Preparing For Hard Times

What happens when fragile supply chains break down? In this episode Geoff and the crew discuss survival gardens, water security, edible weeds, medicinal plants, and practical ways to prepare for uncertain times.

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Key Takeaways:

00:00:15 - 00:03:28: Why modern supply chains are fragile and how permaculture creates food security

00:03:28 - 00:04:24: Survival gardens and the power of perennial food systems - Isabell Shipard's books: https://herbs-to-use.com

00:04:24 - 00:05:58: Medicinal plants, foraging, and using plant ID apps

00:06:36 - 00:08:20: Jerusalem artichokes, edible weeds, and survival foods hiding in plain sight

00:09:24 - 00:10:51: Lessons from Covid and how permaculture builds resilience during crises

00:11:36 - 00:12:41: Geoff’s favorite survival crops: taro, cassava, yam, and chaya

00:12:41 - 00:14:29: Sprouts and microgreens as emergency nutrition systems

00:14:02 - 00:14:29: Action Step #1: Start sprouting seeds this week