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
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
“Bio-stimulation” technology uses these low-strength, low frequency electromagnetic fields (EMF) which create energy potentials, including an oxidation-reduction potential, simulating various biological processes in plants, animals, soils and water. Continue reading Bio-Stimulation in an Agriculture Context
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
We’re offering reduced price Farm & Commercial Memberships for 2021 for a limited time only.
The ODPG welcome and encourage anyone interested in organic, biological and regenerative pastoral farming. We act as a support group for farmers, providing education, resources, advice and networking to our members. Continue reading Earlybird 2021 ODPG Memberships Open
Here is Gabe Brown giving the keynote address at Farming for the Future 2020 in Michigan, hosted by the Van Buren Conservation District back in March: “Regenerative Agriculture – Letting Nature Work For You.” Continue reading Farming for the Future: Gabe Brown Keynote Address
Congratulations to ODPG member, Sky Horton of Agregenz who organised this successful Regenerative Farming event Continue reading Kaikoura’s First Regen Farming Event a Success
An interesting look into how Organic Farmers in the US are adapting to the change in demand for seeds and local produce as a result of Covid-19. Continue reading US Organic Plant Breeding Response to Covid-19
In this presentation from the ODPG Conference, Walter Jehne looks at how Organic and Regenerative principles restore soil function, restore the filtering of nutrients, restore soil carbon and restore water storage; all of which mitigate and reverse Climate Change. Continue reading Walter Jehne: ODPG Conference Presentation
Phyllis Tichinin, soils consultant, eco-nutritionist and former organic dairy support farmer, takes a look at soil aggregation, an important aspect of soil function and health, and shows us how it works. Don’t miss the interesting demonstration she uses to prove her point in her presentation ‘Soil Aggregation Made Sexy: Biology vs Water Power’ Continue reading Phyllis Tichinin: ODPG Conference Presentation
Dr. Alistair Humphrey, Medical Officer of Health for Canterbury, investigates the correlation between high rates of nitrates found in the water supply and the incidence of bowel cancer, and looks at the role of commercial dairy farming in his presentation ‘Drinking Water: Colorectal Cancer & Nitrates’. Continue reading Dr Alistair Humphrey: ODPG Conference Presentation
John McCrone’s article on the ODPG Conference (Day 1) in which he outlines presentations by Peter Barrett, Phyllis Tichinin, Hamish Bielski, Walter Jehne and Peter Fraser, and talks to attendees Dairy Farmer, Max Purnell, and Regenerative Consultant, John King. Continue reading Why Policymaker Interest in Regenerative Agriculture is Blooming
Washcreek Organic Beef and Lamb are grown on Mt Cass Station, a 2500 hectare farm that spreads from the Waipara Wine Country to the Coast. Continue reading Thank you, Washcreek!
Paul has a wide range of both academic and farming experience and we’re lucky to have him coming to talk to us about his speciality: soil carbon. Continue reading Paul Smith: ODPG Conference Spotlight
Committed Regenerative Farmer, Hamish Bielski is joining us at our 2020 Conference ‘The Regenerative Soil Solution’ at Lincoln University in March. Continue reading Hamish Bielski: ODPG Conference Spotlight
“With the concerns around agriculture in New Zealand and in the world at the moment, regenerative agriculture addresses so many of those.” Continue reading The Young Farmers Embracing Change
Meet Nick and Jo Collins as they discuss what conventional farmers can do to meet environmental regulations; things that they have learnt over their 15 years of organic farming. Continue reading Environmental Tips for Conventional Farmers
“I would like to know to what extent regenerative agriculture practices could play a role in reducing carbon emissions and producing food, including meat, in the future.” Continue reading Regenerative Farming and the Climate Question
By carrying out numerous experiments on his own farm, and educating others on the results, Steve is providing valuable research ‘straight from the farmer’. Continue reading ‘Straight from the Farmer’ Based Research
A fascinating look at how Peter Andrews uses ‘Natural Sequence Farming’ to revive parched land and turn them into flourishing, vibrant landscapes. Continue reading Rejuvenation of a Drought-Struck Land