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Brock's MN 2-Acre Consultation: Part 1 - PermaDesign for 5

By paul@richsoil.com (paul wheaton)
Brock's MN 2-Acre Consultation: Part 1 - PermaDesign for 5

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 […]