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
Tag: 2021
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
Urgent Action Needed for Soil Pollution
With fertile soil now being lost at a rate of 24bn tonnes a year, pollution of the world’s soils will only get worse if urgent action isn’t taken, concludes a new UN report. And this will have a devastating effect on our fragile ecosystems and human health. Continue reading Urgent Action Needed for Soil Pollution
2021 ODPG Conference Report: The Fabulous Five
On March 21st and 22nd the Organic Dairy & Pastoral Group held their annual conference at Waitawheta Camp in Waihi. This year the subject was ‘Physics in Agriculture’. Physics connects chemistry and biology, and the field was brought into perspective by host presenters Steve Erickson, Ewan Campbell, Dale Speedy, Glen Atkinson and Tracey Simpson, the ‘Fabulous Five’. Continue reading 2021 ODPG Conference Report: The Fabulous Five
CHAOS SPRINGS: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
CHAOS SPRINGS has given so much support to the ODPG over the years, with Steve Erickson serving as Chair until last year. Not only has Steve been instrumental in organising this year’s conference, but Chaos Springs is also hosting a farm visit and Steve will be speaking on Phil Callahan’s body of work. Continue reading CHAOS SPRINGS: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
TRUE HEALTH: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
TRUE HEALTH has been involved with the ODPG for a long time, with Phyllis Tichinin serving on the Executive Committee until last year. We’re delighted that they continue to be involved, joining us as a conference sponsor this year. Continue reading TRUE HEALTH: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
SOIL FOODWEB: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
Soil Foodweb, New Zealand’s foremost soil testing lab, has been a valued supporter of the ODPG for many years as a Commercial Member. We’re very happy they are returning as a conference sponsor this year, with Cherryle Prew in attendance. Continue reading SOIL FOODWEB: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
Introducing Phil Callahan’s Work: ODPG Conference 2021
Phil Callahan’s keen observations led him to spend a lifetime studying how insects use infrared radiation and electromagnetism as a communication system for finding food, mates and navigating their environment. His many books enlighten readers into how Physics really works in nature. Steve Erickson will give a presentation of Phil’s work and tell how this knowledge will help you better understand the inner workings of your farm. Continue reading Introducing Phil Callahan’s Work: ODPG Conference 2021
Skeletal Sensory Shock: ODPG 2021 Conference
Dale Speedy and his practitioners now successfully treat people and animals with skeletal stress injuries using a Flinchlock Release developed through martial arts techniques to release impact pressure. Continue reading Skeletal Sensory Shock: ODPG 2021 Conference
ODPG 2021 Conference: Chair’s Invitation
Join us for an uplifting two day event as we introduce you to the world of physics in agriculture with five inspirational speakers and two farm visits. Continue reading ODPG 2021 Conference: Chair’s Invitation
QUALITY SEAWEEDS: ODPG Conference Sponsor Profile
Quality Seaweeds, has been a Commercial Member of the ODPG for a couple of years now. Colin Caldwell is very supportive, and it’s a pleasure to welcome him and his company to the conference as a sponsor. Continue reading QUALITY SEAWEEDS: ODPG Conference Sponsor Profile
Introducing Tracey Simpson: ODPG Conference 2021
ODPG Conference Speaker, Tracey Simpson, educates farmers on Homeopathy as well as giving advice to farmers on how to treat animals with Homeopathy. Her presentation will let you see that only physics can explain how Homeopathy actually works. Continue reading Introducing Tracey Simpson: ODPG Conference 2021
Biodynamics and Physics: ODPG 2021 Conference
Glen Atkinson has over 40 years of Biodynamics research under his belt. He’ll be connecting the dots from Biodynamics to physics for us, and his entertaining, simple explanations will provide a valuable understanding of the benefits to farming. Continue reading Biodynamics and Physics: ODPG 2021 Conference
PENERGETIC: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
We’re delighted to welcome our sponsor, PENERGETIC New Zealand, as a new ODPG Commercial Member this year, with Stuart Chaney at the helm. Penergetic’s work in bio-stimulation fits in well with the subject of the conference. Continue reading PENERGETIC: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
Introducing Dale Speedy: ODPG Conference 2021
ODPG 2021 Conference Speaker, Dale Speedy, has a remarkable method he has developed over the last 20 plus years working with animals. He calls this work, Bio-mechanical Impactology, ConTact C.A.R.E. Dale’s presentation and on farm demonstration will show you what is possible in treating your stock simply and safely. Continue reading Introducing Dale Speedy: ODPG Conference 2021
Paramagnetism and Soil Health: ODPG 2021 Conference
Amongst our list of conference topics is the concept of PARAMAGNETISM, and we’ll be examining Phil Callahan’s work with Steve Erickson of Chaos Springs, both at the camp and on Steve’s farm. Continue reading Paramagnetism and Soil Health: ODPG 2021 Conference
FARMLANDS: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
FARMLANDS is a long-term Commercial Member of ours, and always very supportive of our events. Gaz Ingram oversees the organic side of Farmlands, and he’ll be on hand at the conference. Continue reading FARMLANDS: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
Introducing Glen Atkinson: ODPG Conference 2021
ODPG Conference Speaker, Glen Atkinson, has been a student of Dr Steiner since 1976. He is is one of the world’s prominent Biodynamic Scientists with a wealth of international experience across every subject of Biodynamics. An entertaining vibrant speaker who will offer you many insights into this very valuable world. Continue reading Introducing Glen Atkinson: ODPG Conference 2021
Introducing Ewan Campbell: ODPG Conference 2021
ODPG 2021 Conference Speaker, Ewan Campbell, has 30 years of farming experience. This knowledge, combined with the study of research papers and books from agricultural experts in biology, chemistry and physics have developed a clear picture of how soils function in a productive manner. His presentation and tour of his farm will open your eyes. Continue reading Introducing Ewan Campbell: ODPG Conference 2021
Announcing the 2021 ODPG Conference
This year our two-Day ODPG Conference & AGM is venturing into new territory…
With FIVE renowned speakers and TWO farm field-trips, we’ll be delving into the concepts of Biodynamics, Paramagnetism, Skeletal Sensory Shock, Electromagnetism, Infrared Radiation and Homeopathy as we investigate the role of Physics in Agriculture. Continue reading Announcing the 2021 ODPG Conference