Overview​

Whatever your experience or interest we hope we have a workshop that resonates with you. Whether you live locally and wish to attend a workshop, you are visiting the Limousin region on holiday, or you wish to book a mini break away to coincide with one of our workshops we look forward to hearing from you soon. 

 

1) Introduction into Permaculture

2) Introduction into No-Dig Techniques

3) How to grow Microgreens

4) Beginners Guide to Propagation

5) Designing your Vegetable Garden

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All our workshops are currently taught in english.

 

La Ferme du Moulin des Monts is situated in a beautiful tranquil valley in Dept 87, Haute Vienne. Surrounded by water, with the river Vayres on one side, and a short canal and pond to service the Mill on the other. The site has been a working Mill since pre-Napoleonic times. Now a working Permaculture farm, small no-dig market garden and Micro-Green vertical farm producing highly nutrient dense foods. 

 

Our workshops are designed for you to visit a working farm and learn more about the benefits of Permaculture, No-Dig techniques and how to grow nutrient dense vegetables & microgreens. With so many problems facing us globally now has never been a better time to learn new skills to live in harmony with nature, to become more self sufficient, make positive changes to elements of life that you value. and minimise our impact on the environment. Our hope is that you will leave after our workshops feeling re-energised and inspired to be the change you wish to see in the world.

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WHAT IS PERMACULTURE ?

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Permaculture Design promotes sustainable and regenerative living and making a difference at a local level. Permaculture is an ecological and innovative design system for now and future generations. The phrase was coined by Bill Mollison and David Holmgren from Australia. Permaculture creates systems for regeneration and sustainable living in harmony with nature’s intelligence. There are 12 principles which give a beautiful framework sharing practical and productive methodology that cares for the planet and creates solutions to problems that we face both locally and globally. It is a philosophy & flexible movement that encourages us to be resourceful, responsible, self reliant and minimise our impact on the environment.  We can design ourselves out of the current world problems. It’s about aligning our actions to the natural systems so we become the most beneficial element on earth rather than the most damaging. We need a design plan, Permaculture has that design plan.

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WHAT IS NO DIG ?

 

​No-Dig methods give superb and time-saving results in the production of vegetables. No-Dig gardening, or no-tillage is a method that avoids disturbing of the soil. It is gaining in popularity in gardening and retentive farming. When growing crops, rather than using machinery such as tractors, plows, spades, to turn or cultivate the soil , no-dig is more or less leaving the soil alone.  One of the most favourable reasons of this method is that no-dig prevents soils erosion and compaction. This in turn creates healthier soil that absorbs, retains moisture and nutrients better. Using a mulch of compost on a no-dig vegetable bed it unlocks fertility and there are less weeds. By feeding the soil it results in healthier soil organisms and fine threads of mycorrhizal fungi (many which are harmed by tillage) which in turn means healthier crops and stronger yields. Plus you save time by not digging. 

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WHAT ARE MICROGREENS?

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Microgreens are just-sprouted vegetable/ herb seeds, that are in their first days of growth in fertile compost when picked. When harvested at this young stage of development there is a concentration of vitamins A, B, C and E, enzymes, and minerals (iron, calcium), beta-carotene, several antioxidants and even dietary fibre. In addition to having a low calorie and fat ratio, microgreens are known to be natural antioxidants contributing to the maintenance of good physical health. Micro-Greens are tasty nutrient dense superfoods.​

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About the area and what to expect

​Haute-Vienne is a department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in southwest-central France. Located in the Limousin, Haute-Vienne will reveal all its riches to you: historical heritage, green and generous nature, cultural and artistic life. Click here for more information.

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What to bring & what's not included

For most of our events, you’ll be outside for some of the day, so please dress according to the forecast and bring warm waterproof clothing in case of bad weather and wear sturdy shoes. ​Transportation to and from La Ferme du Moulin des Monts in not included.

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Nearest Airport

Limoges Airport is approx a 40 minute drive away.

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Your Hosts 

Your hosts David & Tracey and their adorable miniature schnauzer Alfie own and operate La Ferme du Moulin des Monts. We are qualified Permaculture Designers and are happy to help with designing your potager with you. To find out more about us please click here

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If you interested in joining us for a workshop please get in touch to register your interest and get more information.

 

We are also happy to schedule a bespoke workshop experience based on our availability. So if you are a couple or a small group of friends please get in touch with the dates that suit you and we will do our best to accommodate you. All our workshops are taught in English and tailored for a beginner. 

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Calendar Dates for 2024 TBA