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Initiatives and Collaboration
- Events and Community Engagement
- Crop Swap Te Puke
- Food Resilience School NZ
- Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)
- Nursery Map - Plant Suppliers of NZ Directory (www.nurserymap.nz)
- Te Puke Community Garden
- Te Puke Digital
- Te Puke Region Food Co-op
- TROPPO’s Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (wwwfoodforest.org.nz)
- TROPPO's Nursery Directory
- Troppo’s Plant Collection
- Vector Group Charitable Trust (Umbrella)
Grow Your Dreams: Explore Our Upcoming Workshops & Tours!

Are you ready to dive deeper into the world of sustainable gardening, urban farming, and creating your own green oasis? Whether you dream of a thriving food forest, mastering the art of propagation, or extending your growing season with grow tents and tunnels, we’ve got something exciting for you!
We’re thrilled to unveil our integrated list of upcoming workshops, training sessions, and insightful tours designed to empower you with the knowledge and hands-on skills you need to cultivate abundance, no matter your space or experience level.
Take a look at the exciting opportunities we have planned. Simply let us know which topics spark your interest, and be the first to hear about dates, times, and registration details!
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s on offer:
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Laying the Foundation: Food Forest Fundamentals
- Assessing your Food Forest Site
- Food Forest Design
- Site Preparation
- Planting for Success
- The Magic of Mulching
- Ongoing Food Forest Maintenance
- Choosing the Right Plants for Your Food Forest
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Expanding Your Green Family: Cloning & Propagation
- Unlock the Secrets of Plant Propagation
- Setting Up Your Own Home Nursery
- The Art and Science of Grafting
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Nurturing Your Food Forest & Beyond:
- Understanding Organic Fertilizer Application
- Natural and Integrated Bug Treatment Strategies
- Join Our Food Forest Tours: See it in Action!
- Connect & Share: Participate in Our Crop Swaps
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Indoor Growing Revolution: Mastering Grow Tents
- Grow Tent Basics: Your Indoor Garden
- Advanced Grow Tent Techniques
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Extending the Season: The Power of Tunnel Growing
- Tunnel Growing Essentials: Extending Your Season
- Growing Specific Crops in Tunnels
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From Tiny Seed to Thriving Plant:
- Seed Starting and Propagation for Tunnels and Tents
- Integrating Grow Tents and Tunnels with Food Forests
- DIY Grow Tent and Tunnel Solutions
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Keeping Your Plants Healthy:
- Pest and Disease Management in Controlled Environments (Tents & Tunnels)
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The Fruits (and Veggies!) of Your Labor:
- Harvesting and Post-Harvest Handling from Tents and Tunnels
Ready to embark on your growing journey?
Fill Out The Form Below to Select Interest In Our Workshops!
By telling us which workshops and tours you’re most interested in, you’ll help us tailor our schedule to best serve our community. Don’t miss out on these fantastic opportunities to learn, connect with fellow growers, and cultivate the skills for a greener future.
We can’t wait to grow with you!
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