This meetup group was created so that supporters of permaculture and other methods of sustainable, organic farming could come together, exchange thoughts, and apply these principles to their lives and city. Permaculture is a fast-growing form of agriculture AND way of life. Its principles are deeply rooted in various scientific fields such as "Deep Ecology" and "The Gaia Hypothesis," among others. The processes of the Earth herself are the models for all of its applications. Instead of carving o …

NOLA Green Roots facilitates garden training for hundreds of participants. By developing community gardens, we teach youth, low-income residents, and senior citizens how to grow fresh fruits and vegetables at a low cost. Our community gardens provide access to fresh produce and plants as well as lessons on satisfying labor needs, improving neighborhoods, building a sense of community, and connecting to the environment. We host workshops on gardening, chicken care, composting and growing your own …