Invitation to a Two-Day Seminar on Biocyclic Vegan Agriculture and Biocyclic Humus Soil Generation
June 25–26, 2025 | Permakulturpark am Lebensgarten Steyerberg (PaLS), Germany
The German biocyclic vegan country organisation Förderkreis Biozyklisch-Veganer Anbau e. V. invites you to a two-day seminar on biocyclic vegan agriculture and Biocyclic Humus Soil generation, embedded within the ESC EcoSummerCamp at PaLS – Permaculture Park, a certified biocyclic vegan permaculture operation. This seminar offers a unique opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge from leading experts and experience practical applications in a dynamic learning environment.
Schedule
● Day 1 (June 25): Arrival by lunch, followed by expert presentations and an evening discussion session
● Day 2 (June 26): Practical insights with a farm tour and closing session, departure after lunch
Program Highlights
● Biocyclic Vegan Agriculture – Principles, benefits, guidelines, certification (Alina Gieseke)
● Biocyclic Vegan International – History, global network (Axel Anders)
● Biocyclic Humus Soil – Theory and practice (Dr. agr. Johannes Eisenbach)
● Keynote – Not War, but Peace with Nature (Bernward Geier)
● Round Table Discussion – The Role of Biocyclic Vegan Farming in Global Food Security
● Guided Tour – Explore the PaLS Permaculture Park and learn about composting & humus soil generation
Contributors
Alina Gieseke studied agricultural sciences and animal ethics. Within the German Förderkreis Biozyklisch-Veganer Anbau e. V. (Association for the Promotion of Biocyclic Vegan Agriculture), she is primarily involved in advising farmers, as well as in public relations and social media. In addition, she is also responsible for supervising projects funded by charitable foundations. In addition, she takes part in the German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture’s (BMEL) Dialogue Network for Sustainable Agriculture as an official participant.
Axel Anders gained experience in organic farming during his studies in the 1970s and 1980s and came into contact with organic pioneer Adolf Hoops. In 2016, he initiated the development of biocyclic vegan agriculture by connecting actors in vegan organic farming in Germany with the Biocyclic Network in Greece/Cyprus. As a co-founder of Biocyclic Vegan International, he is committed to coordinating the international network. He is also a board member of the German Förderkreis Biozyklisch-Veganer Anbau e. V. and of the UK charity Stockfree Farming.
Dr. agr. Johannes Eisenbach is a farmer, agricultural economist, and co-founder of Biocyclic Vegan International. Together with organic pioneer Adolf Hoops, he played a key role in establishing organic farming in Greece and developed the foundations of the Biocyclic Vegan Standard. In Kalamata, he operates a composting facility in the Biocyclic Park, where he made groundbreaking discoveries related to Biocyclic Humus Soil. Through lectures and seminars, he promotes the knowledge of Biocyclic Vegan Agriculture and the generation of Biocyclic Humus Soil worldwide.
Bernward Geier is a committed pacifist, environmental activist, and pioneer of organic farming. After studying agricultural sciences, he worked as a researcher at the Institute for Organic Farming. For 18 years, he was the director of the global umbrella organisation of the organic farming movement (IFOAM). Today, he works as a journalist, author, filmmaker, and campaigner, continuing to advocate for sustainable agriculture and environmental awareness. He is the founder of the platform Colabora.
Participation Details
● The seminar will be held in English and is open to a limited number of external participants.
● Participation fee: 50 € (40 € for Förderkreis members) − includes seminar access and meals.
● Accommodation must be booked separately via CAIA Academy:
📞 +49 (0) 5764 93045 (Tues-Fri, 10 AM – 1 PM CET)
✉️ oliver@caia-academy.de
🌍 www.caia-academy.de
Various lodging options are available, from camping to private rooms.
See the price list here.
Secure your spot and be part of this exciting exchange on sustainable, stock-free organic farming!
📩 For inquiries and registration, please contact: foerderkreis@biozyklisch-vegan.org
Please register by 30 April 2025.
We look forward to welcoming you!
This program is organised in cooperation with Biocyclic Vegan International and supported by the German foundation Stiftung Natur im Leben.
