Weeds can quickly take over our farm. Many farmers and gardeners reach for chemical herbicides to control weeds, but these can harm the environment, soil health, and beneficial insects. Managing weeds regeneratively without chemicals offers a sustainable way to keep your garden thriving while protecting your crops. This post shares some handy permaculture methods we use to manage weeds on our farm. These techniques are also great for gardeners looking to keep their spaces tid

When I first started designing permaculture plant guilds for companion planting, I quickly realized how confusing the whole concept could be. There is so much conflicting information about which plants grow well together that it felt like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces. For example, I found at least half a dozen websites arguing both for and against planting tomatoes and corn together. Some said they were perfect companions, while others warned they would compet