Sustainable Farms: Lifestyle Block Innovation @ Silk Farm

Schedule

Wed Nov 12 2025 at 12:00 am to 02:00 am

UTC+13:00

Location

274 Weld Road Lower, Tataraimaka, New Plymouth 4374, New Zealand | New Plymouth, TK

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Join our walking tour of the farm, taking in aspects of sustainable lifestyle block living.
Discuss different approaches to tree planting for stock shelter, grazing and other benefits. Compare the diverse pasture experience across different paddock conditions and approaches including the benefits and challenges.
Enjoy a cuppa and a scone while you learn more about how to get the best from solar PV, and other ways the Silk family live from the land and elements.

Note: Please wear weather appropriate attire and footwear for being on the farm.

$10 includes hot drink & scone, limited spaces.

Part of the Taranaki Sustainable Trails: Backyards, Builds & Farms. Check out our huge range of ticketed, koha and free events during the Trails (31 Oct - 16 Nov 2025)
www.sustainablebackyards.org.nz
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