Land is Life: the ALPA Manifesto
Land is a multifaceted entity, which now exists at the intersection of commodity, production interface, and exploited finite resource. In our bioregion, it faces challenges of degradation, abandonment, industrialization, and land grabbing, all influenced by societal spatial planning. However, beyond its utilitarian aspects, land holds a profound social and cultural significance, serving as a living soil with territorial and political attachments. It sustains livelihoods for both nature and society, acting as the natural bedrock for people and businesses, particularly in small and large-scale farming.
Land in our bioregion is central to the agri-cultural landscape, shaped by historical collective stewardship. The ways in which land was cared for in the past continue to influence the present, emphasising the need for a regenerative approach to land management.
ALPA’s objectives are rooted in responsible stewardship, aiming to reverse destructive cycles in soil and land management. Our organisation seeks to develop replicable blueprints for agroecological, regenerative approaches that can be applied beyond our bioregion, contributing to broader bioregional regeneration and sustainable land management globally. Through these initiatives, ALPA strives to create a harmonious balance between the utilitarian and cultural dimensions of land, fostering a resilient and vibrant bioregional community.
