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New Zealand’s fruit and vegetable growers are facing big challenges, from labour shortages to climate change and soil health. At MyNoke, we work closely with the food and fibre sector, so we understand some of the pressures growers are under.   In our final blog of the year, we explore these challenges and highlight practical solutions that are helping to build resilience for the future.

A question we often hear is: Why would I add vermicast to my existing fertiliser application? Won’t it just increase my input costs? The reality is that vermicast and traditional fertilisers serve different functions. While fertilisers provide an immediate nutrient boost, vermicast enhances soil structure, microbial life, and nutrient retention - helping fertiliser work more effectively and reducing nutrient loss. Our latest blog article breaks down how using both vermicast and fertiliser can maximise soil health and long-term productivity - check it out👇

As we head into 2025, farmers are facing rising costs, unpredictable weather, and increasing environmental pressures. But innovation is paving the way for a more resilient and sustainable future. From AI-powered precision farming to regenerative soil management, climate-smart agriculture is evolving fast. What’s leading the charge? ✅ Smarter water management, to do more with less ✅ Climate-resilient crop varieties, for extreme weather ✅ Renewable energy solutions, powering farms sustainably New Zealand growers and farmers are already making strides - sheep grazing in vineyards, AI optimising pasture, and solar powering irrigation. Curious about the top five trends shaping agriculture this year? Have a read of our latest blog and let us know if there's any others you'd add to the list 👇

As we move toward a low-emissions, sustainable economy, the way we grow & market food will evolve. Regenerative farming is an evolving practice that aims to lessen the environmental impacts of food production. Check out this month's blog article where we look into how combining regenerative farming with vermicast application enhances soil health, water retention & biodiversity by reducing synthetic inputs & improving ecosystem resilience 💪

Join the #RescueRuapehu campaign & sign the petition to stop the closure of the Tangiwai Sawmill & Karioi Pulp Mill, to save hundreds of jobs at Winstone Pulp International Limited (WPI) 💪 MyNoke are sending so much aroha to the communities affected - including our team at our Ohakune site 💛

Exciting News! MyNoke has joined the NZ Young Farmers community 🐛🌱 We’re so excited to announce that MyNoke is now a proud supporter of NZ Young Farmers, joining the NZYF community to support & empower the next generation of food & fibre producers. So who are NZ Young Farmers? NZ Young Farmers is a non-profit organisation focused on connecting, nurturing & empowering young people throughout rural communities. Weaved into the fabric of the food & fibre sector, Clubs are a place to develop leadership skills, network with like-minded people & make friends for life. #farmingnz #vermicast #circulareconomy #sustainability #soilhealth

Huge kudos to Kale Print for developing our new packaging design, we couldn't be happier 👏

Interested in sustainable waste management and the circular economy? Check out this month's blog where we delve into the importance of sustainability in today’s market and how MyNoke's vermicomposting technology transforms organic waste, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and enriches soil health👇 #circulareconomy #soilhealth #wormfarming #wastetoresources #vermicomposting #vermicast #wormcastings #closingtheloop #organicwaste #sustainability #wastemanagement

The Kids Greening Taupō & Greening Taupō Arbor Day planting is happening again this Friday! It will be the 4th Greening Taupō Day - an event that's evolved from a planting event & fundraiser to an environmental festival for Taupō 🌳 To date, 250,000 native trees have been planted in partnership with the community. This year's Arbor Day will see 3,000 native plants being planted by 1,000 students (using MyNoke's vermicast to give them a boost!) as part of an urban corridor to bring back biodiversity to Taupō 🌏 In order to continue this awesome work you can donate to the cause via the website https://lnkd.in/g4AzijbG 🙌 #greeningtaupōday #kidsgreeningtaupō #greeningtaupō #target1000 #vermicast #communitysupport

MyNoke's latest Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory results are in! 📊   Over the period 01/04/2022 to 31/03/2023, MyNoke engaged sustainability advisor Justin Ford-Robertson to work with us to produce our second annual GHG emissions inventory report.   A few key take-outs from the reporting period:   👉 142,867 tonnes of organic waste processed by our incredible earthworms 👉 23,630 tonnes of vermicast produced to improve soil health 👉 73.9% GHG emissions reduction when compared to alternative landfill scenarios 👉 77,320 tonnes reduction of CO2e emissions from alternative landfill scenarios   MyNoke's operations emitted 27,251 tonnes of CO2e during the reporting period, averaging 191 kg CO2e for every tonne of waste received. Alternative landfill scenarios would have emitted 104,571 tonnes of CO2e, equivalent to 732 kg CO2e for every tonne of waste received.   How the findings were calculated:   Activity data was collated on several key areas, including our use of transport fuels & power, business travel, & the quantities & sources of organic wastes delivered to us. Also gathered was information on prior or alternative landfill disposal methods for each source of waste, enabling us to compare the environmental impact of vermicomposting with a traditional landfill scenario.   We sourced emission factors from the latest Ministry for the Environment | Manatū mō te Taiao Guidance, utilising the factor for waste composting in the absence of a specific value for vermicomposting. This allowed us to calculate our emissions & assess our contribution towards sustainability.   These achievements wouldn't have been possible without the hard work & dedication of our team & customers. Together, we're making a tangible difference in mitigating climate change & providing a more sustainable alternative to landfill for councils & industry 🤝   For more information get in touch via our website, www.mynoke.co.nz.   #Sustainability #GreenhouseGasInventory #CarbonFootprint #EnvironmentalImpact #MyNoke #GoGreen #vermicomposting #wormfarming #soilhealth