“This is where we share upcoming and past events (and post event content) - both those run by Quorum Sense and by other organisations.”
Events in the network
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Upcoming events

Waikato: Earthworkers, Regenerative Horticulture 101
Hosted by: Earthworkers, this course balances scientific understanding with hands-on application, covering key themes essential for regenerative success integrating classroom education with real-world practice, making sure you leave with tangible skills you can apply immediately with an understanding of why you are using them.

Canterbury: Hay Bale Grazing Field Day
Hosted by: Canterbury Grazing Group, join the team at Scarlett Farm in Hororata and Agrownomics in this discussion into setting up for hay bale grazing and reviewing soil and herbage results from 2024, the first full winter of hay bale grazing.

Wellington: Mangaroa Farms Living Systems Masterclass
Hosted by: Mangaroa Farms, bringing together a team of expert minds from our local community, we are proud to announce the launch of our flagship event - the Mangaroa Farms Living Systems Masterclass. Specifically focused on the Principles & Practices of Regeneration.

Waikato: On farm composting
Hosted by Chaos Springs: An introduction to on-farm composting including a review of soil biology and their extensive functions.

Waikato: Managing Farm Energetics - Quantum Based Agriculture
Hosted by Chaos Springs: This will be an introduction to concepts including quantum based agriculture, energetic systems, biodynamics and more.

Manawatu: Increase Natural Capital
Hosted by John King & Siobhan Griffin: The successful road to farming is to keep things simple. Managing pastures and soils through grazing management is something many farmers avoid by maximising production. Cut through farming information to reduce risk, improve resilience, cash surpluses and create quality of life farmers deserve.

Canterbury: Lincoln University's Integral Health Farm Open Day
Hosted by: Lincoln University’s Pastoral Livestock Production Lab. Curious about what it takes to run a “healthier modern farm” focusing not only on environmental protection but also wellbeing of cows and people? Come along to the Integral Health Dairy Farm Open Day and get hands-on with interactive activities.

Otago: Future Whenua Summit
Hosted by Future Whenua: This 3-day event remains committed to merging diverse perspectives and fostering collaborations that push the boundaries of traditional farming.

Taranaki: Increase Natural Capital
Hosted by John King & Siobhan Griffin: The successful road to farming is to keep things simple. Managing pastures and soils through grazing management is something many farmers avoid by maximising production. Cut through farming information to reduce risk, improve resilience, cash surpluses and create quality of life farmers deserve.

Hawkes Bay: Increase Natural Capital
Hosted by John King & Siobhan Griffin: The successful road to farming is to keep things simple. Managing pastures and soils through grazing management is something many farmers avoid by maximising production. Cut through farming information to reduce risk, improve resilience, cash surpluses and create quality of life farmers deserve.

Waikato: Herbs for Cows and Humans with Phyllis Tichinin
Hosted by Chaos Springs: There is a great deal of overlap between the remedies used for cows and humans. This workshop will help people get over their impression that herbs are hippy BS by running through the science, particularly as it pertains to treatment of antibiotic resistant infections with herbs.

Northland: Increase Natural Capital
Hosted by John King & Siobhan Griffin: The successful road to farming is to keep things simple. Managing pastures and soils through grazing management is something many farmers avoid by maximising production. Cut through farming information to reduce risk, improve resilience, cash surpluses and create quality of life farmers deserve.

Canterbury: Discussion day at George Lucas' farm in the Greta Valley.
Hosted by Canterbury Grazing Group at George Lucas’ Farm, George runs a trading stock enterprise, under a holistic approach, and mimics the grazing practices of Jim Elizondo. One of the grazing goals is to have all-pasture wintering., with multiple projects on the go, it will be a great day.

Waikato: Increase Natural Capital
Hosted by John King & Siobhan Griffin: The successful road to farming is to keep things simple. Managing pastures and soils through grazing management is something many farmers avoid by maximising production. Cut through farming information to reduce risk, improve resilience, cash surpluses and create quality of life farmers deserve.

Wairarapa: Real Wealth Ranching Course with Jaime Elizondo
Hosted by: Wairarapa Soil Health Group. Real Wealth Ranching Course with Jaime Elizondo. Jamie is a trailblazer in sustainable farming with livestock. He blends innovative grazing techniques like Total Grazing with cutting-edge soil science.

