Hands-on Learning at Zaytuna Farm

To learn more about permaculture, visit www.discoverpermaculture.com. In this video, Geoff provides an update from Zaytuna Farm on a misty winter morning in Australia. He describes the progress of an earthworks course, highlighting completed tasks like building a swale, doing drainage work, and creating a canal crossing. He explains the practical learning experiences for students, including the importance of precision in earthmoving. Geoff emphasizes the functionality and aesthetic aspects of the swale, which will support a food forest and provide privacy for a cabin. He also showcases irrigation improvements, such as a recycled road pipe for canal crossings, and details the planting of vetiver grass and bamboo for soil stability. The video concludes with plans for further planting and the educational value of hands-on earthworks projects. To support us in making more videos: ► Sign up for our newsletter and the Permaculture Circle—Geoff's curated collection of 100+ free videos: https://www.discoverpermaculture.com/... ► Like us on Facebook:   / geofflawtononline   ► Follow us on Instagram:   / geofflawtononline   ► Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / @discoverpermaculture   ► And most importantly, enjoy your permaculture journey! #permaculture #permaculturedesign #swale #waterharvesting #landmanagement #watermanagement #sustainablelandscaping