14 Apr
Crop Swap Te Puke region, Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz), Te Puke Community Garden, Te Puke Region Food Co-op, Troppo Articles, TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz)

A Community Building Toolkit for Bay of Plenty, New Zealand: Cultivating Edible Landscapes Together

1. Introduction: Sowing Seeds for Community Resilience The Vision of Community Food Forests in the Bay of Plenty Community food forests, also referred to as forest gardens, represent a holistic approach to land management that draws inspiration from natural forest ecosystems.1 Unlike conventional ...

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14 Apr
Events and Community Engagement, Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz), Troppo Articles, TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz)

Cultivating the Future: Jared’s Food Forest Tour in Rural Te Puke – Inspiring Youth and Kai Resilience

Here at Troppo.nz, we're passionate about showcasing initiatives that build a more sustainable and resilient future for Aotearoa. Our recent collaboration with Jared on a visit to his burgeoning food forest in rural Te Puke was a truly inspiring experience. We witnessed firsthand his dedication to c...

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20 Feb
Crop Swap Te Puke region, Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz), Te Puke Community Garden, Te Puke Region Food Co-op, TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz)

Our Mission: Cultivating a Thriving, Regenerative Future

Our Mission: Cultivating a Thriving, Regenerative Future We are committed to creating a thriving, sustainable food forest that not only nourishes our local community but also serves as a model for regenerative agriculture in the Bay of Plenty and beyond. By fostering deep connections between people...

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Kriso's Food Forest
22 Jul
Events and Community Engagement, Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)

Kriso’s Food Forest Te Puke: Syntropic Agroforestry Model

Kriso's Food Forest. Nestled in the lush landscapes of Te Puke, Kriso's Food Forest stands as a beacon of sustainable agriculture and community spirit. This vibrant sanctuary is a testament to nature's power and a thriving example of syntropic agroforestry in action. With generous support from Tr...

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