Angry farmers are locking the gates of farms, which have tested negative for Mycoplasma Bovis, to stop the slaughter of their cows by order of the MPI. Continue reading Farmers Questioning the Mycoplasma Bovis Slaughter
Another chance to join Ian Mitchell-Innes on a pasture walk in West Otago. Continue reading Pasture Walk with Ian Mitchell-Innes
2019 is going to be a great year of growth for the ODPG with lots planned for our members. Join now, or renew your membership for an earlybird price. Continue reading 2019 : Join Us Now and Save
John King on Women in Farming. In this week’s ‘Focus on John King’, he discusses a phenomenon he has noticed over many years of teaching regenerative farming methods. Continue reading John King on Women in Farming
John King article about farmer innovation and change, and the influential people he has met along the way who made him look at farming from different angles. Continue reading Focus on John King
Sarus Cranes, once seen in great numbers in the Bhoj wetlands of India, are now in drastic decline, and the primary cause seems to be the use of pesticides in farming. Continue reading Saving the Sarus Crane with Organic Farming
In bid to support better farm practises and public health, France makes big push for organic consumption. Continue reading France makes big push for organic consumption
‘The Regenerators: A Better Way to Farm’ is an inspirational short film showcasing New Zealand farmers leading the way with regenerative techniques to save our rivers from pollution and contamination. Continue reading Recommended Viewing: ‘The Regenerators’
Go Organic! But ‘convert in your own time.’ Good advice from an established organic farmer… Continue reading Go Organic! But ‘convert in your own time.’
“New Zealand’s organic sector has grown 30% over the past two years to an estimated value of $600 million, led by a 42% jump in organic exports” Continue reading Healthy Growth in Organic Sector says New Report
“The traditional drought reserve might seem like a good idea, but Ian Mitchell-Innes of South Africa uses a different technique to build a drought reserve that is far superior to the traditional way of stockpiling grass…” Continue reading Good Grazing Management: Drought Reserves
Why is it that one carrot just tastes ho-hum and another carrot seems to explode with flavour in your mouth? What’s going on? Aren’t they both just carrots? Continue reading Farming for Nutrient Density
Miss the Dr Paul Dettloff Classes or need a Refresher? This is for you! Continue reading Miss the Dr Paul Dettloff Classes or need a Refresher? This is for you!