Panya Project courses upcoming near Chiang Mai:
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Feb. 18 – March 4 2012:Permaculture Design Course
Here’s a video clip made for a Go Organic fair in Bangkok, talking about CSA. There are scenes from Fair Earth and Mae Tha, and some good messages. read more
The most recent round of UN climate talks produced little of substance. One thing that did emerge was the promotion of something called climate-smart agriculture. Here are some thoughts, photos and links. read more
The weather in Chiang Mai is fine in December, and the perfect time for another farm camp. Here are some pictures of the latest good rowdies. Big thanks to the families that made it possible. read more
Our friends John and Eed at Salsa Kitchen are featuring Fair Earth organic pork this month. Have a look at their website for a discussion of humane livestock rearing. Better yet, visit the restaurant and try some… read more
A friend in Chiang Mai has been a big help in explaining how to raise rabbits for meat on a small farm. This letter details the trials and tribulations and learning. read more
The results are in from a 30-year side-by-side trial of conventional and organic farming methods at Pennsylvania’s Rodale Institute. Contrary to conventional wisdom, organic farming outperformed conventional farming in every measure. read more
Another good reason to eat locally and organic: the industrial food system is arguably the main driver of destructive climate change. See this report by GRAIN on the linkages between food and climate change. If you’re buying food grown locally and naturally, then you can take pride in being part of the solution. read more
Why, despite the existence of many successful innovations in natural farming in Chiang Mai Province, do most local farmers seem relatively oblivious to these innovations or their potential benefits? Read this article to learn more. read more
Learn how to germinate orchid seeds in your own kitchen at Dokmai Gardens in Hang Dong. read more