The Regenerative Shift:
Rethinking Kiwifruit & Avocado Soils
Field Day – Tuesday 24 February 2026 | Maungatapere
Free Coffee from 9:30am • BBQ at the Close
Supported by Quorum Sense
Outline of Topics
Join us for an in-depth exploration of regenerative practices in kiwifruit orcharding. We’ll dive into four key topics, with 30 minutes dedicated to each.
To keep conversations meaningful, we’re breaking into small groups that rotate through each session. This format encourages questions, real discussion, and the chance to work through any concerns together—because this is about conversation, not lecture.
After 30 minutes, your group moves to the next topic, ensuring everyone experiences all four sessions.
Cover Crops – Levi Belcher
- Why plant them? Understanding their purpose and benefits
- Management strategies: mowing, health & safety, and male pruning considerations
- Timing and species selection: what to plant and when
- End-of-season planning: transitioning to perennial mixes
Soil Biology – Phil Carter
- Should soil biology be a priority focus?
- The critical role of soil life in orchard health
- Practical methods for measuring and monitoring
Compost & Humates – Simon Budd
- Understanding their role and value in kiwifruit systems
Moving Beyond Glyphosate – Boyd Matson
- Transitioning away from spray strips: what to expect
- Benefits of stopping herbicide use
- What happens during the transition period
Regenerative Group, 1447 Kahikatea Flat Rd, Kaukapakapa, Auckland, . 0871, New Zealand, 021943862
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