5 Quotes by David Holmgren

When we work with nature instead of trying to impose our will, the solution is often found within the problem.

Consciously designed landscapes which mimic the patterns and relationships found in nature, while yielding an abundance of food, fibre and energy for provision of local needs.

The Earth is a living, breathing entity. Without ongoing care and nurturing, there will be consequences too big to ignore.

Traditional agriculture was labour intensive, industrial agriculture is energy intensive, and permaculture-designed systems are information and design intensive.

It is not the project but the living process that will be the measure of our actions.