Brock's MN 2-Acre Consultation: Part 1 - PermaDesign for 5
By paul@richsoil.com (paul wheaton)
TL;DR: A new podcast series details Brock's journey to transform his 2-acre Minnesota property into a food-producing permaculture system for his family of five, addressing common design challenges.
- Holistic design considers unique site conditions and family needs.
- Ash tree abundance presents opportunities for hugelkultur.
- Addressing persistent "sadness departments" in design.
- Balancing diverse food production beyond staple crops.
- Expert consultation offers tailored permaculture solutions.
Why it matters: This case study offers practical insights into applying permaculture principles to a real-world homestead, highlighting common obstacles and creative solutions for self-sufficiency.
Do this next: Assess your own property for existing resources and potential challenges that could be incorporated into a permaculture design.
Recommended for: Homesteaders, aspiring permaculturists, and anyone interested in practical, real-world permaculture design for self-sufficiency.
Brock has foolishly sent money to Paul for a consultation on his 2-acre Minnesotan property with a bunch of ash trees for the inevitable hugelkultur recommendations, a persistent department-of-making-you-sad, and a goal of feeding a family of 5 on hopefully more than sunchokes and walking onions. Support the podcast on Patreon Show notes and discussion […]