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Regional-Scale Permaculture: Forming a WNC Mutual Aid Society (& Mutual Aid Society Network)

Zev Friedman • 2019

Permaculture principles can be applied at a societal scale through Mutual Aid Societies. Learn how communities can collaborate to address ecological, economic, and social challenges for sustainable living and mutual support.

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Biochar for the Small Farm or Garden

Alex Gray

Biochar is a highly porous, carbon-rich material made from biomass through pyrolysis in a low-oxygen environment. It enhances soil health by improving water retention and nutrient availability and supporting microbial life while also acting as a method for carbon sequestration to mitigate climate change. Biochar can be tailored for specific soil needs and has numerous applications, such as in water filtration, composting, and livestock feed.

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