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
Our next webinar will be looking at livestock methane in terms of carbon emissions in the farming industry. Continue reading ODPG WEBINAR: Methane. Friend or Foe?
Worth a watch is this 23-minute engaging, practical explanation of why Regenerative Agriculture is a giant step forward in tackling climate problems, as seen through the examples of Australian sheep farmers, who regularly face extreme weather conditions. Continue reading CHANGING PARADIGMS | The WHY of Regenerative Agriculture
This year, we have a total of 24 Commercial Members who help to keep the ODPG going with their membership, and often step forward when we need event sponsors or webinar hosts. We would like to say a big thank you to every single one of them for joining us this year. They enable us to support our organic and regenerative farmers with advice, resources, webinars, workshops and conferences. Continue reading Supporting our ODPG Suppliers
More bee hotels, flowering plants in public spaces, native plants on bus stop roofs and a reduction of chemical spraying are just some of the 70 initiatives used in Dutch cities to encourage a healthy bee population. But is it too late for the countryside? Continue reading Dutch Cities in Drive to Halt Bee Decline
In the ideal organic regime everything is balanced, the pests are no longer pests and disease no longer exists. The realization of establishing the above environment is it takes time, and lots of it. It also involves a lot of trial and errors that can be expensive. In our next webinar, we’ll be looking at forms of organic pest control with Tanya and Scott from UPL. Continue reading WEBINAR: Organic Pest Control
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 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
We have now released tickets for SUNDAY-ONLY for those who cannot attend both days. Please note that we are closing all ticket sales on Monday at midnight. If you haven’t booked yet, now is the time! Continue reading Ticket Sales Close Mon 15th March
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, 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
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
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, 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
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
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
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
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
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 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