Conservation
Do you want to experience the future of sustainable agriculture? Join us on September 6th between 10 am and 1 pm at the Paradise Permaculture Institute (PPI) for a self-guided edible walking tour of our working farm! This hands-on event will give you a unique opportunity to explore how we’re turning the principles of regenerative agriculture into action.
We’re excited to showcase the latest updates on our farm. This spring, we completed our swale—a water-moving ditch system that helps nurture our land. We’ve also planted over 700 edible baby trees and shrubs, and we’re busy filling in disturbed areas with cover crops and native wildflowers. All of these elements are part of our ongoing mission to create a thriving, sustainable ecosystem that provides food, beauty, and resilience to our community.
At PPI, we’re passionate about sharing how perennial agriculture can transform the way we grow food. As Mark Shepard, author of Restoration Agriculture, wisely put it, "Every single human society that has relied on annual crops as staple foods in their diet has collapsed." That’s why we’re focused on growing high-calorie, perennial food systems that mimic nature’s processes, ensuring sustainability for generations to come.
Over the next three years, our farm will continue expanding, with more perennial foods and systems that can be scaled for any setting—from a backyard garden to a full farm or ranch. The key is that nature's patterns make life perpetuate itself, and sustainability is achievable anywhere.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just beginning to explore sustainable living, this event is for you. Discover how you can be part of the growing movement of people around the world creating edible, self-sustaining landscapes. And even if you don’t garden, this free, family-friendly event is a fun way to learn how local food systems can positively impact both the environment and the economy.
PPI is committed to contributing to the sustainability of our local food supply and economy through research, teaching, and demonstration of regenerative agriculture and permaculture practices. We’re not only helping to grow food but also supplying it to local restaurants, stores, and the Livingston farmers market.
Come walk with us, learn, and connect with others who are passionate about building a more sustainable world—one edible plant at a time. See you on September 6th!
Sign up at paradisepermaculture.org or call 406-222-9999.