Become a Member
The Organic Dairy and Pastoral Group is a group of farmers, suppliers, processors, and also interested people and groups who see a positive future for organic farming. We are continuously exploring all opportunities that help and support farmers of New Zealand. We also see ourselves as a lobby group to industry and support businesses, as without such a common voice, farmers concerns are often never heard. We welcome and encourage anyone interested in organic pastoral farming.
Demand for organic produce continues to grow each year with worldwide turnover now at over $US 50 billion. This demand is particularly strong in international markets, although consumer demand in New Zealand local markets continues to grow. This demand continues to exceed supply and processors and marketers are continually searching for additional suppliers of both raw and finished product.
There is steady growth in the organic food sector. The environmental benefits and demand for organic products make organic farming a sound business decision. There is a rising need for co-ordination of processing and marketing of organic products such as meat, milk, livestock, supplementary feeds and grazing.
Members have different reasons why they manage their farming businesses organically, yet the common goal is the same. All realise that shared knowledge and support will help their business stay on the front foot of sustainability.
The membership of the O.D.P.G. is currently about 200 and is made up of organic livestock farmers, input providers, and conventional farmers spread throughout New Zealand. With the low density of organic farms in New Zealand and the wide geographic distribution, there is a lot to be gained from combining resources to provide a network that supports organic farmers and the growth of the organic sector.
What we can do for you :-
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We aim to facilitate communication channels that enable information sharing, networking and support.
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The ODPG promotes organic events and is an advocate for organic farmers.
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Through discussion groups, mentoring, and our email network there is support for members and communication enabling the sales of feed and livestock as well as discussion on current issues.
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The ODPG website has technical information available to assist farmers looking for more sustainable ways of farming.
www.organicpstoral.co.nz
New Resources available:
Organic Pastoral Resource Guide
Milk fever info sheet
Grow Organic Dairy Bloat Infosheet
Grow Organic Dairy Mastitis Info Sheet
Grow Organic Dairy Lameness Infosheet
Grow Organic Dairy Pasture Management Infosheet
