Organics
Organics to disappear in a GM world?
The loosening of regulations on GM legislation could disable the opportunity for New Zealand farmers to meet an organic standard, which could ultimately impact our connection to consumers who are demanding clean, safe food. Words Anne Lee
Ready, steady, go organic
Transitioning to organics has been a learning experience for the team at Pamu’s Tongariro Farm. By Jackie Harrigan.
Multi-functioning trees
Grazing principles include vertical grazing on Gavin Fisher’s organic dairy farm at Te Aroha. Gavin is farmer ambassador for the Organic Dairy Hub Co-op NZ Ltd. He talked to Sheryl Haitana about how he’s creating a future-proof farming business.
Organics a way of life
The birth of their twin daughters 13 years ago got Craig and Stephanie Maunsell interested in making their farm a safe place for humans and animals, setting them down the path of organic farming. Anne Lee reports.
Focus on the soils
Fifteen years of organic farming has taught Piopio dairy farmers Nick and Jo Collins lessons conventional farmers could follow to meet environmental regulations. Sheryl Haitana reports.
