2017 pre-conference workshop
Newsflash! We’re thrilled to announce we’re hosting a pre-conference introduction to biodynamics: Bringing life to urban gardens.
Conference 2017: Andy Black
There’s very little Hawke’s Bay resident and 2017 conference speaker Andy Black doesn’t know about growing veges and herbs. He’s also an expert at growing under glass. Read more
Conference 2017: Diane Watkin
Sydney-based Diane Watkin is the keynote speaker at this year’s conference. Here’s some information about Diane and her work.
New year, new learning!
Happy New Year! Deepen your understanding of biodynamics and its practical application in 2017 with these hands-on workshops—two in the South Island, one in the North. Read more
Harvests Summer 2016/17 out now!
Our Summer 2016/17 edition of Harvests is now available through selected retailers.
In this issue, Anne Dodds looks at the relationship between art and gardens; David Wright contrasts and compares the scientific and philosophical worldviews behind chemical, organic and biodynamic farming; and Demeter-certified berry grower, Joanne Turner, talks about the challenges facing small organic and biodynamic producers.
It’s great summer reading and remember, if you’re an Association member, your discounted annual Harvests subscription is included in your membership fee. Learn more about joining the Association here.
Plant Morphology Workshop
A Plant Morphology Workshop is taking place in Auckland over 24 -25 September. The workshop facilitator is Ellen-Jane Schildt van Geest, curative eurythmist and art teacher.
Organic & Biodynamic Winegrowing Conference 2015
The inaugural Organic and Biodynamic Winegrowing Conference was held in Blenheim over 8-10 July and by all accounts was a huge success. Su Hoskin shares her impressions.
2015 Conference Report
“Small-scale, integrated biodynamic farming” was the theme of our 2015 Conference, held 22-24 May in Kerikeri, Northland.
1080: The Association’s View
Recently, we’ve been asked about the Association’s stance in relation to the use of 1080, particularly where its application could affect biodynamic producers and/or threaten Demeter certification.
Coromandel workshop
A workshop demonstrating how biodynamics can be practically used in our gardens, orchards and farms to grow strong, healthy plants and animals and high quality food, will be held on Saturday 7 February at 2628A Rings Road, Coromandel.