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Discover the Wairarapa Eco Farm
The aim across everything we do is to facilitate and catalyse the transformation of our community into a society based on food quality, environmental care and inclusive, holistic thinking. We call it Soul & Soil-Based Living.
Discover Our Programs
Where we embrace Soul & Soil Based Living. Here, we model and educate agroecological environmental principles and values. Join us for a symbiotic relationship with our Mother Earth and to see how a farm can function as the cornerstone of the community.
Workshops
You can sign up for our seasonal workshop series. We need a minimum of 5 people per workshop to go ahead.
Franks Mentorship
The agricultural landscape can be full of advisers and reps convinced they know better. Find the confidence to say “no” to farmaceutical fertilisers and chemicals. Just sign up!
Summer Internships
Simply fill out our application form, and we’ll get you signed up for either early summer( before Christmas) or late summer(after Christmas). And you’ll be on your journey of ecological discovery.
Consoltations
Have you run into an agricultural problem and are uncertain what to do next? Let Frank check it out. He’s a bit of a soil whisperer. Get Frank’s advice.
Aprenticeship
Just fill out our application form, and we’ll set up an interview. This is a 3-year commitment to set you up on your journey to your ecological dreams.
Questions?
Just contact us.
Education & Consoltations
Discover life from the ground up!
We understand that everyone wants to live healthy, grow strong, in a clean environment with a vibrant community and circulating economies. In this time of change, things can feel uncertain. This is why we believe that building vibrant, self-sufficient communities will be the foundation of future resilience. We know that some scary narratives are floating around. We refuse to live in fear because we see every day that everything we need nature supplies, our earth is abundant, resilient and here to support us through life’s ups and downs. It has always been our intent to share this learning with like-minded people.
If you want to see, feel and taste nature’s abundance than come experience one of our programs. Simply sign up and be part of the solution.
Seasonal Workshops
Oct
18
Soils with Frank
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
dec
6
Plants with Frank
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
dec
6
Animals with Frank
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
dec
6
Managment with Frank
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Agroecology, Diversity and Sustainable Future
At the Wairarapa Eco Farm, we embrace sustainable farming practices that prioritise ecological balance and community well-being. Our methods focus on agroecology, ensuring we not only produce healthy food but also nurture the environment whilst supporting local biodiversity.
We believe in the power of education and community engagement. Through workshops and hands-on experiences, we enjoy sharing our knowledge of eco-friendly practices, empowering individuals to adopt sustainable lifestyles. Join us in cultivating a healthier planet and a stronger community.
Summer Internships
nov
3
Early Summer
Starting 3 November 2025 at 9:30 am – 12 December at 3:00 pm. 6-week summer intership
jan
19
Late Summer
19 January, 2026 at 9:30 am – 27 February, 2026 at 3:00 pm. 6-week summer intership
Aprenticships
Year
1
Explore!
Starting 3 November 2025 at 9:30 am – 12 December at 3:00 pm. 6-week summer intership
Year
2
Design!
19 January, 2026 at 9:30 am – 27 February, 2026 at 3:00 pm. 6-week summer intership
Year
3
Devalop!
19 January, 2026 at 9:30 am – 27 February, 2026 at 3:00 pm. 6-week summer intership
Frank says
“In a disconnected world, we treat people like animals, animals like plants, plants like soil and soil like dirt”
Our Dream
On the farm, our priority is to walk the talk and to be a part of creating the dream with others. Our dream is a world where people feel and act in a responsible manner, conscious of their own health and well-being, the health and well-being of the planet and of the universe. This requires a societal paradigm shift or a different worldview that includes a focus on food quality and inclusive thinking.
It’s an opportunity to develop communication skills, to listen, learn and expand your viewpoints which in turn may help you find new ways to approach new situations and deal with challenges.
Phone and or video support to answer your questions for the 1, 3, 6, or 12-month period on any aspect of your garden operation, guiding you to implement your plan.
There are no bad questions, if you run into a challange just ask Frank!
Frank’s Mentorship
Guidance
1
Just Ask Frank!
Frank will be able to share his knowledge, experience, and organic business insider views to help you identify your goals and fulfil your potential.
- One half-day on-site intimate meeting at your property per month with talks, tours and discussions.
Experiance
2
Just Ask Frank
- One half-day tour of our farm in relation to your questions. You can learn from other examples of how things can be done( action in practice). With discussions.
Follow up
3
Simply Ask
- One call a week, for updates, follow-up questions and troubleshooting.
Our Approach
An approach that focuses on experience-led guidance in plain language, we share and combine our knowledge and experience with yours to grow better food and communities together.
We are now in the position to offer advice on a personal level, but also in the form of various tailor-made training programs, including one-off talks/lectures, workshops or extended courses. Our teaching methodology is grounded in experiential learning. However, the approach is adjusted to take into account personal or group preferences, expectations and responses.
Consultation
advisery
1
Let us suport you!
Personal one no one on–site meetings to dig deeper into your farm transformation challenges.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Email and phone support to answer your questions on any aspect of your garden operation, guiding you to implement your plan. Price per hour.
Guidance
2
Not sure?
If you’re not certain, but think we can help then get in touch for a free initial 30-minute consultation (some conditions apply), during which time we can discuss your needs and our offerings further.
For more info or to organise a meeting, contact us via email or phone 022 095 8479
The Wairarapa Eco Farm