Versatile BIOSEA have been working with ocean-based liquid fertilisers in organic farming for decades, but they also have animal health and soil health products too. We’re grateful they have decided to sponsor the ODPG ‘Organics’ conference this month, and would like to invite you to read more about them… Continue reading Biosea : Conference Sponsor Profile
Your last chance to book a ticket for the ‘Organics: Past Present & Future’ Conference on April 19+20 before the prices go up… Continue reading Earlybird Discount Ends in ONE DAY
Roots Shoots & Fruits have a 20-year history with their great range of products for farmers and growers which reduce reliance on chemical inputs. As a Commercial Member of the ODPG, we’re proud to have them on board at the 2023 Organics Conference this month. Find out more about what they can offer… Continue reading Roots, Shoots & Fruits : Conference Sponsor Profile
As a long-term Commercial Member, Southern Humates have always been very supportive of the ODPG, and we are pleased to welcome them as one of our sponsors for 2023. Their humate-rich products and organic inputs give soil health a real boost, and they have products for animal health too. Continue reading Southern Humates : Conference Sponsor Profile
Many of us know Philippa from her long career as Editor of Organic NZ magazine and the roots she put down throughout the organic community during that time. Her articles have appeared in many newspapers and magazines over the years. A diligent researcher and excellent writer, Philippa will be investigating the differences between fake meat and milk and the real thing for our conference – a worthy subject for our ‘Past, Present & Future’ theme. We can’t wait to hear what she has to say. Continue reading Philippa Jamieson : ODPG Conference Spotlight
Tracey Simpson, with Homeopathic Farm Services, has been an ODPG Commercial Member for many years, and we have really appreciated Tracey sharing her expertise in webinars and as a 2021 conference speaker. This year HFS join us as a Conference Sponsor with their fantastic range of certified products for farm animals. Continue reading Homeopathic Farm Services : Conference Sponsor Profile
Nic is a scientific storyteller, able to unpack complex theories for a broad audience. His background in analytical chemistry, combined with dairy sector experience and his work on climate-positive farming make him the perfect speaker to tell us how to manage our farming future in a changing world. Continue reading Nic Conland : ODPG Conference Spotlight
Fertco has been working with Organic Farmers for a very long time with their certified products, and so it’s great to have them on board for the 2023 Organic Conference in Hamilton in April. Find out more about their CloverZone® programme below. Continue reading Fertco : Conference Sponsor Profile
We couldn’t hold a conference on Organics without a good look at Organic Certification, and there are few who are as knowledgeable on the subject as Matt Gallagher. As well as giving a presentation, he’ll be able answer any questions you might have. And he’ll be joined by Katrina O’Connor from the Organic Standard’s team afterwards to give us an update on the new bill. Continue reading Matt Gallagher: ODPG Conference Spotlight
We’ve been privileged to have Jono Frew speak at one of conferences before, back in 2020, and it’s great to see just how much he has achieved since then and to welcome him back. He’ll be presenting on the subject of ‘Farming aligned with nature for a healthy and resilient future’ and we know it’ll be fascinating! Continue reading Jono Frew: ODPG Conference Spotlight
The famous Rodale Institute in Pennsylvania has been conducting groundbreaking research on regenerative organic agriculture for 75 years and has become a global leader in the organic movement. To reveal the scope of work they do at Rodale, we’re very honoured to have Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Andrew Smith, joining us via videoconference. Continue reading Dr Andrew Smith | ODPG Conference Spotlight
We’d like to introduce you to ODPG Conference Sponsor, TRUE HEALTH, supplier of a wonderful range of animal remedies developed by Dr Paul Dettloff, and say a big thank you for the ongoing, much-valued support of owner, Phyllis Tichinin. Find out more… Continue reading True Health: Conference Sponsor Profile
We’re very lucky to have renowned soil ecologist from Australia, Dr CHRISTINE JONES, joining us at our two-day conference in HAMILTON in APRIL. For those in the organic/regenerative farming industry she needs no introduction, but read on if you would like to know more about the extent of her long career working and educating in the field of beneficial land management and soil carbon. We can’t wait to watch her presentation! Continue reading Dr Christine Jones: ODPG Conference Spotlight
A packed Two-Day Organic Farming Conference with six knowledgeable speakers and two fascinating field trips. A chance for all those with an interest in organic, regenerative and biological farming to get together, learn together and share ideas. We hope you can join us! Continue reading 2023 ODPG Conference | Waikato | APRIL 19 + 20
The 2023 ODPG Conference is being held on April 19th and 20th in Napier. With six interesting, expert speakers and two field trips, this is a great chance to learn about organic farming and network with like-minded people. Continue reading The 2023 ODPG CONFERENCE: Organics Past, Present & Future
An article by Phyllis Tichinin on how the quality of butterfat is connected to the quality of soil and pasture, and the impact on human health. Continue reading The Importance of Organic/Regenerative Dairying in Human Health
Join the ODPG in 2023 for support, advice, education and networking. Continue reading REDUCED Earlybird Membership Ends Soon
Like Open Farms, the ODPG believes that every Kiwi benefits from getting up close and personal with the story of how their food is produced. This is a unique opportunity to educate people on organic and regenerative farming and raise awareness of the valuable work we’re doing. Continue reading Open your Farm to Visitors in March 2023
Organic farming, and regenerative farming, centres around maintaining and nurturing healthy soil fertility, and this has now been recognised as hugely important for carbon sequestration. Hydroponics uses no soil in its crop production. So, could hydroponics ever be included under the organic umbrella if using only organic nutrient in their solutions? Continue reading The Hydroponics Question
“…Clearly there has been cherry-picking of reports and clearly they’re leaving out research that has been done which proves the benefits of organic and regenerative farming.” Continue reading Are regenerative and organic farming methods being discredited in NZ?