If you’re one of the 130,000 people heading to Mystery Creek for Fieldays 2021 this week, check in and say hello to our Executive Committee members and ODPG Suppliers, and watch our ODPG Fieldays video. If you’re not already a member, look out for the discount code shown on screen giving you 50% OFF Farm Membership. Come and join us for the rest of the year for just $50! Continue reading ODPG at Fieldays 2021
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
Our ODPG Webinar Series continues with a look at the uses of Homeopathy in the current farming season, with Tracey Simpson from Homeopathic Farm Services. Continue reading WEBINAR: Homeopathy for Autumn
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
A webinar with Stuart Chaney from Penergetic NZ about using ELF soundwaves to holistically work with the root cause of a problem. Part of the ODPG Webinar Series for members. Continue reading WEBINAR: ELF Waves and the Environment
This article – ‘Grow Roots to put Soil Microbes to Work’ – from the Rodale Institute with Soil Ecologist Francesca Cotrufo (Ph.D) provides a great explanation of the role of microbes and roots in the sequestration of carbon in soil. Continue reading Microbes and the Soil Carbon Cycle
MPI have set up a number of Workshops and Huis around New Zealand, and online, to discuss the proposed regulations on Organic businesses, which are as follows:
Proposed requirements and processes associated with the approval of organic businesses. Recognition of third-party agencies and persons that would check compliance. Use of a national mark for organic products Continue reading MPI Workshops, Huis and more info on the Proposed Organic Regulations
Heading into a new committee year, we are delighted to welcome our two new executives into the fold, and look forward to working with them as we grow and support New Zealand’s Organic, Regenerative and Biological Farming community. Continue reading Introducing the Executive Committee
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
One of the subjects we’ll be covering at our conference is the use of Homeopathy on the farm and how the nature of the treatment can be explained by physics, with Tracey Simpson of Homeopathic Farm Services. Continue reading Homeopathy: ODPG 2021 Conference
The Organic Dairy and Pastoral Group is all about helping organic, regenerative and biological farmers to farm profitably, and supporting and encouraging a more holistic, sustainable way of farming in New Zealand. Continue reading Need Farming Help and Advice? Six Good Reasons to Join the OPDG
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
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
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