Food and Agriculture have a significant impact on the environment and our planet. So each inhabitant of rich countries "eats" about 2L of oil per day!
In our world today, it is therefore more than necessary to find sustainable alternatives to human food production!
So we developed on this site the technique called Sloth vegetable garden. It is an improved permaculture technique that makes it very easy to obtain quality fruits and vegetables without the use of any pesticides. The official name given is the phénoculture (from pheno: hay)
Improved agricultural techniques, debates on GMOs, livestock, fruits and vegetables (vegetable garden), pollution, pesticides and fungicides ...
An unstable climate and fluctuating markets: faced with economic pressure, farmers have every reason to diversify their activities. Electricity production is a growing trend and perfectly compatible with the operation of a farm. Discover all the advantages of agrivoltaics. What is agrivoltaics? Choosing agrivoltaics means combining […]
Water is a major concern in the life of a farm. Without it, neither livestock farming nor harvesting would be possible. With increasingly frequent droughts and a growing number of usage restrictions, farmers must learn more than ever to better manage this scarce resource. In this respect, having […]
Energy represents up to a quarter of a farm's variable costs. It is therefore a significant expense for all farms. Even though prices are beyond the farmer's control, it is possible to manage this budget and, consequently, reduce the farm's environmental impact. Organizing logistics, with equipment […]
Any farmer will tell you: fitting out a livestock building is never a simple step. Because in addition to doing everything possible to guarantee the well-being of the animals, you must think about the sustainability of the operation in advance in order to be profitable. We therefore invite you to review all the key points together […]
In recent years, animal welfare has become a major societal issue. Under the influence of animal protection associations, legislation and practices are evolving in our French farms. At a time when consumers, associations, and public authorities are demanding greater transparency from our breeders, let's take a look at how professionals […]
Do you want to reconnect with healthy eating while gaining independence? Does the idea of caring for animals on a daily basis appeal to you? Do you have enough space in your garden? Then it's likely that you've considered raising organic chickens at home. Because in addition to receiving […]
There may come times in life when the body needs a little help. To achieve this, it's possible to change your lifestyle or modify your diet. However, sometimes this isn't enough. This is where dietary supplements come in. But what exactly are they and what are […]
In winter, the weather and the ambient temperature do not necessarily prompt us to think about planting. However, several actions can be carried out in the garden to help prepare for the coming season. The opportunity to take out your winter clothes and take a breath of fresh air which is beneficial for your health!! Harvesting winter vegetables If […]
With the return of sunny days, and if you love nature, it is likely that an idea will start to run through your head: that of gardening!! Unfortunately in France, a third of households do not have access to a garden. However, we have good news if you are in this case: […]
With the arrival of spring temperatures, it is tempting to embark on the development of gardens and green spaces, or even that of a balcony vegetable garden. It is therefore the perfect time to recall the concept of permaculture, a mode of agriculture based on sustainable development, respectful of biodiversity and people and whose […]
A true ally for a zero waste routine, the bee wrap is causing a stir among food packaging today. It is not only popular for the aesthetics of its patterns but also for its reusable and ecological aspect. What is a bee wrap? How to use it? How to preserve its durability? Here is what to answer […]
Faced with the dangers that threaten the planet, in particular global warming and pollution, it is necessary to adopt good habits to avoid any risk. The organic lifestyle is proving to be one of the most effective ways to protect the planet. It allows you to save money, provided you know how to go about it. […]
Dressing eco-friendly is essential when we realize that the textile industry is one of the most polluting in the world. Between the harmful materials used, transport, toxic residues left in nature and ethical problems (living conditions of workers, etc.), textiles are wreaking havoc. So many reasons that push us […]
More and more individuals are choosing to grow their own fruits, vegetables and herbs themselves. This allows both to eat healthier, but also to save considerable money. Greenhouse cultivation offers many advantages in particular, by offering stable climatic conditions to your plants. But that's not his […]
Evolution of agricultural technologies in recent decades Agricultural tractors are among the equipment to have benefited from the mechanical innovations of the twentieth century. If the first models see the light of day at the end of the XNUMXth century, it will take a hundred years before they reach their maximum performance. The evolution of technologies will have facilitated the improvement […]
Animal and plant proteins - Nutritional powers and environmental issues Proteins are water-soluble macromolecules used in the constitution of all organic tissue (bone, muscle, etc.). They physiologically perform the functions of hormones, enzymes and antibodies. While proteins exist in countless forms, all of them are made up of only a molecular assembly of 22 amino acids called proteinogens. […]
In debate since 2015, Europe has today decided… towards the extension of the authorization of RoundUp despite the health risks for human health and wildlife. Indeed, the Member States agreed on Monday to re-authorize glyphosate for 5 years during an appeal committee after more than two years of intense debates on this herbicide […]
Spring finally arrived ! It's time to enjoy the first rays of sunshine and the blooming nature. For that, nothing better than to grow it yourself. No need to have a garden to have a corner of greenery, a balcony or a window sill will do the trick. Today, […]
Initiated in the spring 2014 on forums site, Didier Helmstetter's “permaculture” hay mulch technique is enjoying growing success both in terms of productivity results and popularity, with many gardeners testing the technique all over France ! As a reminder, this […]
The number 621 of Wolvendael Magazine of September 2016 devotes a 2-page article on the technique of the Potager du Laesseux. This article was written by Stève Polus (former editor-in-chief of the newspaper "Le Soir") and it is the very first written press article on the improved permaculture technique initiated and […]
Le Potager du Paresseux, report for August 2016 by Didier Helmstetter (alias Did67) Caption of the introductory photo: “Didier, in front of his big cabbages! "The" Potager du Laesseux "is a way of producing vegetables" more than organic "(ie without any treatment products or fertilizers, neither organic nor, of course, chemicals) without tiring, […]
INRA published a four-year study on the economic viability of organic permaculture. This study entitled “Permacultural organic market gardening and economic performance” shows that permaculture can be quite competitive economically compared to conventional intensive agriculture. The study was carried out on a fairly small area of 1000m², ie […]
Le Potager du Paresseux, virtual tour in video (s) by Didier Helmstetter (alias Did67) Caption of the introductory photo: “Didier, the lazy gardener, in the middle of… gardening! "The" Potager du Laesseux "is a way of producing vegetables" more than organic "(ie without any treatment or fertilizer, neither organic nor, of course, chemical) […]
Le Potager du Paresseux, presentation video by Didier Helmstetter (alias Did67): its origin, its objectives and its principles… Caption of the introductory photo: "The owner of the Potager du Laesseux surprised at work… explanation! "The" Potager du Laesseux "is a way of producing vegetables" more than organic ", in abundance, without any labor […]
Didier Helmstetter's vegetable garden. How to garden effortlessly with hay, a “4 in 1” super-material Photos: Didier Helmstetter. Introductory photo: vegetables grown in soil that has never been worked - no spade, no pickaxe, no hoe, no grelinette… And of course, without using a tiller! The use of hay, instead of others […]