Food for the Soul: Biodynamic Gardening

Hans-Gunther Kern
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Food for the Soul: Biodynamic Gardening

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Let Hans-Günther take you on a journey into the realms of Biodynamic Gardening – and discover powerful dynamics through which micro and macro-cosmic influences affect your body and soul through the plants you eat.  

By integrating food production within the entire organism that is the Universe, we enter into a relationship with the cosmos, each other, and the Earth. 

In addition to cosmic influences on food production, Hans-Günther introduces you to the basics of working with the soil, compost, biodynamic preparations, sowing and planting. Filmed in West Lexham, one of our UK land partners, he concludes this enriching learning journey with a site assessment on the elements: air, water, and fire. 

Have fun experimenting, and enter into a rhythmic relationship with the environment once again.

Hans-Gunther Kern

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Hans-Günther is an international lecturer, course leader, consultant and project manager in the bio-dynamic approach to agricultural and community development. He began the Wholistic Living Community initiative as part of creating the New Earth. See more

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Hans-Gunther Kern

Meet your expert
Hans-Günther is an international lecturer, course leader, consultant and project manager in the bio-dynamic approach to agricultural and community development. He began the Wholistic Living Community initiative as part of creating the New Earth. See more

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Masterclass One

Meet Hans-Günther

Introduction to Hans-Günther and his holistic worldview, with an intimate understanding of nature at the basis of a New Earth.
Masterclass Two

Enrich your Body and Soul with Biodynamics

Hans-Günther speaks about how biodynamic gardening nourishes not only the physical body, but also the soul. By integrating food production within the entire organism that is the Universe, we are one with the cosmos, each other and the earth.

Masterclass Three

Live in Attunement with the Universe

Hans-Günther shows how we are part of a larger relationship that influences what we do. Biodynamic gardening goes beyond soil and plants, by considering microcosmic and macrocosmic influences on food production.

Masterclass Four

Align with Nature’s Rhythms for Health

Hans-Günther shows how in addition to cosmic influences, plant consciousness - like human consciousness - is affected by annual cycles and rhythms. The annual cycle can be seen as Earth going through a breathing cycle.

Masterclass Five

Grow Thriving Plants with the Moon

Hans-Günther explains how the most dominant rhythm affecting humans, plants and animals alike, is the rhythm of the moon. The moon influences anything related to cell division and reproductive cycles.

Masterclass Six

Understand Plant to Human Healing

Hans-Günther explains the different ways in which plants can nourish and heal humans. A full nutritional spectrum nourishes, in addition to the physical body generally, the 3 centres of consciousness: the gut, the heart, and the brain.
Masterclass Seven

Make High-Quality Compost

Hans-Günther shows that in addition to biorhythms, healthy soil is key to growing thriving plants. Compost, when prepared skillfully, is your primary intervention to restore depleted soil.

Masterclass Eight

Embrace Compost as Life

Hans-Günther shows how compost can be an ‘Altar of Transubstantiation’ if treated respecting the brilliant insights brought by Rudolf Steiner. By thinking of compost as a living being, we can transform it into something with soul qualities.
Masterclass Nine

Use the Right Tools

Hans-Günther asks “What is a gardener without his or her tools?” In this masterclass he takes us through the essentials of what is needed to work effectively with the earth.
Masterclass Ten

Become a Master of the Hoe

Hans-Günther asks; Which are the best tools for finer work in the garden? What are the top tips for their efficient use? The king of tools for finer work is the Hoe.

Masterclass Eleven

Know your Soil Types

Hans-Günther Kern explains that creating a really healthy and productive bed, depends on the rock and soil type present. Although complex, taking the time to understand the essentials is vital. Know your soil and rock types!

Masterclass Twelve

Prepare for your Seed Sowing

Hans-Günther takes us through the basics of preparing for and sowing seeds. Fertility is the key. Use the right tools and methods to create even, fine, moist lines to welcome seeds. Outdoor seeding needs many more seeds than indoor.
Masterclass Thirteen

Transplant Wisely

Hans-Günther gives us invaluable and detailed wisdom to transplant well. Recognise that each ‘family’ of plants has unique needs to ensure good root engagement. Understand how each grows, and adapt your transplanting technique accordingly.

Masterclass Fourteen

Be a Master Seed Sower

Hans-Günther Kern takes us through the fundamentals of excellence in seed sowing. Using a variety of seeds from squashes, courgettes, sweetcorn, and tiny lettuce seeds, he demonstrates that each needs specific support to ensure success.
Masterclass Fifteen

Assess your Site like a Pro

Hans-Günther Kern celebrates that you have a new site to grow beautiful veg and fruit. But how do you assess the site to get the best from it?

Masterclass Sixteen

Understand the Water Element

No water, no crops. Hans-Günther encourages us to think differently about the element of water. Think of it as the lament of movement and the flow of things. The expression of movement in our environment.
Masterclass Seventeen

Understand the Air Element

Hans-Günther asks; How do we create an environment where the light and airflow are supportive of plant growth?

Masterclass Eighteen

Understand the Fire Element

Hans-Günther asks; How do we bring identity, spirit and essence to ‘place’? How do we create a warm womb container for our garden? Hans introduces us to the element of Fire & ‘Warmth’ and its ethereal role in supporting wellbeing in the earth.

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