We’re a charity and incorporated society governed by a volunteer national council of seven elected members.
We work with our members and partner organisations to support the development of organic, regenerative growing.
Our activities
- Publishing The Good Dirt, a monthly e-newsletter for members – plus a free version: sign up here
- Publishing articles on our Organic NZ website, including the monthly moon calendar for members, and articles about gardening, farming, food and health
- Working to curb pesticide and synthetic fertiliser use by providing information and education on their health and environmental effects
- Advocacy to keep New Zealand farming, our food supply, and the environment free of genetic engineering, pesticides and synthetic additives
- Engaging with local and central Government to influence decisions and policy
- Publishing a number of educational growing guides.
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 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 is currently one active branch: Auckland.
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