Syntropic Agroforestry - Troppo - Plants that Make you Happy

16 Mar

Events and Community Engagement, Te Puke Community Garden

🌿 Te Puke’s Green Gems: A Day of Community and Cultivation 🌿

April 28, 2025
By Troppo
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On Sunday, March 16th, the Bay of Plenty buzzed with excitement as local community gardens opened their gates for a special event. Among these verdant havens, two Te Puke treasures stood out: the Te Puke Community Garden and Giggles Te Puke Early Learning Centre. But that’s not all—Troppo’s very own...

23 Feb

Troppo's Plant Collection

Banana Ensete ventricosum (Ethiopian Banana, Green Abyssinian Banana)

February 23, 2025
By Troppo
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Just as you explore the rich biodiversity of banana plants, you’ll discover the unique qualities of Ensete ventricosum, commonly known as the Ethiopian or Green Abyssinian Banana. This fascinating plant is not only valued for its agricultural significance in Ethiopia but also for its striking orname...

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 Articles, TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz)

Proposal for a Kai Resilience-Based Community Food Forest in Te Puke

April 28, 2025
By Troppo
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Submitted to: Te Puke Community Board For Consideration by: Western Bay of Plenty District Council Prepared by: Date: Introduction This proposal seeks the endorsement and support of the Te Puke Community Board and Western Bay of Plenty District Council for the establishment of a Ka...

20 Jan

Events and Community Engagement, Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)

Brett’s Omanawa Food Forest Tour in the Bay of Plenty

April 27, 2025
By Troppo
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Brett’s down-to-earth, true blue Kiwi approach to cultivating a thriving food forest in the Bay of Plenty is nothing short of inspiring. His philosophy revolves around keeping things simple, practical, and genuinely accessible, ensuring that anyone—whether a seasoned grower or a complete newbie—can ...

11 Oct

Events and Community Engagement, Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)

Regional Kai Resilience Hui, Food Forest Tour and Ōmanawa Falls

April 27, 2025
By Troppo
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Nau mai, haere mai—welcome to the Regional Kai Resilience Network Hui in Ōmanawa! This special gathering was designed to bring together passionate individuals and communities dedicated to strengthening food resilience and fostering deeper connections through shared knowledge, time, and resources. T...

22 Jul

Events and Community Engagement, Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)

Kriso’s Food Forest Te Puke: Syntropic Agroforestry Model

April 27, 2025
By Troppo
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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...

06 Jul

Events and Community Engagement

Shout out!! Food Forest Workshop Tauranga Sunday 7th July

April 27, 2025
By Troppo
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Kia Ora Food Forests Tauranga Community! My name is Jim and my wife and I live in Mount Maunganui. In previous years I have help manage organic markets gardens and am currently working as a landscaper. I have learnt so much this year about Food Forests and Syntropic Agroforestry via studying from By...

04 Jul

Troppo Articles

Quick Guide on Prioritizing Tasks Using the Eisenhower Matrix and ABCDE Method for Food Forests, Gardening, and Syntropic Agroforestry

April 28, 2025
By Troppo
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Prioritizing tasks effectively is crucial for maximizing productivity and efficiency in your food forests, gardening projects, and syntropic agroforestry systems. Here’s how you can use the Eisenhower Matrix and the ABCDE method to organize your tasks. Eisenhower Matrix The Eisenhower Matrix, also...

22 Feb

Events and Community Engagement, Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)

Byron’s Vision: Cultivating a Thriving Food Forest in Aotearoa

April 27, 2025
By Troppo
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From Soil to Sustenance: A Journey of Regenerative Growing Tucked away in the lush landscapes of New Zealand, Byron is weaving a vision of food sovereignty, biodiversity, and resilience through his food forest. His journey is not just about growing food—it’s about reconnecting with nature, restorin...

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