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The Biodynamic Association awakens and enlivens co-creative relationships between humans and the earth, transforming the practice and culture of agriculture to renew the vitality of the earth, the integrity of our food, and the health and wholeness of our communities.
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About Our Work
The Biodynamic Association (BDA) is a participatory, membership-based nonprofit organization that works to nurture the North American biodynamic movement as a diverse, collaborative, and thriving ecosystem. We help thousands of new people understand and practice biodynamics, bringing health to the land and vitality to the food system, and build bridges and partnerships to deepen and evolve the movement toward regenerative agriculture and social justice.
Learn, Discuss, and Build Community at the 2018 Biodynamic Conference
Join us for the 2018 North American Biodynamic Conference, Transforming the Heart of Agriculture: Soil. Justice. Regeneration., from November 14-18 in Portland, Oregon. Five days of programming will include field days at local farms and vineyards, inspiring and thought-provoking keynotes, hands-on workshops for beginners and experienced practitioners, delicious local and Biodynamic food and wine, artistic and cultural activities, facilitated conversations, and many new connections.
Gather, share, question, and explore together with 700-1000 farmers, gardeners, vintners, entrepreneurs, educators, researchers, activists, and enthusiasts from the region, across North America, and around the world.
Biodynamic Association Launches Project to Foster Cross-Cultural Exchange Between Biodynamic, Traditional, and Indigenous Farmers and Earth Stewards
A new project of the Biodynamic Association will focus on bridging biodynamic, traditional, and Indigenous agricultural communities across the Americas, with support from a grant from the Seeds, Soil and Culture Fund.
Posted on Sep 18, 2018
The Flowering of the Universe
By Delmar McComb: When studying the natural world, one soon becomes conscious of the fact that metamorphic and evolutionary processes are occurring all the time at every level of creation.
Posted on Aug 30, 2018
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Biodynamic Association
By Thea Maria Carlson: This month marks an important moment for the Biodynamic Association and the biodynamic community throughout North America. We are excited to share that after months of development, the Board of Directors and staff of the Biodynamic Association (BDA) have adopted a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement....
Posted on Aug 28, 2018
Biodynamic Handprints
By Jon Biemer: As one of the Biodynamic Association’s newest members, I would like to share why I joined. First, I will share where I’m coming from.
Posted on Jun 22, 2018
In Memory of Peter Proctor
By Ted Lemon: With Peter’s passing, the biodynamic community loses one of the key keepers of the biodynamic flame during the period after World War II.
Posted on Jun 19, 2018
Biodynamics in India: SARG Biodynamic Preparation Making and Training Center
By Thea Maria Carlson: On the last day of my two-week biodynamic journey in India, I ventured with several dozen others from around the world into the mountains of Northern India to SARG Vikas Samiti.
Posted on May 22, 2018
Thank You to Our Business & Community Partners
We are grateful to these businesses and organizations for their generous support of our work. We encourage to you to check out the full list and consider supporting them.
Join Us as a Business & Community Partner
Reach and support thousands of people interested in biodynamics and regenerative agriculture by becoming a committed Business & Community Partner of the Biodynamic Association. To find out more, contact Penny Molina at penny@biodynamics.com(link sends e-mail) or (262) 649-9212 x7.