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

Quote by David Holmgren

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David Holmgren, born in 1955, is a renowned writer focusing on sustainable development and ecological design. His works have had a profound impact on the promotion of sustainable lifestyles worldwide. more

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