New Zealand Farming Firsts
As a population, New Zealand is very small, but it has more than its fair share of inventors, and many of those have applied their skills to farming. Here are some firsts… Continue reading New Zealand Farming Firsts
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ODPG Webinar: Humates, Soil & Summer Crops
As winter has finally turned to spring and the last lambs and calves are born, farmers are planning ahead to the supplementary feeds required when plant growth slows again. In this webinar, Sam will discuss how humates are a fantastic addition to the soil when summer crops are planted. Continue reading ODPG Webinar: Humates, Soil & Summer Crops
Shear Hard Work
With shearing underway on many sheep farms, we’ve unearthed a vintage video about the Bowen Shearing Technique from 1958, featuring a demonstration by Kiwi legend himself, Godfrey Bowen. Continue reading Shear Hard Work
Regenerative Grazing Events in Hawkes Bay with Siobhan Griffin
Two organisations are hosting Grazing Coach, Siobhan Griffin, at six in-depth events around Hawkes Bay throughout July. Continue reading Regenerative Grazing Events in Hawkes Bay with Siobhan Griffin
Shepherd’s Song: Short Film
The story of a young shepherd’s quest to heal Californian grasslands, soils and ecology through nomadic sheep grazing. Continue reading Shepherd’s Song: Short Film
A Steep But Rewarding Learning Curve
An RNZ interview with farmer, Allan Richardson, who is combining organic farming with regenerative methods in West Otago. Continue reading A Steep But Rewarding Learning Curve
Hamish Bielski: ODPG Conference Presentation
Hamish Bielski shares his own fascinating farming experiences in his presentation ‘The Importance of Regeneratively-Managed Livestock to our Planet.’ This is a must-see to understand how animals fit into the subject of soil health if they and the land are managed in the correct way. Continue reading Hamish Bielski: ODPG Conference Presentation