So Übermommy’s off to her biodynamic farm, but what does that mean? I’m a gardener, not a scientist. Biodynamic is a pretty big word. Luckily, knowledge of science and vocabulary is not required to Google. There are so many smart people out there that someone has already anticipated my question. The Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association has a whole page dedicated to the question, “What is Biodynamic Agriculture?” But here’s the gist: Soil is King, so present it with gifts – organic manure and compost. Crop rotation and companion planting are, of course, crucial. Sustainability is another component – your farm or garden should be self-contained and self-sufficient. Then there’s the philosophy of knowing and understanding your surroundings. “Becoming one with the earth” comes to mind, but without the head-bobbing hippies. It’s ϋber-organic farming. And it’s not just for the Irish, Blue Planet Green Living has a great blog post featuring an Illinois family living biodynamically.