via Zoom | Thursday 4 May, 12 – 1 pm 50% of our climate pollution comes from industrial agriculture in this country. However, change can only come through the action of our producers. How can we encourage farmers to transition to organic regenerative practices in the face of today’s climate challenges? Panel:
via Zoom | Friday 5 May, 12 – 1 pm We are bombarded with info on how damaging synthetic chemicals are to human and environmental health, but how can we change our consumption habits when the perceived cost of organic is so high? PANEL:
via Zoom | Saturday 6 May, 11 – 6 pm A day of organic talks to remind and reconnect us to our living world Join us for an inspiring array of speakers and experts. Dip in and out for your favourite topic or settle in for a whole day of inspiration! Running times: 11 am |…
This year the Organic NZ Awards are celebrating how organic production can lower carbon emissions by promoting soil health and protecting biodiversity.
An insecticide called chlorpyrifos, banned in the US but still widely used here, is again under the spotlight due to risks of exposure in New Zealand children.
Organic NZ stands strong as an independent magazine devoted to organics and sustainable living. Over the past 80 years we’ve led the way on information and advocacy to support the health of our soil, food and people. We think our core message is as relevant now as it was when we started 80 years ago….
Moko Morris talks with Kelly Francis, a Kai Oranga graduate and the catalyst for over 250 food gardens that have been planted since last spring. We hope you enjoy this free article from Organic NZ. Sign up now for a print or digital subscription and get the latest from us each issue. Motivated by attending a Kai Oranga…
It’s vital we scale up organic, regenerative agriculture to reverse climate change, writes Andre Leu. There is a long-term disaster far worse than the Covid-19 pandemic. The pandemic will end in a few years, but the world will lose many millions more to sickness, hunger, poverty and catastrophic weather events because of the unprecedented climate emergency. Despite the…
How easy is it for urban renters to compost their food scraps? Meghan Read interviews two Aucklanders in contrasting living situations about the options they’ve chosen. Michael Sewell, 22, living in University accommodation Michael’s in his fourth year of an engineering science degree at Auckland University. In 2020, he lived in the University’s largest self-catered student accommodation, Carlaw Park Student…
When Minette Tonoli’s lifelong dream finally came true, moving into a beautiful homestead in May 2019, she was convinced it was going to be the ‘year of abundance’, harvest baskets overflowing with organic produce, and the pantry filled with preserved bounty. Instead it became the year this herb lady turned into ‘herbicide lady’. This article was first published in…
Denise Cox explores the antiviral properties of plants, particularly in the forms of essential oils and tinctures. Disclaimer This information is not intended as medical diagnosis or prescription. Please contact your healthcare provider if you feel unwell or have symptoms of covid-19. Cautionary notes Herbal medicines and essential oils may interact with pharmaceutical medicines. Seek medical advice before using on…
Sharon Stevens in conversation with Dennis Enright What could be better than a summer barbie with family, friends, and neighbours? To Dennis Enright, the answer is obvious: switch out the barbecue for a charbecue. “It’s a lot of fun.” You’ll still cook up your kai, and you’ll also make biochar (see sidebar). You’ll enjoy the usual social benefits, plus you’ll have a…
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