In part two of this series, we will focus on how to incorporate ecological succession and stratification into design and management. We will go through several examples of a “conventional” layout for production of a given crop, and an alternative design which would enhance the planting and turn it into a living system. Putting such a system into practice involves much more than just a planting plan, so we will work through management strategies beginning with planting and culminating in a mature system.
Erik Schellenberg is the natural resource educator and commercial horticulture educator with CCE Orange County. He is also a student of Ernst Götsch, the creator of syntropic agroforestry and works to bring this way of approaching agriculture to North America.
SAVE THE DATE! Registration page coming soon. This program is virtual and will be held on Zoom (available through registration). If you have any questions, please contact Jonathan Bates at jb2663@cornell.edu
This event is free, however, donations help us keep future programming costs low for our community. Thank you for your continued support!
Last updated September 9, 2026