Why plant guilds?

Why plant guilds?

SUMMARY. In a food forest, every tree becomes part of an ecological guild – a community of plants that strengthen each other and thrive together. Each plant has a job to do: trees provide shade and food, ground cover improves soil fertility and prevents erosion,...
Growing Together: Donate to Food Forests

Growing Together: Donate to Food Forests

SUMMARY. Climate Action You Can Join! In times of climate change, food forests are our answer to a sustainable future. With just €5 monthly, you can become part of this movement. Food forests mimic natural forest ecosystems and produce diverse foods without artificial...
Review of two inspiring courses in Senegal

Review of two inspiring courses in Senegal

In February 2025, two important courses took place at the Ana Fonio farm in Senegal, attracting numerous participants from Germany, Europe and West Africa. These intensive workshops provided valuable knowledge about permaculture and syntropic agroforestry and combined...