One small act of kindness, generosity, or compassion may seem small when held up to the world’s needs. It’s tempting to believe that one person’s actions don’t make a difference. Yet it only takes a single candle to brighten the night.
Miracles in the Vineyard
In the vineyard, action and hope blend together. The viticulturist takes steps to grow grapes, but at a certain point she has to stop, wait, and hope for the best: for a harvest of sweet, juicy grapes. The themes of action and hope also meet during Hanukah.
Companion Planting in a Food Forest
In food forests, trees grow alongside herbs, veggies, vines, and groundcover. This design practice—combining plants to work together for the overall benefit of the whole forest—is called companion planting.
Agroforestry Around the World
At its simplest, the term agroforestry means incorporating trees into a farm. Agroforestry has been used across millennia and cultures, and we can find examples both in modern-day agriculture and ancient farming systems.
Everything You Need to Know About Food Forests
We’re back with the next installment of Everything You Need to Know. Today we’re talking about food forests and answering these questions: Why plant a food forest instead of vegetable beds? How does food forestry connect with permaculture and agroforestry practices, and where do Jewish agricultural values fit in?
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