Focus on John King
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
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Study proves Organic Farming is Best for Bees
Study proves Organic Farming is Best for Bees, promoting diversity and stable populations. Continue reading Study proves Organic Farming is Best for Bees
Jersey Girl Organics: The New Gold Standard in Milk
Award-winning Lewis Road Creamery and Jersey Girl Organics of Matamata have teamed up to produce the absolute ultimate in milk. So good, there was no option but to give it a gold top! Continue reading Jersey Girl Organics: The New Gold Standard in Milk
Saving the Sarus Crane with Organic Farming
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
France makes big push for organic consumption
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
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An Introduction to ODPG
An introduction to the ODPG; a network of farmers who manage organic dairy and pastoral farms. Join us to gain access to resources, workshops, advice and support, and we’ll help you get the best out of your farm. Continue reading An Introduction to ODPG
Recommended Viewing: ‘The Regenerators’
‘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.’
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.’
Article: ‘Farming Should Be Easy’
An article about a New Zealand organic farmer’s easygoing way of farming. Continue reading Article: ‘Farming Should Be Easy’
Healthy Growth in Organic Sector says New Report
“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
Watch Now: Dr Paul Dettloff’s Workshops on Film
In March last year, Dr Dettloff came to New Zealand and we ran a series of inspirational workshops with him and True Health NZ. Film-maker, Gaylene Barnes, came along to film the workshops, and we’re delighted to let you know that these are now available for ODPG Members to view on our YouTube Channel. Continue reading Watch Now: Dr Paul Dettloff’s Workshops on Film
Agricology: A Treasure Trove of Resources
A member of our Executive Board told us about a great website the other day that’s chock full of interesting information and resources based on agro-ecological approaches to farming. Are there any websites you would like to recommend to us? Continue reading Agricology: A Treasure Trove of Resources
Good Grazing Management: Drought Reserves
“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
Miss the Dr Paul Dettloff Classes or need a Refresher? This is for you!
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!
New National Standards for Organics
Here is a first look at the new National Organic Standards being proposed. New Zealand has never had their own Organic Standard so has always relied on other countries to set the bar. Here is a summary of the proposal: … Continue reading New National Standards for Organics