In Te Puke, Kris Edgington is creating a developing food forest on a small plot. It’s a living example of syntropic agroforestry, a powerful, low-maintenance, and regenerative way to grow food.
What You’ll Find at the Food Forest
Kris has applied his knowledge from a study trip to Brazil, proving that a wide variety of food can be grown in the Bay of Plenty. While the installation is fairly new, you can find a diverse mix of edible plants, including:
- Tropical and Exotic Fruits: Such as cherimoya, white sapote, and jaboticaba.
- Diverse Staples: Including over 10 varieties of bananas, pineapples, and various citrus and avocado trees.
- Support Plants: The system is bolstered by plants that build biomass and improve the soil, like Mexican sunflower.
A Movement for a Resilient Aotearoa
For Kris, this project is about more than just personal food production. He’s a passionate advocate for food self-sufficiency and building stronger communities. He shares his knowledge through paid workshops, training, and consultations, inspiring others to start their own food-growing journeys.
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