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The Syntropic Agroforestry Masterclass is an individualized journey into the workings of the Natural World and the practices of regenerative farming.
Through in-depth presentations, practical demonstrations and ongoing support, it empowers humans everywhere in the world to produce food regeneratively with minimal external inputs.
15 weeks Online Course
Catered to all climates, sizes and people
2 years full access to content
12 Learning Modules
40+ hours of in-depth practical, theoretical and philosophical content
13 Weekly live Sessions
2–3 hours per week, structured learning
2 timezones to choose
Weekly Homework
A range of supportive tasks to keep everyone moving and learning.
24 monthly meetings
2 years of monthly Q&A meetings
Continued support when it matters
Individualized Attention
1 hour 1:1 session to discuss your individual needs and troubleshoot
Global Community
Become a member of a global online community of syntropic practitioners
Dedicated Course Platform
Structured to help you organize your learning progress and achieve your goals
Private Telegram Group
Ask questions when they rise and engage with other participants in real time!
Course Summary
100% online training
Practice-based
12 weekly Q&A live sessions
30+ hours recorded content
In-depth Syntropic Theory
Weekly practical tasks
Individual feedback
30 places only
2 timezones
All climates catered
Masterclass Curriculum Summary
Wk 1. Introductions and Overview
Wk 2. Managing Living Soils
Wk 3. Site Analysis and Set-up
Wk 4. Forest Dynamics
Wk 5. Syntropic Design Theory
Wk 6. Design Practices
Wk 7. Syntropic Practices and Principles
Wk 8. Agroforestry Management Theory
Wk 9. Management Practice
Wk 10. Management Strategies
Wk 11. Comercial Considerations
Wk 12. Human Considerations
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Introduction
Syntropic Agroforestry involves an immersive and time-consuming process of decision making, where many variables regarding crops, land, values, climate, relationships, resources, rhythms, emotions, goals, people (and many others) must come together harmoniously in order to be able to withstand the uncertainties of the economic, social and natural worlds.
The quality of the interaction between the wo/man and Nature is what largely determines the longevity and "success" of this relationship (like in any other co-creative process). Success is by no means solely measured in kilograms of food output, but also in quality and quantity of consolidated life - both below and above soil, as well as in the household.
Inevitably, agricultural production and land regeneration are the outcomes of this relationship -
not the goal!
This 4 month-long program facilitates a gradual process where philosophy, theory and practice are integrated contextually by each participant. That is, the individualised approach ensures that all participants, regardless of their climatic and geographical challenges and opportunities, are able to assimilate and translate the principles, processes and practices into their context - their life.
Backed by 2 years of monthly meetings, you will be and feel supported when it matters most - at the early stages of the agroforestry organism's development, and while you are figuring out how you like to do it.
Unfortunately (or fortunately), I cannot tell you what to plant, what to do and how to manage - I can only provide indications. These must be your own decisions, you must have an understanding of all facets of this relationship. In that way, in "full knowledge", you can keep steering and conducting it towards harmony (it is a constant balancing act that requires a close human in charge).
There are no recipes!
Only you can decide what is right, good and beautiful for you and your land.
I will present and we will dialogue on numerous contextual, theoretical and practical concepts that will support you in that decision-making process, both during and after the course.
After the 15 week's program, our interactions and mutual support continues for 24 months (two years) to ensure that anyone that wants to do it, can do it and WILL DO IT!!!
We are together for the long journey!
Despite being delivered online, the pre-recorded content is the least important part of this journey. Most importantly, is your regular practice and your participation in the live sessions. Theory alone will get you nowhere (apart from some nice pub conversations), theory integrated with practice will take you where you want to go!!
The trainee does the training, what you put in, you get out.
I will support you all the way.
Simple!!!
Masterclass Objectives
- To provide an in-depth account of Syntropic agroforestry’s philosophy, theory and practice. An account that is loyal to its philosophy, methods and practices as given by Ernst Gotsch, and is illustrated by my experiences and stories gathered by almost 10 years of full-time syntropic practice.
- To complement this account with other regenerative farming frameworks/methods that strengthen the comprehension and practice of agroforestry management.
- To support students individually and collectively to absorb and understand the complexities involved and how they manifest in the student’s context.
- To facilitate a process where students create a realistic agroforestry project that best serves their unique context (from balcony, to subsistence to commercial scales), while being confident that it can be managed for as long as it lasts (could be forever).
Trainee Outcomes
- Practical skills in designing, implementing and managing climate-appropriate Agroforestry systems.
- Exposition to numerous agroforestry systems from different climates and scales.
- Understanding the laws and patterns of nature and how these can be used to produce food regeneratively and with minimal external inputs.
- In-depth knowledge of the philosophical context and its application in decision-making.
