Announcing Rick Carmont as one of our speakers at the ODPG 2024 Conference in Hawkes Bay on April 5th and 6th. Rick was raised on an 80-cow dairy farm near Cambridge. Rick joined Bruntwood Cheese Factory near Cambridge in 1979. … Continue reading Rick Carmont | ODPG Conference Speaker 2024
Announcing Phyllis Tichinin as one of our speakers at the ODPG 2024 Conference in Hawkes Bay on April 5th and 6th As an eco-nutritionist with a passion for regenerative farming practices, I’m a consultant for the production of nutrient-dense food … Continue reading Phyllis Tichinin | ODPG Conference Speaker 2024
Announcing Ben Bostock as one of our speakers at the ODPG 2024 Conference in Hawkes Bay on April 5th and 6th. Ben will be telling us about how he runs his hugely successful Organic Chicken company. “Bostock Brothers is New … Continue reading Ben Bostock | ODPG Conference Speaker 2024
Announcing Tiffany Tompkins as one of our speakers at the ODPG 2024 Conference in Hawkes Bay on April 5th and 6th Tiffany’s enthusiasm for organic brands stems from her extensive experience in the food and beverage industries. She began her … Continue reading Tiffany Tompkins | ODPG Conference Speaker 2024
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
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
Our supportive ODPG Commercial Member, PENERGETIC has joined the 2023 conference as a sponsor, and we are pleased to have them on board. Their biostimulation technology naturally benefits soil, plants and crops of any kind.
Find out more… Continue reading Penergetic: Conference Sponsor Profile
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’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
CHAOS SPRINGS has given so much support to the ODPG over the years, with Steve Erickson serving as Chair until last year. Not only has Steve been instrumental in organising this year’s conference, but Chaos Springs is also hosting a farm visit and Steve will be speaking on Phil Callahan’s body of work. Continue reading CHAOS SPRINGS: 2021 Conference Sponsor Profile
The addition of Prof. Gregorini makes a total number of THIRTEEN conference speakers at ‘The Regenerative Soil Solution’ Conference. Along with a two-farm field trip and organic food all weekend, it promises to be a full weekend of important information, insights and networking. Continue reading A Big Welcome to Prof. Pablo Gregorini
We’re happy to announce Peter Fraser as our 2020 Conference ‘Master of Ceremonies’; an Agricultural ‘Guerilla’ Economist and a very busy man with many hats! He’ll also be giving our first presentation of the weekend – more details to come. Continue reading Introducing Our MC: Peter Fraser
Simon Osborne is a fourth-generation cropping farmer from Leeston on a farm that his grandfather started back in 1864. He has a particular interest in soil and believes soil management is the key to a healthy, profitable farm. Continue reading Simon Osborne: ODPG Conference Spotlight
Dr Humphrey is a Medical Officer of Health in Canterbury and, as such, he deals with a wide range of health issues. One of these is the correlation between high rates of nitrates found in the water supply and the incidence of bowel cancer, which he’ll be talking about at our Regenerative Farming Conference in March. Continue reading Dr. Alistair Humphrey: ODPG Conference Spotlight
At our 2020 Conference in March, internationally-renowned Australian Soil Microbiologist and Climate Scientist, Walter Jehne, will be speaking about his passion – the importance of the Soil Carbon Sponge. Continue reading Walter Jehne: the Soil Carbon Sponge and its Crucial Role in Climate Change
Peter Barrett is a remarkable Regenerative Farmer who manages 12,000 ha at Linnburn Station. At our conference in March, he’ll be giving advice about Cover Crops as an essential part of regenerative farming. Continue reading Peter Barrett: ODPG Conference Spotlight
We are delighted to have Prof. Heinemann joining us at our 2020 Conference in March. The subject of his presentation will be how agrichemicals cause antibiotic resistance in disease-causing bacteria. Continue reading Prof. Jack Heinemann: ODPG Conference Spotlight
Inspirational Regenerative Agriculture Coach, Jono Frew, will be talking about the ripple effects of Regenerative Agriculture and the difference it can make, not only to farming, but also to so many aspects of life. Continue reading Jono Frew: ODPG Conference Spotlight
Paul has a wide range of both academic and farming experience and we’re lucky to have him coming to talk to us about his speciality: soil carbon. Continue reading Paul Smith: ODPG Conference Spotlight