I want to get out in the water. I want to see fish, real fish, not fish in a laboratory.
Sylvia EarleRead
It helps to think of soil as a living organism covered with skin like a human. We can live with a certain percentage of our skin damaged, but if too high a percentage is damaged, we die. So, too, does soil and thus most life
Interpretation
What this quote means
Soil is a vital living entity that supports life, and just like our skin, its health is essential for survival.
In this quote, Allan Savory emphasizes the importance of soil as a living organism that plays a crucial role in sustaining life on Earth. Just as humans can survive with some damage to their skin, soil can withstand some degradation, but excessive damage to either will lead to ultimate destruction, highlighting the need for careful stewardship of our natural resources.
Themes
SoilEcosystemLifeHealthSustainability
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on environmental conservation, this quote can illustrate the importance of soil health.
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