Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Matrikunj


           Yesterday we visited the Organic Garden of Matrikunj – meaning the “Mother’s Garden” in Sanskrit.  Matrikunj is a self-sufficient natural farm that uses agricultural practices for a conscious and more harmonious future.  The farm has 42 acres that grows many organic fruits, herbs, medicines, flowers, and vegetables.  This is one of the farms that provides food for the different kitchens of the ashram. 
            The caretakers of the farm really seem to connect with the land and almost have a relationship with the plants.  The garden is truly a beautiful place and it was so neat to see many different bugs and even try different plants and herbs.
            “Trainings for farmers will be futile and unsustainable unless the attitudes of farmers are changed, and their priority shifts towards a desire to protect the earth instead of just using it to make money”.

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