Thibaut studied life sciences at university and in the field for 8 years, gaining a Masters in Biology and Ecology, a Masters in Environmental Sciences, a Masters in Teaching Sciences, and a Permaculture Design Certificate. However, he could only find answers to many of his questions about life when he started his spiritual journey. In 2015, he spent almost the whole year at New Govardhan in Australia, where he became interested in Krishna consciousness. Today, he’s very grateful to be part of this inspiring self-sufficiency farm project in Radhadesh, as he feels it’s the perfect place for him to serve Krishna by working in harmony with nature. He hopes to make Radhadesh self-sufficient in the next few years as: “I don’t want to reincarnate to finish my service!”

Surabhi is the manager of the Publications office for Radhadesh and also recently took up position in helping the Premaculture project with communications and marketing. Her love for gardening and the environment came early on in her life from her grandmother. Now even though she spends more time in the offices than outside, she stays connected with this important project by serving in other areas.

Edvins feels that gardening is a great way to spend time in nature and do service for Krishna. During the last three years living in Radhadesh, he has always tried to do some gardening during the summer. He feels that if things are done intelligently and efficiently then, just by a little effort, Krishna reciprocates beyond our expectations. Edvins finds great pleasure seeing how plants grow, harvesting the fruits and vegetables, and making preparations for the pleasure of Krishna and His devotees. There is also great value in the fresh, organic produce from Gopinatha’s garden.  As Srila Prabhupada said: 

“Anything grown in the garden, that is hundred times more valuable than it is purchased from the market.” August 3, 1976, New Mayapur