Paddock to Plate

A free Auckland EcoFest event.

Food garden from scratch: tour, presentation, refreshments at the beautiful Antara retreat , Tomarata, Wellsford.

After a 5 years pause, the Antara food gardens have been rejuvenated and extended. "Paddock to plate" will present the first 4 months of this journey, sometimes going from kikuyu paddock to fully productive gardens, using Organic, Biodynamic, Permaculture regenerative practices, and mainly hand tools.

This will be of interest to those who want to start a garden from scratch at minimal cost, and in partnership with the forces of nature.

The optional square meter paddock digging challenge will be offered to keen participants.
The Antara Retreat is a beautiful earth brick homestay, inland from Pakiri Beach, set amongst organic gardens, orchards and native bush. It provides regenerating experiences in a beautiful and harmonious natural setting. The retreat is free to attend, run by those staying and part of the gifting economy.

Arrival and welcome from 1.30 pm. Tour and presentation addressing topics such as:
location and set up of our productive garden, natural fertility, healthy plants, fauna, weeds, using a broadfork, etc.

Refreshments will be served. Bring some pots with soil if you want to take some parsley and calendula seedlings home.

To register, email craig.parker@resolver.co.nz.