- Being part of a global community of practicing agroforesters.
- Feeling enthusiastic, engaged and supported.
Masterclass Delivery
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100% Online - 13 Live Sessions - 2 years monthly meetings
40+ Hours of Recorded Content
- 15 Weeks masterclass + 2 years monthly meetings;
- Weekly live sessions - Sundays for 2-3 hours.
- 1 hour 1:1 session to ensure individualised learning
- 2–3 hours of online content released weekly;
- Weekly structured homework and sharing;
- Dedicated Masterclass platform to organize learning, achieve goals and facilitate sharing;
- Private Telegram group;
2 Timezones to attend:
SATURDAY 6pm (UTC-3)
London - Saturday 10 pm
Madrid - Saturday 11pm
Los Angeles - Saturday 2pm
New York - Saturday 5pm
Hawaii - Saturday 11am
Sydney - Sunday 7am
SUNDAY 6am (UTC-3)
London - Sunday 10 am
Madrid - Sunday 11am
Los Angeles - Sunday 2am
New York - Sunday 5am
Hawaii - Saturday 11pm
Sydney - Sunday 7pm
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STARTS 28th of April 2024
Only 24 Participants
Investment
Less than 2 coffees per week...
Tuition Fees: AUD$1,500 (approx. €900 / US$980)
Payment options: Humanitix, direct deposit, PaylPal, Wise Transfer or a trustworthy payment plan (discussed individually – please get in touch).
Scholarships Available
Discussed Individually - please get in touch
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Course Curriculum
Modules |
Lectures/Video Content |
WEEK 1
Introduction and Overview |
Masterclass overview |
Syntropic World-View |
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Conceptual framework of syntropic agroforestry |
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Getting to know your soil |
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Micronutrients biofertilizer production and use |
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WEEK 2
Managing Living Soils |
Foundational concepts 1 - syntropic agroforestry overview |
Soil physical properties |
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Soil chemical properties |
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Soil biological properties |
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Managing soil biocenosis and nutrient cycling |
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Collecting soil samples for analysis |
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WEEK 3
Site Analysis and Set Up |
Foundational concepts 2 - regenerative principles |
Site selection |
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Site preparation theory |
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Bed preparation theory |
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Making the best syntropic bed – do it once, do it well!! |
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WEEK 4
Forest Dynamics |
Foundational concepts 3 – productive principles |
Natural succession - macro cycles |
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Natural succession - micro cycles |
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Plant life-cycles and senescence |
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Stratification – organizing plants in space |
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The influence of light on trees |
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The alchemy of water |
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WEEK 5 Integration week, to ensure everyone is on track. No new content, have a break, catch up!!
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WEEK 6
Design Theory |
Foundational concepts 4 - human participation |
Syntropic design theory |
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Managing monocots and dicots |
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Exploring plant propagation methods |
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WEEK 7
Design Practice |
Foundational concepts 5 – making naturally lawful decisions |
Syntropic design practice |
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Challenges and opportunities for syntropic agroforestry in Europe |
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Pulsing (re-setting) an existing orchard |
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WEEK 8
Syntropic Principles and Practices |
Foundational concepts 6 – managing polarities |
Density, time and leaf area |
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Soil coverage, energy accumulation, ecophysiology |
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Organic matter production, synchronization and pruning |
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Selective weeding, empathy, decomposition and humus formation |
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Chainsaw use and maintenance |
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Microorganisms’ propagation and inoculations |
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Making plant ferments – turning weeds into fertilizer |
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WEEK 9
Management Theory |
Foundational concepts 7 - elemental framework |
Agroforestry management theory |
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Managing ecosystems processes |
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Strategies from the Brazilian semi-arid (Caatinga) |
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Exploring agroforestry management tools |
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WEEK 10 Integration week, to ensure everyone is on track. No new content, have a break, catch up!!
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WEEK 11
Management Practice |
Emancipation from natural forces |
Management practices |
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Managing living systems |
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Management decision making process |
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Machete safe use and maintenance |
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Sharpening tools |
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WEEK 12
Management Strategies |
Exploring different types of mulch |
Managing (leaf) surfaces |
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Management of service plants |
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Brush-cutting efficiently for grass management |
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Wood-chipping safely and productively |
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WEEK 13
Commercial Considerations |
Economic considerations |
Commercial challenges of syntropic agriculture |
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Commercial potentials of syntropic agriculture |
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Inspiration stories - tropical/subtropical climates |
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WEEK 14
Human Considerations |
Human (individualized) nutrition |
Inspiration stories - semi-arid climate/mediterranean climates |
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Management styles |
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Philosophy of freedom |
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Consciousness and freedom |
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WEEK 15 You’ve made it, well done!! Now it’s time to put it into practice, and LIVE it………
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