Stockbridge Sch of Agriculture 358 - Social Permaculture

Permaculture mimics ecological systems to design gardens, farms and homesteads which have the resilience and benefits of natural systems. Human designed systems however cannot function without social systems such as decision making, communications, organizational structure, and policy. This course will use readings, case studies, guest speakers and in class exercises to explore how to apply permaculture ethics and principles to a variety of social systems.

Open to Sustainable Food and Farming majors only. STOCKSCH 108, 119, or 186