Bananas are some of the most versatile plants in Syntropic farming. They protect fragile seedlings and provide abundant mulching material (biomass) and tasty fruits, earning them the nickname “mother” in some regions. However, there are some key things to know to successfully grow and manage bananas in a Syntropic garden. In this article, we will … Read more
Syntropic Farming is a nature-inspired agriculture system developed by Mr. Ernst Götsch. It aims to grow a diversity of vegetation in an area over time, while simultaneously restoring ecosystems. Management of this system requires strategic planning based on natural succession and synchronized pruning practices. Syntropic derives from the term Syntropy, which proposes a relationship between … Read more
Over the years, Leucaena Leucocephala has been a constant source of frustration to many farmers in my region. As a kid, I remember watching an elderly neighbor painstakingly uproot small plants, referring to them by names I dare not repeat, even to this day. Years later, I finally found the name of this troublesome bush … Read more
This afternoon, while I was picking some French Cashews, I noticed that the trees were flowering once again. Curiosity got the better of me, so I decided to do a bit of research, both online and around the island. I confirmed that French Cashews are available between May and July in Grenada. The peak season … Read more
