When it is understood that one loses joy and happiness in the attempt to possess them, the essence of natural farming will be realized. The ultimate goal of farming is not the growing of crops, but the cultivation and perfection of human beings.

We have come to the point at which there is no other way than to bring about a 'movement' not to bring anything about

Left alone, the earth maintains its own fertility, in accordance with the orderly cycle of plant and animal life.

By raising tall trees for windbreaks, citrus underneath, and a green manure cover down on the surface, I have found a way to take it easy and let the orchard manage itself!

If you do not try to make food delicious, you will find that nature has made it so.

Of course, I have made mistakes . . . just as every grower does. However, I never really think of them as mistakes!

In my opinion, if 100% of the people were farming it would be ideal. If each person were given one quarter-acre, that is 1 1/4 acres to a family of five, that would be more than enough land to support the family for the whole year. If natural farming were practiced, a farmer would also have plenty of time for leisure and social activities within the village community. I think this is the most direct path toward making this country a happy, pleasant land.