This blog is an attempt to document my experiences working in sustainable agriculture development. At present I am spending a year as a CUSO volunteer in Thailand, working with a multi-ethnic Burmese organization as an Agricultural Officer. Three months into my placement I have already gained some fantastic insights into development and Burmese culture as it pertains to agriculture. My intent is to document these experiences for my own reference and as a resource for others with similar interests.
My focus is on traditional and sustainable agricultural practices as well as the social and economic implications of agricultural development, both in Asia and at home in Canada. While I lean towards permaculture in ideology, I also realize that there is no single solution for a sustainable future. Afterall, it is the devotion to a singular, industrial mentality that has brought us to our present environmental and social predicament. Diversity has been nature's approach to sustainable development (evolution) and I believe that diversity of thought and open debate is what's required for our own future.
I encourage everyone to comment on my posts; constructive criticism is encouraged.
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