17 Apr
* TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz), Te Puke Region

Cyclone Tam’s Fury Brushes Te Puke: Northern Communities in Our Thoughts

Well, Cyclone Tam has certainly made its presence felt here in Aotearoa! While we in Te Puke haven't borne the brunt of its full force like our whanau up in the Far North, let me tell you, that wind has been something else! For the past day or so, a constant, howling gale has been whipping through ...

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14 Apr
* Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz), * TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz), Te Puke Region

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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05 Apr
* Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)

Rainwater Harvesting for Sustainable Food Forests in Bay of Plenty: Including the Smart Use of Recycled IBCs

Welcome to Troppo.nz! Here in the fertile Bay of Plenty, we’re often blessed with ample rainfall. But are we truly capitalizing on this natural gift, especially when it comes to nurturing our thriving food forests? Rainwater harvesting offers a clever and sustainable method to hydrate your edible la...

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21 Mar
* TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz), Exploring New Zealand, Te Puke Region

A Green Encounter: When Green and Wild Visited Troppo’s Urban Tropical Food Forest

It's not every day that your passion project catches the attention of someone who shares your vision for a greener, more sustainable world. That's exactly what happened when Bahareh from Green and Wild visited our Troppo urban tropical food forest and nursery in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty. The excitemen...

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05 Mar
* TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz), Te Puke Region

Introducing TROPPO’s Kai and Canopy – Growing, Harvesting, and Feasting Together! 🌱🍽️

Welcome to TROPPO's Food Forest Kai and Canopy, our YouTube channel where we take you on a journey from plant to plate! 🌿🥑🍍 Whether you’re a tropical grower, a food forest enthusiast, or just someone who loves the idea of harvesting your own kai, this channel is for you! What You Can Expect on TR...

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25 Feb
* Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz), Te Puke Region

🌱 Youth Getting Into Syntropic Agroforestry: A Visit from Jared 🌱

The future of regenerative agriculture and food security is bright when young growers step up! 🌿🌏 It’s always exciting to see passionate youth diving into the world of syntropic agroforestry. Recently, I had the pleasure of hosting Jared and his father, Steve, for a tour of Troppo’s tropical food fo...

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