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El Manzano is in the business of design. We teach others how to do it and support them to develop design skills. But more importantly we design and implement resilient and productive systems. If you want to learn about Permaculture, then you’ve come to the right place! Our approach is to enable you to do it yourself.

We are developing a national and regional team of designers to implement solutions in homes and communities. We are working in an international context with the wider sustainability community, being mentored and supported to develop our capacity. We work with Darren Doherty of Permaculture.biz, Geoff Lawton of the Permaculture Research Instiutute, Gaia University and the Transition Towns Network.

This material is from our cooeagues at http://www.small-farm-permaculture-and-sustainable-living.com/permaculture_landscape_design.html. 

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Permaculture draws on three main sources of information and inspiration: energy organic farming gardening permaculture

• Natural ecosystems:

Natural systems such as mature forests or mangrove swamps are highly efficient and productive while producing no waste. Permaculture replaces natural ecosystem elements (e.g. plants and animals) with those that produce a yield for humans, while emulating their beneficial, symbiotic and interdependent relationships.

And so it creates a cultivated ecology of “useful” plants and animals.

• Traditional sustainable farming systems:

Like natural ecosystems, traditional farming systems are bio-diverse with elements working harmoniously together. The waste output of one element (e.g. duck manure) is captured by the system as an input to another (e.g. to feed fish). evironment and lifestyle sustainability

• Appropriate technology:

The best of appropriate technology is utilized to enhance system eco-efficiency and yield. Such technology includes water harvesting earthworks, solar and wind power, composting toilets, solar greenhouses, energy efficient housing, and solar food cooking and drying. different methods of self sufficiency

Permaculture Landscape Design

In your small farm or backyard, this is the harmonious integration of landscape and people to provide their food, energy, shelter, and other material and non-material needs in a sustainable way. You can see examples of our work in our portfolio here.

Ready to learn how to do it yourself?

Then you’ll need to get a grip on some key concepts:

• Key Principles

Follow our recommended steps to take before planning, and guidance on the best way to proceed with implementing your Permaculture design.