Food forests

A food forest is an intentionally designed eco-friendly landscape that mimics natural forests to produce edible plants. It combines trees, shrubs, herbs, and ground cover in layered arrangements, fostering biodiversity and resilience. This sustainable system reduces the need for chemical inputs and maintenance while providing a diverse harvest of fruits, nuts, vegetables, and herbs. By working with nature rather than against it, food forests improve soil health, conserve water, and create an agro-ecosystem that supports both human needs and environmental health. They are ideal for long-term, low-impact food production in a variety of settings.