Regenerative Farming Blueprint
You will have the opportunity to create one of the following.
- Regenerative Farm Design For a Commercial Farming Operation
- Freshwater Farm Plan to Demonstrate Sustainable Management
- Regenerative Business Strategy and Environmental Report with Carbon Budgeting
Specialty Modules
To find out more about each outcome module topic or enroll in individual modules - see further information and links below:
Commercial Regenerative Farm
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This course focuses on creating regenerative farming systems by applying the principles of regenerative design. It aims to restore degraded farmland while sustaining a land-based income for landowners. The course covers topics such as soil health improvement, ecosystem services enhancement, water quality improvement, carbon sequestration, and farmer and livestock wellbeing. |
Freshwater Farm Plan
In this course, participants delve into the intricacies of developing a freshwater plan, gaining a comprehensive understanding of responsible water resource management, conservation practices, and environmental sustainability within the context of farming. The discussions within the module encompass strategies for assessing water needs, ensuring water quality, and implementing effective conservation measures tailored to the unique requirements of farms. By analyzing successful freshwater plans, participants gain insights into their pivotal role in fostering sustainable farming practices. Throughout the course, the focus is on equipping learners with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complex relationship between agriculture and freshwater resources, promoting an environmentally conscious approach to water usage in farming systems.
Regenerative Business Strategy and Reporting
This comprehensive course empowers aspiring entrepreneurs to build sustainable businesses rooted in regenerative principles while leveraging New Zealand's unique context. It offers a detailed roadmap, centering on crafting targeted marketing strategies, understanding customer needs, and delivering value for profitability and sustainability. Participants embark on a journey, starting with formulating robust business models, progressing to detailed plans, and culminating in persuasive pitch decks for stakeholders or investors. Emphasizing regenerative design principles, it re-examines flawed philosophies for a more sustainable future, aligning with natural ecosystems' interconnected diversity.
Moreover, the course delves into environmental reporting frameworks within New Zealand's context, focusing on carbon positivity. It explores the country's commitment to carbon neutrality through initiatives like the Zero Carbon Act and the NZ Emissions Trading Scheme. Participants study carbon credits' use by businesses to offset emissions, supported by case studies spanning diverse sectors from agriculture to tourism. By emphasizing indigenous conservation efforts and agricultural practices, the module equips participants to create comprehensive environmental reports using carbon credits, aligning businesses with New Zealand's sustainability goals.
Moreover, the course delves into environmental reporting frameworks within New Zealand's context, focusing on carbon positivity. It explores the country's commitment to carbon neutrality through initiatives like the Zero Carbon Act and the NZ Emissions Trading Scheme. Participants study carbon credits' use by businesses to offset emissions, supported by case studies spanning diverse sectors from agriculture to tourism. By emphasizing indigenous conservation efforts and agricultural practices, the module equips participants to create comprehensive environmental reports using carbon credits, aligning businesses with New Zealand's sustainability goals.
Modules
You can find out more about individual modules and enroll in them below: