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The Post February 2025
Welcome to the February edition of The Post. From heirloom tomatoes to sweet strawberries, we’re branching out into horticulture this month.
Kicking off this edition of The Post is a profile on a longstanding icon in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, Julians Berry Farm. We chat with experienced horticulturalists Paul and Monica Julian about the last 25 years of owning a berry farm, its challenges, joys, and how their diversification into kiwifruit changed everything.
Up next, Mike Gee-Taylor of Tawai Farm and Tawai Fencing is back with another fencing tip. This time Mike takes us back to basics, showing us his well-practised method of installing a four-rail lifestyle fence.
Dig into our second profile as Anthony and Angela Tringham, of Curious Croppers, take us into the intriguing world of heirloom tomatoes and agroecology at their Clevedon tomato farm.
Cassie Bengston, the lucky winner of last year’s Win Your Shed for Free competition, shows us how her prized 4-bay shed has been put to good use.
Find out how farmers keep their heads above water with Surfing for Farmers, a nationwide mental health initiative that sees farmers swap the paddock for the beach.
This month's State of the Industry article focuses on the horticulture sector. We talk to key leaders and individuals within the industry as they share their insights and experiences.
We intend to continue supplying you with the best stories, activities and techniques in agriculture. If you have anything that you would like us to share, please get in touch.