An Invitation to Join the ODPG for 2022
As 2021 comes to a close, we’d like to invite you to join us for the New Year with a special earlybird price. Continue reading An Invitation to Join the ODPG for 2022
Author: Organic Dairy Pastoral Group
2022 Earlybird Memberships Open
Join the ODPG now for 2022, as a farm or commercial member, at a earlybird reduced price, and take advantage of all the benefits of membership. Continue reading 2022 Earlybird Memberships Open
Earth Supports Life
The Organic Dairy & Pastoral Group are pioneers of the oncoming paradigm shift. Providing a step-by-step guide to prepare farmers for the changes ahead is the mission they have been given. They are able to teach, mentor, educate anyone who cares to ask. How to manage the environment and animals without chemicals, antibiotics, urea and common fertilizers is a gift they are able to share. We’re here to help, so come and join us. Let’s get our hands dirty.
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Agricultural Plastic Pollution and Food Safety
With the constant use of plastics in farming, much of it single-use and often buried or burnt, our soils are full of microplastics, threatening our food safety with pathogens. Continue reading Agricultural Plastic Pollution and Food Safety
Two Free Farming Webinars
‘Sustainable Food Systems: Farming through Transitions’ on Wednesday morning and ‘Finn Ross: Regenerating Lake Hawea Station’ next Tuesday. Continue reading Two Free Farming Webinars
Our ODPG Suppliers, Service Providers and Educators
Our Commercial Members cover a huge range of organic and regenerative-friendly products and services between them. Follow the links to find out about them and what they offer. Continue reading Our ODPG Suppliers, Service Providers and Educators
Organic Sector Landmark Strategy Released
A landmark strategy to take New Zealand’s fast-growing organic production sector to the next level has been launched, aiming to contribute a cumulative $4.7b to New Zealand’s GDP by 2030 while reducing climate and environmental pollution. Continue reading Organic Sector Landmark Strategy Released
Trending Back to Dairy Milk in NYC
“With so many people claiming that alt milks are a path to dietary nirvana, Hesse posits that ordering “real” dairy milk has become an act of quiet rebellion.” Continue reading Trending Back to Dairy Milk in NYC
ODPG Webinar: Holistic Approach to Farm Management
In this webinar for the ODPG, Holistic Management educator, John King, will expand on routines and habits which bring consistency to business choices to reduce risk and lift profit while enhancing landscape function. Continue reading ODPG Webinar: Holistic Approach to Farm Management
The Way That We Farm Matters
Want to know ‘Why Organic?’ There are so many good reasons, and the Rodale Institute has put all the reasons together in an easy-to-navigate guide… Continue reading The Way That We Farm Matters
Researchers Waking Up to Regenerative Potential
Regenerative Farming has been gaining momentum with farmers, who are rapidly adopting changes to improve the way they farm, for themselves and for the environment, but research has been lagging behind for a variety of factors. Continue reading Researchers Waking Up to Regenerative Potential
The Private Life of Cows
This documentary on cows is part of a farming series that reveals the hidden lives of our farm animals. By spending time with a herd, Jimmy Doherty tries to find answers to many questions, such as how intelligent are cows? How does a cow work out who is the boss? And why are cows so sensitive to sudden movement? Continue reading The Private Life of Cows
Introduction to Agnihotra
Agnihotra is a Vedic Hindu practise using fire and ash, which claims to heal the atmosphere and replenish the nutrients necessary for healthy, organically grown crops. Continue reading Introduction to Agnihotra
ODPG Resources Available to All
While we do hold a large amount of resources especially for access by our members, we also have plenty for everyone to see. From articles and case studies to webinars and video lectures. Here are some of the highlights… Continue reading ODPG Resources Available to All
Zero-Emission Biomethane Tractors
Plenty of pulling power, zero-emission, twelve-hour running time on refillable cartridges, and one-third the weight of a conventional tractor, the world’s first hybrid bio-methane and electric tractor has arrived. Continue reading Zero-Emission Biomethane Tractors
Regenerative Hot Dogs
Land to Market, a Savory Institute initiative, aims to bring together brands across the world who are seeking to promote food containing raw materials that have been farmed regeneratively, using a protocol of measured outcomes. Continue reading Regenerative Hot Dogs
ODPG Webinar: Humates, Soil & Summer Crops
As winter has finally turned to spring and the last lambs and calves are born, farmers are planning ahead to the supplementary feeds required when plant growth slows again. In this webinar, Sam will discuss how humates are a fantastic addition to the soil when summer crops are planted. Continue reading ODPG Webinar: Humates, Soil & Summer Crops
Have Your Say on Glyphosate Usage
If you have something to say about the use of Glyphosate in the environment, here are two links to online Glyphosate actions – one a call for submissions, and the other a petition to reduce usage Continue reading Have Your Say on Glyphosate Usage
Food Waste Management and Farming
“Setting up local food waste collection and composting depots would mean farmers have ready access to high quality ‘living’ compost, right on their doorstep, while helping urban dwellers combat an ever-increasing food waste and landfill crisis.” Liam Prince Continue reading Food Waste Management and Farming
Organic NZ Awards 2021
This year, the Organic NZ Award ceremony took place online, thanks to uninvited guest, Covid-19, celebrating and honouring the hard work of our organic producers. Continue reading Organic NZ Awards 2021