Sir Albert Howard was a British agricultural scientist who is often referred to as the "father of modern organic farming." He championed a number of ideas and practices that are still important in sustainable agriculture today. Some of these ideas include: The use of compost: Howard believed that healthy soil was the key to healthy … Continue reading Sir Albert Howard – Father of Modern Organic Farming

Back to Biodiversity Overview The Shannon Index takes into account both the number of species present in a given area and their relative abundances. The index is calculated using the following formula: H = -Σ(p * ln(p)) where: H = the Shannon Index p = the proportion of individuals belonging to each species ln = … Continue reading The Shannon index for calculating biodiversity

Back to Ecology https://youtu.be/acjpwIxZzlA The video discusses the 12 principles of permaculture, a design approach that aims to create sustainable and self-sufficient systems by mimicking the patterns and relationships found in natural ecosystems. The principles can be applied when designing gardens, farms, and even entire neighborhoods. Huw's examples for applying the permaculture principles Observe and … Continue reading 12 Permaculture Principles – Huw Richards