Jon Dunn - Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) & Permaculture
🌱 Introduction and Context: Jon Dunn, an American, introduces the Omamaa Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) project near Helsinki. He explains the concept of CSA and its benefits for local communities and sustainable agriculture.
🏞️ Overview of Omama CSA: The farm is located in Tussula, with a history of 300 years. It covers 100 hectares, including forests and agricultural land. Dunn emphasizes the collaborative nature of the CSA, which involves multiple farmers working together.
💡 CSA Fundamentals: CSA is a system where community members support farmers by purchasing memberships, which fund the farming operations. In return, members receive fresh, local produce. Dunn explains the financial and social benefits of this model.
🌾 Permaculture Principles: Dunn integrates permaculture principles such as Earth care, People care, and Fair share into the CSA model. He discusses how these principles guide the farming practices and community interactions.
🌍 Environmental Impact: The CSA promotes local, organic farming, reducing the environmental footprint. Dunn highlights the transparency and sustainability of the food production process.
👥 Community Engagement: Members are encouraged to participate in farm activities, fostering a strong sense of community. Dunn describes various events and collaborative efforts that strengthen the bond between farmers and members.
📊 Challenges and Solutions: Dunn acknowledges the challenges faced by CSAs, such as financial sustainability and member engagement. He discusses strategies to overcome these issues and expand the CSA model.
🌿 Future Prospects: The presentation concludes with a discussion on the future of Omamaa CSA, including plans for expansion and further integration of permaculture principles.