Online: Data-Driven Smarter Nutrient Management in a Dairy System
Hosted by NZARM: Join the soil consultants from Agrownomics, leaders in Canterbury's agricultural innovation, for a webinar tailored for those farmers and those working with farmers who want to maximise soil and plant health without breaking the bank!

Canterbury: UNDERGROUND Festival
UNDERGROUND is a two day festival celebrating soil, food and farming featuring international & local soil legends, talks, workshops, field experiences, local kai and music.

Canterbury: AgriSea On-Farm Day
Hosted by Agrisea: an insightful day learning from leading researchers and innovative farmers about sustainable and profitable farming practices.

Wellington: Regenerative Garden Tour
Hosted by Mangaroa Farms: 45-minute tour through the market garden and wash & pack area, where produce is cleaned and prepared.

Waikato: Creating on Farm Fertility
Hosted by Chaos Springs: There are many different theories on soil and farm management. This workshop will explore the systems implemented over the past 18 years at Chaos Springs.

Waikato: Farm Tour
Hosted by Chaos Springs: Come and check out our 210 acre property in the Waitawheta Valley that has been sustainably and organically managed for the last 22 years. See what has worked for us and what hasn’t, learn from our mistakes so that you don’t have to make them too!

Online: 10,000 Voices: Take Action to Stop the Gene Tech Bill Webinar
Hosted by OANZ: Join us for a practical and action-focused webinar as we share our Submissions Guide and Activation Toolkit! Discover how you can make a real difference in stopping the Gene Tech Bill and inspiring others to join the movement.

Canterbury: Nutrient Density From the Ground Up - Workshop
A rare chance to connect with organic farmer and leading food quality and nutrient density researcher, Dan Kittredge.

South Canterbury: Field Discussion Day with Quorum Sense
Hosted by Quorum Sense and Mike Porter. Join us for a day of insights and innovation in regenerative farming and a visit to Mike Porter’s hill country farm.

Canterbury: Regenerative Agriculture Dryland Experiment Open Day
Hosted by Lincoln University Dryland Pastures Research Group. An opportunity to find out about this six-year study comparing regenerative and conventional dryland farmlets.

Waikato: On-farm Composting
Hosted by Chaos Springs. This workshop will cover the basics of on-farm composting.

Canterbury: Soil Health and Grazing
Hosted by Canterbury Grazing Group and Quorum Sense. This field day will introduce the experiences and knowledge of Dayle & Tamsin Lucas, farmers of 300ha near Methven.

Manawatū: 2nd Annual Whenua Haumanu Field Day
Hosted by Whenua Haumanu, Massey University. A day filled with learning and networking at the two research farmlets.

Bay of Plenty: The Regenerative Shift Field Day
Hosted by Kiwifruit Regen / Soil Biology Discussion Group and Leighton Oats: learn how to enhance soil health from Phil Carter and see regenerative practices in action in Leighton's orchard.

Canterbury: Regenerative Management of a Lifestyle Block
Hosted by KoruKai Herb Farm: this two-day workshop covers the foundations of soil health, holistic management and lots more.

Northland: Regenerative Agriculture & Holistic Management Field Day
Hosted by Kaipara Regenerative Farming Group & Northland Diversity: this workshop aims to help farmers, life stylers and everyone in between to adopt and apply the principles of regenerative farming and holistic management.

Waikato: Creating On-Farm Fertility
Hosted by Chaos Springs. This workshop will explore different theories on soil and farm management.

Hawke’s Bay: Healthy Soils… Healthy Profits
Hosted by Hawke’s Bay Future Farming: it features a lineup of speakers who will share their expertise on soil carbon and health, sustainable agriculture, and the international agricultural environment

Canterbury: Bioferments and biofertilisers
Hosted by Growers Leading Change-FAR: Join Australian agroecologist David Hardwick to explore ‘on-farm bugs and brews', learn how to use them in your system and practice making some simple examples.

Marlborough: Vinecology, benefits of biodiversity in productive landscapes
Hosted by Nelson/Marlborough NZ Landcare Trust: how can we balance habitat, biodiversity and pest control in Marlborough’s vineyards? Benefits and challenges of using native plantings in our productive landscape.