Food Forest Podcast: Sheila Darmos – How to Start a Bioregional Weaving Lab
By Commensalist | Future Proof Landscape Design
What does it take to build a regenerative movement from the ground up?
In this episode, host Louis De Jaeger speaks with Sheila Darmos, founder of Southern Lights and a leading voice in regenerative farming in Greece. After returning to her family’s organic farm, Sheila transformed it into a thriving agroforestry system with over 150 fruit trees and shrubs — turning it into a living example of biodiversity and resilience. She shares insights on community-building, education, and the personal growth that comes from living in harmony with the land.
In this conversation, Sheila explores: Transforming her family’s farm into a regenerative agroforestry model. How biodiversity fosters resilience and abundance. The power of community networks and local collaboration. Southern Lights as a hub for regenerative learning and action. How to navigate criticism and stay true to your purpose. Weaving together personal growth and environmental stewardship. What a “bioregional weaving lab” means for local resilience.
