community involvement is at the heart of successful permaculture projects.
    - Permaculture principles can be adapted to any culture or environment.
    - The Earth Protectors Trust Fund uplifts indigenous-led regenerative initiatives.
    - Permaculture must be accessible to all – not limited to the privileged.
    - Patience and non-attachment to outcomes are vital qualities in regenerative work.
    - Natural swimming pools enrich biodiversity while creating beauty and enjoyment.
    - The future of permaculture depends on community connections and shared resources.

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