Alex chose Damuyu because it offered a supportive community network, which was crucial for someone new to rural living. The village is diverse and inclusive, with a strong presence of women and LGBTQ+ families, aligning with Alex's ideal of a gender-diverse and accepting environment. Additionally, the village provided a 'beginner-friendly' setting, allowing Alex to ease into rural life without starting from scratch.
Newcomers often struggle with the increased time and effort required for basic daily tasks, such as cooking, heating, and maintaining a home, which can be more labor-intensive than in urban settings. Additionally, the lack of modern conveniences and the need to adapt to a slower, more self-sufficient lifestyle can be challenging for those accustomed to city life.
A diverse community, whether in terms of people, industries, or ecosystems, tends to be more stable and resilient. Diversity allows for a variety of skills, resources, and perspectives, which can help the community adapt to changes and challenges. This principle applies to both social communities and agricultural ecosystems, where biodiversity promotes health and sustainability.
Midsummer is a major public holiday in Scandinavian countries like Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland. It celebrates the longest day of the year and is associated with themes of fertility, magic, and nature. Traditional activities include dancing, drinking, and collecting flowers, which are believed to bring magical dreams or fulfill wishes when placed under pillows.
Rural life often fosters closer, more interconnected community relationships compared to urban settings. In rural areas, neighbors are more likely to rely on each other for support, creating a sense of mutual dependency and cooperation. This contrasts with urban life, where interactions are often transactional, and people may feel more isolated despite living in close proximity.
New residents, often urban migrants, bring fresh perspectives, skills, and resources to declining rural villages. They can revitalize these areas by introducing sustainable practices, new businesses, and cultural activities. However, their presence can also lead to tensions with long-term residents, especially if the newcomers' activities disrupt traditional ways of life or exploit local resources.
In rural communities, the 'gift economy' fosters a sense of mutual support and interdependence. Unlike urban cash-based transactions, rural residents often exchange goods, services, and favors without direct monetary exchange. This system strengthens social bonds and creates a more resilient and interconnected community, where people rely on each other for help and resources.
Traditional agricultural practices face challenges such as urbanization, industrialization, and the migration of younger generations to cities. These factors lead to a loss of knowledge and labor, making it difficult to sustain traditional methods. Additionally, modern economic pressures often favor large-scale, monoculture farming over small-scale, diverse agricultural practices.
Climate change impacts rural agriculture by altering weather patterns, increasing the frequency of extreme events like droughts and floods, and shifting growing seasons. These changes can disrupt traditional farming practices, reduce crop yields, and force farmers to adapt by adopting new techniques or diversifying crops. In some regions, increased rainfall or prolonged dry spells have already significantly affected agricultural productivity.
The 'Mushroom at the End of the World' analogy describes how rural villages, like forests after logging, can become 'ruins' when their main populations leave for urban areas. However, these 'ruins' can also give rise to new life and opportunities, such as new residents or cultural practices, much like how mushrooms grow in the aftermath of deforestation. This phenomenon reflects both the decline and potential renewal of rural communities.
“昼晷已云极,宵漏自此长。”夏至这天对北半球来说因为有着最长的白昼,所以在世界各地被不同的民族用各自的方式庆祝。这次节目是与播客“团力结构”的串台——一档关于返乡青年和可持续农业的播客,按节气更新。我们的录制时间是夏至。
本期主播杜玥已经是别任性的老友(见Vol.128:在农村生活,是让我很有安全感的事 【附「女性生活者联盟」招募声明】|任性家园系列)),我在两年前拜访她和琪雯的农村小院的时候,我刚开始考虑回村生活的可能性,但还没找到合适的地点。一年半后,我已经找到了一个乡村的家,而杜玥和琪雯却失去了之前的小院子。(更多信息可以听节目或者关注公众号**@高龄小朋友**,并强烈推荐琪雯制作的手作饼干@高龄小朋友的零食铺)
现在的乡村是一些人生活的“牢笼”,同时也是另外一些人眼中的“世外桃源”。但在我们的经验中,乡村只是一座围城,里面的人想出去,外面的人想进来。不同地方的乡村大同小异,只是每个人的目的和需求大不一样。
换个角度看,乡村今天的衰落破败也许就像森林中倒下的树木、海洋中死亡的鲸鱼,只是自然界坎坷波动的一环。这一切的发生必然会给新的生命以丰盛的滋养——新村民和新资本正在像自然界中的分解者一样,涌进乡村这个正在“腐烂”的生态系统。ta们在汲取乡村剩余营养的同时,也会自然而然地生长出新的灵感火花、新的生活方式、新的乡村生态。
关于团力结构:
「团力结构」倡导顺应自然的生活方式。我们将围绕每个节气,邀请一线生态农人、返乡青年、可持续生活实践者等作为嘉宾,来一起分享对于节气、物候、传统的观察与思考。
「团力结构」主播:
杜玥,90后村居生活者,生活工作于威海。公众号:高龄小朋友
鱼缸,养蚕缫丝种菊花,生活工作于嘉兴桐乡。公众号:梅和鱼
月丽,可持续农业从业者,生活工作于深圳。公众号:梧桐岛市集
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时间点:
01:00 开场+主播和嘉宾介绍
05:26 夏至节气介绍和各地的节气观察
17:55 Alex选择大墨雨村生活至今体验
31:10 社区与生态的共同性:多元和稳定
42:36 在农村需要花更多时间在生活本身(比如喂饱自己),but 每个人在农村的生活状态可以有很多不同的“灰度”
52:10 如何面对现实的农村,破败中的“末日松茸”
1:05:55 城市里也可以生出很多新的生态,城市也可以种地,一年只织一匹布
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