Ecological Farm and Bird-Nest Box Station
Hungary
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Short description of your place and practices
A decade ago, I started restoring a landscape that had been severely degraded by humans. I had to restore an ecosystem that was damaged in many ways, while also making it suitable for food production. I applied the basic rules of agroecology, practiced chemical-free farming, planted native plants, created mutually supportive plant communities and made the entire area habitat-friendly: I ensured the living conditions available to pollinators in all seasons, I created a completely bird-friendly landscape, and in the meantime I began to observe my environment. I realized that if I support the community of the area with the right methods, I can create more efficient agricultural production, and I can also restore the health of the ecosystem. This is how I developed the Bird-human cooperation system over the years. A mutualist approach, which can be the innovative direction of agroecology, and which can create the symbiosis of agriculture and ecosystem restoration, thereby creating a vision of a much more livable future. More information on my website: www.bird-nbs.hu
Farm and farming system
Details of the farming system
I deal with ecosystem restoration, biodiversity, nature conservation and agroecological projects.
In recent years, I have developed an innovative agroecology and ecosystem protection practice, called: Bird-Human Cooperation System. A mutualist production model that builds on the cooperation between birds and humans and the principle of mutual benefit, and that can realize nature-centered and sustainable agriculture and landscape management.
In addition to my scientific work I run an organic farm in Hungary, where I practice chemical-free farming. I deal with herbs, wild berries and fruit trees- including indigenous varieties. Part of the farm is an extensive Bird-Nest Box Station, where I help the lives of the species that settle here with dozens of animal protection tools.
I believe in the power of cooperation and thinking together, which is why I am a member of many international organizations- I also regularly participate in important international environmental protection projects.
My goal is to show agricultural workers that cooperation with birds is key, and to raise awareness among communities about the importance of protecting bird populations and biodiversity.
What is your dream for the future of your farm and/or your location in general?
I would like to introduce people to the irreplaceable role of the world's birds in the cycle of nature, and to show that it is possible to implement an agricultural production in which nature conservation efforts also prevail. My goal is to prove that the relationship between humans and birds based on the principle of mutual benefit works, and that we are able to produce our food while restoring the balance of the ecosystem. I believe in people, I believe in the power of community and I believe in a more livable future!