In this episode of ‘In the Woods’ podcast, hosted by Lauren Grand of Oregon State University’s Extension Service, we delve into the application of permaculture principles in forestry. Joined by Andrew Millison, a seasoned permaculture designer and educator, we uncover how permaculture-oriented thinking—ranging from road placements to water harvesting and species diversity—can transform forest management for long-term health, productivity, and resilience. Learn about practical examples from Oregon and global insights, including innovative projects in India and Sub-Saharan Africa. Whether you are an experienced forester or a small woodland owner, this episode is packed with actionable insights and advanced strategies to enhance ecological sustainability and economic benefits in forestry.

“A well-designed and well-placed road can actually harvest water, infiltrate it into the subsoils, build the water table, and create a stable access way for managing a forest.” Andrew  Millison, Senior Instructor II in the Department of Horticulture

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Resources Mentioned

• Permaculture: A Designers’ Manual by Bill Mollison – https://library.uniteddiversity.coop/Permaculture/Bill_Mollison-PERMACULTURE_A_Designers_Manual.pdf
• OSU Permaculture Design – https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/osu-permaculture-design
• Oregon State University’s Extension Service – https://extension.oregonstate.edu/
• Forestry and Natural Resources Program – https://www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/forestry-and-natural-resources
• Center for Rural Livelihoods – https://www.rurallivelihoods.org/
• Isha Foundation – https://isha.sadhguru.org/
• World Food Program – https://www.wfp.org/
• Cougar Mountain Farms – https://www.facebook.com/cougarmountainfarm/
• Bamboo Valley – https://bamboovalley.com/
• inthewoodspodcast.com – https://inthewoodspodcast.com/
• PACE, Professional and Continuing Education – https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/
• Oregon Forest Resources Institute –https://oregonforests.org/

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