Watch: The OANZ Speaker Series — Robyn O’Brien & Jeff Moyer

The OANZ Speaker Series launched with two international organic and regenerative organic experts: Robyn O'Brien, co-founder of rePlant capital and OANZ Advisory Board Member and Jeff Moyer, organic pioneer and CEO of Rodale Institute joined us from America with inspiring messages on how New Zealand can nurture and develop the organic sector.

Robyn O'Brien: Capital as the Catalyst: Solutions for soil health and climate change.

Organic food thought-leader Robyn O’Brien has deep roots in New Zealand. With family across the country, Reducing regulatory risk for New Zealand’s organic products and developing a bridge for Aotearoa’s organics in the USA is her ambition.

In her talk, Robyn touches on:

  • How leadership can influence policy — whether it’s food systems or healthcare systems;

  • How New Zealand can learn from the mistakes America has made around the politics and policy of food; and

  • Why traditional farmers should consider transitioning to organic farming practices to free themselves from expensive chemical products.

Jeff Moyer: What would it take for NZ to become regenerative organic world leaders?

Organic pioneer Jeff Moyer has worked at Rodale Institute for over 40 years and sat on the US Department of Agriculture National Standards Board.

In his talk, Jeff focuses on:

  • New Zealand’s unique positioning to become a global leader in the conversation around linking regenerative agriculture and organic agriculture; and

  • How the power of words can lead to positive change.

Thank you to our speakers for a thoughtful and inspiring afternoon.

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