Resources
Dive into the world of syntropic farming and food forests with our collection of resources.
Watch inspiring stories and projects around the world that bring to life syntropic farming and ecosystem regeneration.
Discover a selection of literature, from foundational textbooks to the latest research papers, providing in-depth insights into the world of regenerative agriculture and food forestry
Engage directly with experts, find workshops and training sessions for a to help you get a more comprenhensive understanding of the technique.
What is Syntropic Farming?
Syntropic farming is both a technique and a philosophy that enhances energy, productivity, and the balance of crops in a regenerative sustainable way.
It is an agroforestry system, designed to minimise the need for external energy inputs (including human labour), increase the overall health of the entire ecosystem (including the carbon footprint), and provide better profitability and food security opportunities for communities.
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Its emphasis is on:
1- Maximising the use of photosynthesis and nutrients through diverse crops that occupy different strata of the air and soil,
2- Biological succession,
3- Increasing the biomass and vitality of the system, through constant pruning,
4- And the use of positive associations between plants.
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Imagine walking through a forest, completely filled with diverse crops all around you, where everything there is edible and/or usable. Hence, the nickname of Food Forests.
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This technique was initially developed by Ernst Gotsch, (and is still developing) by many people in the World and we have a lot to recognise to him and all the people related with this effort. Here is probably one of the foundational videos that let the people know about it. You will love it: