You're wrong in saying our ancestors practised permaculture principles without even knowing it. They knew what they were doing. The term permaculture is just a new way of describing what Africans knew a long time ago and were already practising. Other than that I've enjoyed watching this video. The way you're living is the way we should be living. Where has all this development led us? It has led us to realizing that our ancestors were actually smart and lived eco-friendly lives. Cheers from Zambia.
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
Zikomo kwa mbiri! Hopefully we will meet when I travel to Lundazi next year. We all have our paths and purpose in life.
@lilacer68412 жыл бұрын
so true
@morningdew23092 жыл бұрын
@@totochipeta7499 sure
@eaglefliesalone54652 жыл бұрын
That's. The term permaculture is new and created to exploit indigenous be ut in African, Asian, South America knowledge.
@denice62392 жыл бұрын
There is nothing new under the sun just new man made terms. Our people always lived off the land, nutured the land,healing in the plants. The knowledge were taken, beaten, stolen from some of us but now we are seeing truth again. Thank you for sharing.
@Jesuslovechild13 жыл бұрын
"If you can't share you cant be holistic. Try and give more than you take."
@ambaluwanga3 жыл бұрын
Great to see that Kenya is rolling out great teachers of Permaculture.Its just a matter of time and we will be the leaders in the continent!
@rekzvs85472 жыл бұрын
Huge respect for what i have seen on this channel!
@ocayaro2 жыл бұрын
We must move past that competition mentality, which got the planet to the sorry state it is in right now. We move forward together by sharing. Have you not understood what he said in this video about sharing his seeds?
@matz.sjodin2 жыл бұрын
I agree with you. It's so nice and heartwarming to see Africans moving forward and take command. You can teach and learn from each other rather than having europeans telling you what to do. Like they know what life in Africa is all about. Perhaps Toto's choice of words is not the best but HEY we are all imperfect and mistakes can be corrected. I have plans to move to Africa so I'm greatful for all local tips I can get. It's a huge difference growing stuff in cold Sweden from the scorching sun or the massive rains of Africa
@esl0302 жыл бұрын
I just invested in a piece of land in my home country... loving the ideas.
@soinda872 жыл бұрын
It’s been there since our ancestors nothing new here.
@lori44142 жыл бұрын
Life is simple it is us human that makes it difficult 🙏🏼
@williamkiarie89453 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Slowly but surely you are putting Kenya in the global permaculture map.
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
That's the plan! Thanks for watching as always!
@chepindichepindi33283 жыл бұрын
Good job my brother.im so proud of you.this is the way all Africa should go and stop food shoratage.
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
Thomas Sankara ' He who feeds you controls you'. One farm at a time...
@bigmama42932 жыл бұрын
100% correct, can't wait to start mine soon
@chadcapitol66742 жыл бұрын
Loving this from new York , kudos bro
@billyosogo73663 жыл бұрын
Excellent work! Toto is one of the most industrious gentlemen I have met. His hunger for knowledge and his ease of passing it on to the next guy is unmatched!
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more! Loved spending the day with Toto, his energy is infectious :)
@eastlandoqueentv3 жыл бұрын
This is damn good
@christinemuga57163 жыл бұрын
@@GrowingSmall how to make a visit in his farm,meet and interact with....2022?
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
@@christinemuga5716 I can connect you with Toto, he's always happy to meet kindred spirits. Drop me a line at jaterw(at)gmail.com and I'll send you his contacts. Cheers!
@brucedownunda70543 жыл бұрын
Ubuntu
@naybobdenod3 жыл бұрын
Try to give more than you take, how cool is that :)
@mimibon70813 жыл бұрын
wish I could visit and meet this man so inspirational and encouraging
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
If you're based in Kenya you could definitely try to visit Toto!
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
Permaculture is anchored in sharing. So please visit and let's grow this channel. I feel closer to growing small cause Jakob captured my thoughts and shared it with this audience.
@acinamatata63422 жыл бұрын
@@GrowingSmall do you know how to contact him?
@marvinshi2 жыл бұрын
@@totochipeta7499 great work your doing my brother very very inspirational I too would love to visit you and learn afew things so that I can then go and implement whatever ave learnt in my shamba
@VK-qo1gm2 жыл бұрын
Love what he is doing. Permaculture could save our planet, stop hunger & stop pharma companies from being the ones we turn to for health. Would have loved to see & hear more from Toto, vid too short!. Thx for great content 🌺🇦🇺
@mikewilkins20302 жыл бұрын
Perfect brother! I hope you are well and content! JAH Love
@anneterwitte79593 жыл бұрын
He certainly is a role model for a better world! Thanks for sharing!
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for leaving a comment, Anne, I'm glad the video resonates with you.
@faithgichuru36173 жыл бұрын
So well explained. And such a beautiful place you have. And your outdoor kitchen!!!!!!!😍😍😍😍😍. I love that you're using earthen pots......they make the most natural tasting food ever. Simple but beautiful life.
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊 Toto cooked me a fabulous meal the day I visited.
@totochipeta74993 жыл бұрын
..and they are eco- friendly and cook faster than the sufurias... Karibu 2419 msitu
@faithgichuru36173 жыл бұрын
@@totochipeta7499 Yes they do. This took me back to my childhood. Though brought up in town, we used earthen pots a lot for cooking. And my mother only drank sweet cool water stored in an earthen pot. I saw yours and was so envious 🙈🙈🙈 I am definitely buying some. Going back to my roots... 😂😂😂😂
@rekzvs85472 жыл бұрын
@@totochipeta7499 You are awesome ;)
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
@@rekzvs8547 Thanks, I am humbled;)
@saiyydashapi59942 жыл бұрын
I was born I mombasa,in the middle of the city,but I love living the way you do it's my dream.
@shangoherumaat70012 жыл бұрын
Yes OGA love this beautiful way of life. Simplicity simplify❤ 🙏🏿😊
@fromthewellspring2 жыл бұрын
Amazing Toto! A home of peace and capacity to think deep and well!
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
Asante sana;) means thank you in swahili;)
@geina44122 жыл бұрын
I have been watching a lot of Homestead KZbin's from the US, it's nice to find your channel and learn a different way of farming as well.
@TheLittleLondonGarden2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed watching this.
@outlookaccount46253 жыл бұрын
Great video bro! Minimalistic yet abundant lifestyle
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
Perfectly summarized, nothing but to admire about Toto.
@DrewDubious2 жыл бұрын
all that mulch will also encourage fungal growth in your soil and that is super important. good work!
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
Thanks Drew;)
@lolar6085 Жыл бұрын
He clearly knows what and why he is doing. I would love to know about his process on how he did start and how is he doing on each season. Maybe what I want is to watch this guy on his own youtube channel!
@chewsday5760 Жыл бұрын
I'd like to grow catfish. My friend had an old pond that was abandoned for years. One day my friend's dad wanted to clean and empty the pond, to their surprise they found HUGE catfish thriving in that pond 😂 They're really resilient and don't need much care, also yummy.
@valentiadonellyaugustin2 жыл бұрын
I love everything about that video, thank you for the enlightenment. Stay safe be bless always .
@AfricanRoyal2543 жыл бұрын
Toto that’s awesome. Unbelievable variety. Nico mrasta
@kathidori85042 жыл бұрын
An other gem , You tube surprisingly put on my watch list today. I definitely will subscribe. And Mr. Toto, I salute you.
@harveyward40062 жыл бұрын
Awesome teaching from birth place of all modern humanity…well done mate …greetings from Sydney
@luknatu54462 жыл бұрын
Man..it took me 5 seconds of your video to know how nice person you are...great work..greeting from Slovakia :)
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
Thank you! There are many many amazing people and things in this universe. I am humbled to be a small part of it;)
@malikminoereira40502 жыл бұрын
ur responding creatively with nature
@lightongaddi77852 жыл бұрын
Toto!I will come for some seeds and the art work man.!
@terry01732 жыл бұрын
My first time to hear permaculture...love the video.... What a beautiful life it is.
@mk-xq1tt2 жыл бұрын
Grew up with kind of lifestyle and trying my best to continue with it. It gives such freedom.
@warfaageeddi31282 жыл бұрын
A man who relies on himself and living a pieceful life alone is rare in todays society.
@jsChelimo2 жыл бұрын
Good to see this from my country
@stellakimani97562 жыл бұрын
Great content! This is my next step. Hopefully soon. And yes, Africa is simply going back to basics, our roots. Our ancestors lived self-sufficiently.
@faithgichuru36172 жыл бұрын
Try it Stella.... you wont regret it. I am making my baby steps and loving it...it is a fulfilling way of life.
@jerryrigsit54003 жыл бұрын
This is awesome. I'm in the States and look forward to following your adventures.
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jerry, glad the content is interesting and meaningful to you.
@jerryrigsit54003 жыл бұрын
@@GrowingSmall the internet opens up the opportunity to meet so many folks with different perspectives.
@moniquechipeta7623 жыл бұрын
I am very proud of you my son, keep doing what makes you happy, I love you.
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
@@moniquechipeta762 he's rocking it Mama Toto :)
@HappyFarmUrbanPermaculture3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for pioneering. Am right behind you. Just started in the city of Nairobi
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
Very cool! Definitely get in touch with Toto so you guys can team up somehow!
@HappyFarmUrbanPermaculture3 жыл бұрын
@@GrowingSmall already there. This is my channel kzbin.info/door/Laag4l2YUDqCwEiWU8vRIg
@ryanking12232 жыл бұрын
That is a very good idea bro 👍🏼🙂 we will soon have to all do that 🤔
@judithhuntly23752 жыл бұрын
Such a refreshing look at permaculture, give more than you take, love the outdoor kitchen -for 'lazy people'.
@elijahwambugu93943 жыл бұрын
Congrats Toto so good to see you here I just love it
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Elijah, glad you found this video. Watching Toto on tape is fun isn't it!
@Mthethwa5942 жыл бұрын
Toto keep it up my brother, you doing great
@wanguindungurecheal2 жыл бұрын
I really love it ,like farming
@candacegallimore33642 жыл бұрын
Where can I buy artwork from?? Love it.
@GrowingSmall2 жыл бұрын
Get in touch with Toto at totochipeta@gmail.com I'm sure he'd be more than happy to chat with you about this!
@midomarvin87933 жыл бұрын
Ajaab sana. Very full of life with very simple lifestyle. Nimependa sana. 👏👏👏👏
@winniesiili49632 жыл бұрын
This is the life i want
@ErikRoseJohnsen3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this!
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Thanks for taking the time to share your appreciation :)
@MsWambz5 ай бұрын
Wow Toto,fellow classmates,your place is so serene
@bristolrovers272 жыл бұрын
Great video, I like this man and his methods
@cherylharewood61252 жыл бұрын
Great to see back to nature living and foods. Thanks for sharing.
@HumDoPremi2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful video guys
@fredsnyder3063 Жыл бұрын
🌞 well well young man, thank you for being a Teacher.
@akeem12213 жыл бұрын
Nice. Tru, water is important. I like the simple water storage you dug.
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting, took Toto a long time digging the fish pond by hand!
@mck55492 жыл бұрын
Yeah! working with nature, eating good food, moving away fom the high yield bad for everythign intensive high yield agriculture. the seed thing: I am in South Africa and have been realising that oranges, grapes and now paw-paw dont have seeds - dangerous situation.
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
We need to have seed banks so that we can create diversity and have variety. Fruits with their seeds are much sweeter...
@MyEverydayGarden2 жыл бұрын
I love this. What an awesome guy!❤️
@corneliuschenchen19472 жыл бұрын
Well done Toto
@lori44142 жыл бұрын
Self sufficient 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@prettyladie83272 жыл бұрын
He’s beautiful 😍
@treestem90812 жыл бұрын
You can by the way you can produce your own oil and salt too. Yes you can be 100% sufficient. Thanks for doing it and for sure you are changing the minds of those who know only to go to supper markets. Keep up the good work you are doing.
@carolinemwachi99352 жыл бұрын
Lovely indeed I pray everyday to be able to live this kind of life
@paulrajp6782 жыл бұрын
He pronounced choham,it's called chozham in tamil,It is located sothern part of india named tamilnadu, Madurai.May be coincidence among us.
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
I will watch the video again...I think my pronunciation may have been off;)
@wilsonhishono49802 жыл бұрын
you are an inspiration bro i want this life no worries and concerns
@LuomamaTed2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Toto for visiting my farm today
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
Hey Ruth! I liked your permaculture set up and your warm welcome.... and your knowledge is up there. I hope to visit you and Ole soon;)
@andra83672 жыл бұрын
Love this
@GrowingSmall2 жыл бұрын
If you loved this video, you may want to join my Patreon site where I uploaded the full interview (30min) I did with Toto covering issues around permaculture, minimalism, Pan-Africanism, life philosophy, and a more detailed discussion of his homestead set-up. www.patreon.com/GrowingSmall
@copysmith10047 ай бұрын
Awesome toto. I oike your homestead
@AmberJam648 ай бұрын
What an inspiring video! Thank you!
@mucha91962 жыл бұрын
Good for you man blessings to you
@GrandmaRob Жыл бұрын
Very knowledgeable and very good points brought up. Good video!
@promisedlandpromisedland46722 жыл бұрын
Idk if this man knows how blessed he is
@totochipeta7499 Жыл бұрын
Asante;)
@marianjoroge2286 Жыл бұрын
Love… So authentic.
