All about Biochar
March 28th-29th 2026
Registration form: Click here
Phone: (+91) 9959865404
Location: Aranya Permaculture Academy, Zaheerabad, Telangana
This workshop provides a comprehensive understanding of biochar, its production, applications, and impact on climate change mitigation. Over two days, participants will delve into the theory and practice of biochar production, including its purpose, traditional usage, and contemporary applications. Through a combination of lectures, hands-on activities, and fieldwork, attendees will gain practical skills and knowledge to effectively implement biochar practices in various contexts.
* Overview of biochar and its purpose in climate change mitigation
* Biomass and Feedstock Management
* Practical Field Work – Production of Biochar, Preparation of Biochar Compost (GeoChar), Biochar Field Trials
* Practical Field Work – Production of Biochar, Preparation of Biochar Compost (GeoChar), Biochar Field Trials
Mrs. Padma Koppula and other experts
Permaculture Design Course
April 4th- April 16th 2026
Registration form: Click here
Phone: (+91) 9959865404
Location: Aranya Permaculture Academy, Zaheerabad, Telangana
This PDC is organised by Aranya Agricultural Alternatives at Aranya farm, Bidakanne, Zaheerabad.
The course offers a comprehensive introduction to permaculture principles, design practices and their application, with a particular focus on permaculture in the community. Our 13-day program allows participants ample time to digest theory, get hands-on experience and becomes part of the daily rhythms of the Aranya Permaculture Farm. We will also leave students with the tools and confidence to implement permaculture solutions in their own environments.
The curriculum is embellished and customized to the local landscape and to accommodate the needs of each individual participant.
For more Details refer to http://permacultureindia.org/permaculture-design-course/
The key focus of this course is to provide participants with an extensive toolkit of real and practical ways to face the most critical challenges of our times. Participants will not only receive theoretical frameworks but also gain extensive practical experience in each of the following subjects:
• Ethics and principles of permaculture
• Systems thinking & methods of design
• Learnings from Patterns in nature
• Understanding Soils
• Composting Methods
• Water harvesting and Earthworks
• Grey & Black water management
• Climates & Microclimates
• Food Forest
• Vegetable Gardening
• Lessons from Community Teachers
• Importance of Seed
• Building biodiversity
• Cropping patterns
• Plant Propagation Techniques
• Social Permaculture
• Ecological pest management
• Animal Integration
• Disaster Management
• Windbreaks and fire control
• Practical Designing Exercises
Key Facilitator Narsanna Koppula – Permaculturist
Co- Facilitator- Sneha Koppula
In addition to the above, we will have a few guest teachers who will bring varied skills, experiences and perspectives to the course!
Permaculture Design Course
April 4th - 16th 2026
Registration form: Click here
Phone: (+91) 9959865404
Location: Aranya Permaculture Academy, Zaheerabad, Telangana
This PDC is organised by Aranya Agricultural Alternatives at Aranya farm, Bidakanne, Zaheerabad.
The course offers a comprehensive introduction to permaculture principles, design practices and their application, with a particular focus on permaculture in the community. Our 13-day program allows participants ample time to digest theory, get hands-on experience and becomes part of the daily rhythms of the Aranya Permaculture Farm. We will also leave students with the tools and confidence to implement permaculture solutions in their own environments.
The curriculum is embellished and customized to the local landscape and to accommodate the needs of each individual participant.
For more Details refer to http://permacultureindia.org/permaculture-design-course/
The key focus of this course is to provide participants with an extensive toolkit of real and practical ways to face the most critical challenges of our times. Participants will not only receive theoretical frameworks but also gain extensive practical experience in each of the following subjects:
• Ethics and principles of permaculture
• Systems thinking & methods of design
• Learnings from Patterns in nature
• Understanding Soils
• Composting Methods
• Water harvesting and Earthworks
• Grey & Black water management
• Climates & Microclimates
• Food Forest
• Vegetable Gardening
• Lessons from Community Teachers
• Importance of Seed
• Building biodiversity
• Cropping patterns
• Plant Propagation Techniques
• Social Permaculture
• Ecological pest management
• Animal Integration
• Disaster Management
• Windbreaks and fire control
• Practical Designing Exercises
Key Facilitator Narsanna Koppula – Permaculturist
Co- Facilitator- Sneha Koppula
In addition to the above, we will have a few guest teachers who will bring varied skills, experiences and perspectives to the course!
Permaculture Design Course
June 14th - 26th 2026
Registration form: Click here
Phone: (+91) 9959865404
Location: Aranya Permaculture Academy, Zaheerabad, Telangana
This PDC is organised by Aranya Agricultural Alternatives at Aranya farm, Bidakanne, Zaheerabad.
The course offers a comprehensive introduction to permaculture principles, design practices and their application, with a particular focus on permaculture in the community. Our 13-day program allows participants ample time to digest theory, get hands-on experience and becomes part of the daily rhythms of the Aranya Permaculture Farm. We will also leave students with the tools and confidence to implement permaculture solutions in their own environments.
The curriculum is embellished and customized to the local landscape and to accommodate the needs of each individual participant.
For more Details refer to http://permacultureindia.org/permaculture-design-course/
The key focus of this course is to provide participants with an extensive toolkit of real and practical ways to face the most critical challenges of our times. Participants will not only receive theoretical frameworks but also gain extensive practical experience in each of the following subjects:
• Ethics and principles of permaculture
• Systems thinking & methods of design
• Learnings from Patterns in nature
• Understanding Soils
• Composting Methods
• Water harvesting and Earthworks
• Grey & Black water management
• Climates & Microclimates
• Food Forest
• Vegetable Gardening
• Lessons from Community Teachers
• Importance of Seed
• Building biodiversity
• Cropping patterns
• Plant Propagation Techniques
• Social Permaculture
• Ecological pest management
• Animal Integration
• Disaster Management
• Windbreaks and fire control
• Practical Designing Exercises
Key Facilitator Narsanna Koppula – Permaculturist
Co- Facilitator- Sneha Koppula
In addition to the above, we will have a few guest teachers who will bring varied skills, experiences and perspectives to the course!