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so much food because there is such a mass quantities produces by commercial farmers. We only need what is essential for us to survive, which is not as much we are conditioned to think. If we grew as much as we needed there would be no need for mass food production in the way commercial farming is done. Each principle in Permaculture can be applied to anywhere in the country and has been proven to work no matter what that circumstance is.
This article just breaks surface into numerous of ways to obtain a sustainable way of life. There is so much more we as humans can do to leave the smallest foot print we can on this earth. Being aware and educating yourself is the first step into becoming sustainable. Be mindful of what’s going on around you, reading up on articles, watching the news and getting involved in the culture of Permaculture. Even if you don’t practice a life of total sustainability, you can always do your part, granted if it’s just recycling. I feel this is a brilliant way to educate people about the sustainable lifestyle. Dawn Gifford’s website Small Foot Print Family is filled with educational readings that can help motivate you to living green and sustainable, I highly suggest it to anyone. I know because of this piece and many other teachings/readings I will experience in my college career, I will always be focused on a sustainable life style, so that my children’s children can enjoy this beautiful earth and all it has to offer. After all, the earth can survive without us, but we can’t survive without it.
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