@noveletterowe64462 жыл бұрын
I definitely love what you are doing been self sufficient.Agriculture all the way. it's a delite to watch to your plants growing and knowing one day you'll have a meal from them.
@waynedawson54912 жыл бұрын
Love this guys attitude, doing the same here in Australia, hearing him talk about the journey is inspiring.
@empressgad2 жыл бұрын
Loved this...this is how I want to live but it's so hard to start where I am...have to buy land first which will take time...
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
Well it might seem hard but I would encourage you to find a cooperative society so that you can save with them. Later on you can take a loan from them. But it all depends where you live( the country) ...the universe will conspire to make it happen.( from the Alchemist..)
@mandandi3 жыл бұрын
Really nice.
@nenemaria-cornfieldsgarden3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting to see permaculture practises in Kenya (I'm in the UK). I've just watched a few of your short films showcasing other gardeners, the quality of your work is great. I was shocked to see you have so few subscribers! Looking forward to seeing and learning more.
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm so glad that you've watched a few of my other videos and love them as well. It's the early days of my YT channel, so I hope the quality will further improve and attract a wider viewership over time. All the best and enjoy the UK spring!!
@christinemuga57163 жыл бұрын
The world will catch up..and in no time
@rogatienne22482 жыл бұрын
PLANTES Aromatiques et MÉDICINALES.
@rekzvs85472 жыл бұрын
@@GrowingSmall I've watched a dozen of your videos now and i love it!
@GrowingSmall2 жыл бұрын
@@rekzvs8547 Ahhh thanks for your kind words, so happy the videos are being watched and loved by real people out there!
@Bee-T2 жыл бұрын
Great stuff! Keep them coming. Way to go Toto, pongezi kaka.
@daverod12192 жыл бұрын
We're intuitively getting back to nature's ways. It's time. Like minded unite we need each other.
@emilystrijker8902 жыл бұрын
You are a super encouragement for us!! God bless you!
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
Thank you! One farm at a time;)
@gladyshill17002 жыл бұрын
beautiful ❤️ great to see this 😀
@norxgirl12 жыл бұрын
❤️ amazing set up....
@davidserge29142 жыл бұрын
Thanks very from Lbv Gabon
@PS-wz9fc2 жыл бұрын
Ya I know.. Peeing on tree with nature around is a secret desire many won't admit but is true..
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
The cycle of life. Eventually we feed the trees with our bodies.
@jokerwitte3 жыл бұрын
Great stuff! Keep it coming!
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Will do!
@lucaslutzerler54292 жыл бұрын
this video filled my heart with hope and joy 🌺
@NyarRailakende2 жыл бұрын
Hey am in Bondo Kenya 🇰🇪 also practising hydroponics farming growing my own food and feeding the community after 27 years I decided to relocate from Iceland it’s called KITC farm, karibuni sana
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
Welcome back bro;) keep growing strong...karibu sana!
@wandadrees63842 жыл бұрын
You try to give more than you take Excellent way to end the video Thank you for sharing your farm and knowledge
@Soulmystic73 жыл бұрын
Inspiring!!! Thanks for sharing!!!
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@faithwangari41302 жыл бұрын
Wow,great work and lifestyle.
@kamaubeth6712 жыл бұрын
Beautiful 😍
@goodharvest79542 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love this!! You got me interested!!!
@grovermartin68743 жыл бұрын
This video paints such a picture of serenity and healthy energy flow. I feel centered and at ease imagining myself there. What is the meaning of "2419"?
@GrowingSmall3 жыл бұрын
So glad the video resonated with you! 2419 is the distance (in km) between the Toto's homestead and his paternal home in Zambia. He's cycled it once and when he started his homestead decided to name it so.
@grovermartin68743 жыл бұрын
@@GrowingSmall Impressive choice! That is a l o n g distance to cycle. We see that it is also near to his heart.😁
@totochipeta74992 жыл бұрын
@@grovermartin6874 Jacob , growing small has a good memory. I am planning on doing another bicycle trip soon.
@edwinkarani55932 жыл бұрын
Beautiful life.
@bigmama42932 жыл бұрын
Wow! Can't wait to start my farm Thanks for the inside on permaculture.
@natejohnson57672 жыл бұрын
We need classes on self sufficiency,
@puertadoor87382 жыл бұрын
You go Toto!
@ibueroni20902 жыл бұрын
Good information, thanks
@winsomegunning58342 жыл бұрын
Love your message, so glad to have discovered you Channel.
@GrowingSmall2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@emilystrijker8902 жыл бұрын
I love the part about sharing! You are such a good example!