Winter breaks are about to be over soon and there&rsquos something sustainable and fun you should try this year before it does. Here is a list of amateur to professional level permaculture courses across India that you can sign up for and can learn to grow your own food in less than a month.
Aranya Agricultural Alternatives, Telangana
Aranya is a Unicef acclaimed organisation that works towards changing the ecological discourses in the country. The organisation's site mentions that 'aranya' is a Sanskrit term that literally translates to 'forest' and hence, the community tries to connect back with nature with its attempts at bringing sustainable agriculture practices to common use. In its 13-day course, they try to provide a thorough overview of permaculture ideas, design processes, and applications, with a special emphasis on permaculture in the community. The curriculum gives learners plenty of time to absorb theory, gain hands-on experience, and adapt to the farm's daily rhythms. It is a certified curriculum, enhanced and tailored to the local environment of Telegana while fulfilling the learning needs of each student.
Course Dates February 12-24
Duration 13 days
Location Aranya Permaculture Academy, Zaheerabad, Telangana
Roundstone Farms Permaculture Design Course, Uttarakhand
If you are planning to travel to Uttrakhand in the coming holiday season, there&rsquos a pit stop you can make at Guptkashi. Roundstone Farms are bringing up a workshop on permaculture amidst the rocky and mineral-rich lands of Uttrakhand. In the 15-day course, the main objective is to make participants aware of aspects such as land design, waste and water management, food forests, natural building, sustainable technology, alternative economies, community resilience, and personal responsibility in the face of climate change.
Course Dates April 15 - 30
Duration 15 days
Location Buransh Heli Resort, Guptkashi, Uttrakhand, Ukhimath, Uttarakhand, India 246439
Auroville Green Practices Workshop, Puducherry
Spread across the Auroville township near Puducherry, the Auroville Green Practice is a hub for learning more about the environment. The organisation keeps on hosting multiple workshops on arts & crafts, architecture, sustainability, organic energy and permaculture. In its upcoming 3-day Intensive Permaculture Workshop, they plan to introduce their participants to a first-hand experience of working closely with nature and finding their rhythm to it. This is an introductory course which the interested learners can follow up with specialised courses.
Course Dates February 18 - 21
Duration 3 days
Location Kalpana Community, Crown Rd, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101
Website https://www.agpworkshops.com/
Saraya Permaculture Design and Advanced Courses, Goa
Saraya is an eco stay in Goa which along with its lounge stay, cafe and restaurant, provides courses for travellers to not only get rejuvenated but also learn to live in peace with mother nature. Their upcoming permaculture design and advanced course is a great opportunity for learners to get their hands dirty working with soil. The website may show a difference in course dates, so connect the organisers directly for booking the course via the contact details available.
Course Dates February 26 to March 13
Duration 16 days
Location Saraya, House No. 64, Chogm Road, Sangolda, Bardez, GOA, Goa, India 403511, Goa, India
Regerative Journeys by Aiyor Bai
It might not be feasible for you to trip around on such short notice but if you want to learn permaculture online, then Aiyor Bai is bringing in a 72-hour program within 15 days. The programme is an attempt to educate the learners about how important it is to grow with nature while staying at home.
Course Dates February 15 to 21
Duration 7 days
Location Online
Course Details https://tiny.cc/Regen_Journeys
Jambore Creek, Goa Permaculture Course
Jambore Creek in Goa is typically a Yoga and recreational centre. However, in 2022, the place has decided to host a permaculture workshop led by Smriti Malhi, who has over ten years of experience in the same field. The fifteen-day course could be an alternative and eco-conscious way of taking a retreat by the end of your holidays as the course focuses on the development of individuals through teaching them about nature. Details as to timings, stay, fees and other requirements are yet to be uploaded on social media sites.
Course Dates July 13 to 28
Duration 15 days
Location Calaistovada, Ashvem, Mandrem Rd, Ashvem, Mandrem, Goa 403527
