Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Practices Glossary

Glossary of Terms

Gain a deeper understanding.

By familiarizing yourself with these terms, you can gain a deeper understanding of the principles and approaches that promote sustainability in agriculture, food systems, and the built environment.

Farming & Food

Growing food and reshaping food systems — organic, agroecological, and farmer-led.

Forests & Wildlife

Protecting forests, wild ecosystems, biodiversity, and agroforestry.

Natural Building

Vernacular architecture and low-impact, locally rooted shelter.

Rights & Justice

Food sovereignty, land rights, and justice for farming and indigenous communities.

Seeds & Heritage

Saving seeds and safeguarding traditional and indigenous knowledge.

Soil & Regeneration

Restoring soil health and bringing degraded land back to life.