Bio Dynamic-
Climate Considerations from Members
The following piece is an excerpt from The Autumn/Winter issue of Harvests 2021. For access to the full article and to participate in monthly Zoom gatherings, become a member of Biodynamics New Zealand. Members of the New Zealand… Read More
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Biodynamics and Demeter Certification at Seresin Estate
João Corbett of Seresin Estate was interviewed for the 2021 Spring issue of Harvests Magazine, in the interview he talks through the benefits of Demeter Certification from his perspective as an agricultural engineer and his experience working on… Read More
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Gill Bacchaus Talks Biodynamic Food
Below is an excerpt written by Gill Bacchaus from the Spring 2021 issue of Harvests (available to members of Biodynamics New Zealand). Gill recently self published a book called ‘Love Your Vegges’ which is packed with information about… Read More
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The New Generation of Biodynamic Gardeners
Kaitlyn is 18 years old and is John Paul College’s environmental captain in Rotorua. She has a huge passion for growing nutrient rich food from seed and diverting waste from the landfill by making compost. She has recently… Read More
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Into the Soil: An interview with Mattias Olssen about biodynamics and film making.
I had the wonderful opportunity to talk to Swedish film maker and podcaster Mattias Olssen about his documentary film ‘Into the Soil’ for the Spring issue of Harvests. He is the creator of the multimedia project called Campfire… Read More
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Biodynamics In Action at Ipuwai Farm
Below is an excerpt from the Spring 2021 issue of Harvests Magazine, written by Rachael Ewings. In Harvests, we share biodynamic stories from around Aotearoa, New Zealand and beyond. To get your hands on a copy of Harvests… Read More
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Biodynamic Compost Workshop, Punakaiki
30th October 2021, 3693 Coast Road, Punakaiki (near Barrytown), see News & Events for more info
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Spring Harvests Magazine is here
Available to members here.
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Welcome to the NZ Bio Dynamic Farming and Gardening Assoc.
Our members include farmers, processors, orchardists, commercial growers and home gardeners.
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Holistic Sustainable Organic Agriculture
We aim to produce healthy soil, vigorous plants and nutritious food for humans and animals.
What is Biodynamics?
Biodynamics (“biological-dynamics”) is a method of organic agriculture that’s applicable to any farm or horticultural enterprise by following a series of practical steps. The steps emphasise building soil fertility and are carefully tailored to the particular property. They include:… Read More
Donate
The Bio Dynamic Association, in addition to the subscription of its membership, relies on the generosity of the public to continue the pursuit of a biodynamic New Zealand. This includes the marketing, education and promotion of biodynamic understanding and… Read More
Become A Member
Becoming a member of the Bio Dynamic Farming & Gardening Association Membership Becoming a member of Biodynamics New Zealand is more than just a subscription to Harvests Magazine. You become part of a special community where biodynamic ideas… Read More
Taking a Holistic View
Biodynamics is a systems approach, where the farm, vineyard, orchard or garden is viewed as a living whole and each activity affects everything else. Management is based on the grower’s own careful observations, plus the results of tests and analyses. In this way, modern technology and traditional knowledge marry to form a highly-effective method that’s unique to each location.
What are the advantages?
Biodynamics uses very limited external inputs and re-uses most on-farm waste, so it has a low impact on the environment. It also provides an economical way of farming because most of the costs are met at the time they are incurred.
One of the most easily-seen and dramatic benefits of biodynamic practice is the exceptional quality of the produce: flavour, appearance and keeping quality are all enhanced.
The international trademark Demeter is your guarantee that produce is grown biodynamically.
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A passionate group of people joined Su Hoskin on the West Coast for an interactive day of composting! They learnt how to create humus rich soil through the art of hot composting. The day included a stir and… Read More
What an incredible week at the Cosmic and Earthly Impulses Workshop!🌱💫 Su brought together the incredible Hans and Inneke Mulder, Marinus La Rooij and Dieter Proebst who took us through 4 wisdom-packed days at the Oasis Yurts in… Read More
The following piece is an excerpt from The Autumn/Winter issue of Harvests 2021. For access to the full article and to participate in monthly Zoom gatherings, become a member of Biodynamics New Zealand. Members of the New Zealand… Read More
Below is an excerpt written by Gill Bacchaus from the Spring 2021 issue of Harvests (available to members of Biodynamics New Zealand). Gill recently self published a book called ‘Love Your Vegges’ which is packed with information about… Read More
