About Soil and Health NZ

We’re a charity and incorporated society governed by a volunteer national council of elected members.

We work with our members and partner organisations to support the development of organic, regenerative growing.

Our activities

For 82 years (1942-2024) we published a magazine, Organic NZ; many of the past articles are available on our Organic NZ website.

Our structure

The Soil & Health Association has a strong supporter and membership base. We have a volunteer governance body, a national office with permanent staff members, contract staff, and branches that are run by volunteers.

Governance

The Association’s governance body is called the National Council (NC). It consists of up to seven members who are appointed by the membership. NC members are elected for a two-year term.
See the current National Council

Our constitution

Our current constitution is available here.

National office

Our small team runs the day-to-day operations of the Association.
Contact the National Office

Branches

The branches are set up with their own constitutions and committees. There are currently two active branches: Auckland and Mid-Canterbury.

Members and Supporters

Members and supporters have made it possible to have an Association since 1941! By joining the Association and making donations, members of the public provide funding for the Association to carry out its work. Members and supporters also play a vital role in education and advocacy, educating both themselves and others and taking action to support our campaigns.

Our policies

We take a stance on key issues relating to food, the environment and health. Read our policy positions here: Our policies