Humates is a relative newcomer to the fertiliser scene here in New Zealand. It is one of earth’s natural resources being added to our planet’s surface after being buried for millennia. These ancient burial grounds are providing ‘black gold’ for our land. Join us on Wednesday to find out more! Continue reading WEBINAR: The Importance of Humates
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
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
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
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
Farming in New Zealand? Organic, Regenerative or Biological? We’re a friendly group full of collective knowledge, offering advice and education and a place to share ideas. Come and join us! Continue reading Reduced-Price Farm Membership Ends Friday
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
Looking at visual soil inspection during the ReGenerative Solutions workshops in Taranaki. Continue reading Regenerative Solutions
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
We’ve reduced the price of our Farm Membership as we enter the second half of 2020. If you haven’t already, now is the time to take advantage of our membership benefits: Continue reading Reduced Membership Fee for the Remainder of 2020
Plant Health for both Disease Supression and Human Health Nigel Greenwood, a regenerative cropping farmer who likes a challenge, talks about how his own experience with phosphate poisoning encouraged him to find a better way of farming, and the methods … Continue reading Nigel Greenwood: ODPG Conference Presentation
Prof. Heinemann starts his presentation talking about two pandemics – Covid-19 and the decades-old rise of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria. The full impact of the latter is unknown and there is no system in place to track antibiotic resistance globally. Continue reading Prof. Jack Heinemann: ODPG Conference Presentation
Peter Barrett discusses the subject of Cover Crops – keeping something green growing in the ground all year round – and all the benefits that come with them. Continue reading Peter Barrett: ODPG Conference Presentation
Jono Frew from Quorum Sense is off to a flying start as he cartwheels into his presentation! He talks about his journey into regenerative farming and the social and mental benefits that come with it. He believes that the regenerative approach not only positively impacts the farm, but also improves the quality of life. Continue reading Jono Frew: 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