We're building a movement of regenerative growers who understand that the best gardens feed both people and the land. From Kaitaia to Invercargill, we're transforming backyards into abundance — connected through the wider Food Forests network.
Food Forests NZ isn't a course or a nursery — it's the community layer that ties together practical growing, shared knowledge, and the partner sites that support your journey. Have a question? The FAQ covers the basics.
Connect with growers who understand your climate, soil, and what actually thrives in your region — from Auckland's humid subtropics to Canterbury's cold winters. Much of that conversation happens daily on RootyToot, where members share region-specific wins and failures.
Learn from real experiences — what works, what doesn't, and why. No fluff, just working permaculture systems tested in Kiwi conditions. Visit Grow Te Puke to walk working demonstration forests before you plant your own.
Find working bees, plant swaps, seed shares, and people who get why you're doing this. Our community group is where most growers first connect; the Facebook page shares workshops, events, and project highlights.
Get help planning your food forest — from small urban lots in Wellington to multi-acre properties in Northland. Every space has potential, and growers across the network regularly share layered designs that suit NZ conditions.
Source subtropical and forest-layer plants through Troppo.nz — passionfruit, feijoas, bananas, and dozens of species suited to warmer parts of the country. Pair that with site visits and learning at our partner initiatives.
Be part of something bigger — regenerating soil, capturing carbon, building food security, and creating habitat for native birds and insects. That wider systems work connects to Kai Resilience, which supports community-led kai networks across Aotearoa.
Be well. Be brave. Be fruitful.
These values guide everything we do — from community conversations to the partner sites that support growers across Aotearoa.
Multi-layered edible ecosystems
Healing soil, water, and land
Growing together, stronger
Bringing back biodiversity
Building resilient communities
Learning from each other
Creating lasting abundance
Honouring and restoring the land
Your food forest journey starts here
Join the community or explore how Troppo, Grow Te Puke, RootyToot, and Kai Resilience fit together across the network.