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“Weeds play an important part in building soil fertility and in balancing the biological community . . .”

Quote by Masanobu Fukuoka

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Masanobu Fukuoka

Masanobu Fukuoka, a renowned Japanese agricultural reformer, was born on February 2, 1913, and passed away on August 16, 2008. As a farmer, he is best known for his natural farming method, which emphasizes the reduction of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, and the restoration of soil health. Fukuoka's agricultural philosophy has had a profound impact on the development of organic and sustainable agriculture worldwide. more

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“Straw mulch, a ground cover of white clover interplanted with the crops, and temporary flooding all provide effective weed control in my fields.”

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Book:The One-Straw Revolution: An Introduction to Natural Farming

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“The final principle of natural farming is NO PESTICIDES. Nature is in perfect balance when left alone.”

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“The only sensible approach to disease and insect control, I think, is to grow sturdy crops in a healthy environment.”

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“As far as my planting program goes, I simply broadcast rye and barley seed on separate fields in the fall . . . while the rice in those areas is still standing. A few weeks after that I harvest the rice, and then spread its straw back over the fields as mulch.”

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“I started natural farming after the war with just one small plot, but gradually I acquired additional acreage by taking over surrounding pieces of abandoned land and caring for them by hand.”

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“By raising tall trees for windbreaks, citrus underneath, and a green manure cover down on the surface, I have found a way to take it easy and let the orchard manage itself!”

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“Since I turned the fields back to their natural state, I can't say I've had any really difficult problems with insects or disease.”

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“Of course, I have made mistakes . . . just as every grower does. However, I never really think of them as mistakes!”

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“One of the most important discoveries I made in those early years was that to succeed at natural farming, you have to get rid of your expectations. Such "products" of the mind are often incorrect or unrealistic . . . and can lead you to think you've made a mistake if they're not met.”

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“Although natural farming - since it can teach people to cultivate a deep understanding of nature - may lead to spiritual insight, it's not strictly a spiritual practice.”

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