Exploring Korean Natural Farming

In this class, you'll explore the principles of Korean Natural Farming (KNF), a sustainable approach to agriculture that focuses on soil health, natural inputs, and ecological balance.

Learn how to apply KNF techniques to improve your garden or farm, using fermented plant solutions, indigenous microorganisms, and organic practices. This hands-on class will provide you with the tools to grow healthy, vibrant crops while minimizing your environmental impact.

Korean Natural Farming offers a sustainable, cost-effective way to grow healthy, resilient crops by working in harmony with nature. By using natural inputs and focusing on soil health, this approach reduces dependency on chemical fertilizers and pesticides, promoting long-term ecological balance.

What Will Be Covered:

• The core principles of Korean Natural Farming (KNF)
• How to create and use natural fertilizers and fermented solutions
• The importance of indigenous microorganisms (IMOs) in soil health
• Techniques for building healthy, productive soil

What Participants Will Do:

• Participants will learn to make natural farming solutions like fermented plant juices and apply KNF principles to enhance their own gardening practices.
• Expect hands-on activities and take-home resources to help you implement these sustainable farming techniques in your own space.

About the instructors:  Sebastian Vargo & Taylor Hanna aka Vargo Brother Ferments are passionate about teaching the benefits of traditional food preservation techniques, specializing in canning, fermenting, and cultivating probiotic-rich recipes. With years of hands-on experience, they are dedicated to sharing the art and science of food preservation through engaging and accessible workshops.

Host or Publisher Plant Chicago, NFP