Our WONDERFUL SUPPORTERS
Meet the sponsors and stall holders who’ll be at UNDERGROUND. Their support is what makes the festival possible. Explore and support them below.
bIOME TRUST
Biome Trust is rewilding resources by committing its endowment to planetary health and regeneration. We are a philanthropic foundation in service to ecological health. We support symbiotic relationships between people and place.
qUORUM sENSE
Quorum Sense is a community of farmers, growers, researchers, coaches and others committed to the creation of thriving biological and regenerative farm systems across New Zealand.
Mangaroa Farms
Nestled alongside the Mangaroa River in Te Awa Kairangi Hutt Valley water catchment, Mangaroa Farms is a resilient community food hub and education centre. A living laboratory for transitioning dairy & pine into regenerative agriculture & native forests.
sOUTHLAND cARBON
Helping landowners and farmers to maintain phosphate levels, reintroduce carbon to their soils, and improve the productivity of farms, orchards, vineyards, horticulture and more. We produce commercial quantities of biochar & wood vinegar and look forward to helping more landowners to manage environmental risks and enhance sustainability on your farm.
pASTORAL iMPROVEMENTS
Through our innovations and partnerships we offer seed and other products to improve yields and returns without breaking the bank.
As farming people we know that products with the full range of desirable traits at a fair price are not always available.
rEGEN TO mARKET
Regen to Market is a first for Aotearoa. All produce featured carries the Land to Market seal, this confirms it is derived from farmers verified as regenerating their land through Ecological Outcome Verification. Regen to Market brings a global partnership with Land to Market and the Savory Institute to our shores so conscious consumers can purchase regenerative produce with confidence their purchase is supporting health.
wHENUA hAUMANU
Whenua Haumanu is a partnership between Massey University and the Ministry for Primary Industries through the Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures fund. It's the most comprehensive programme on regenerative agriculture in New Zealand.
sETHA sEEDS
High quality, organic New Zealand Heritage Seeds for home gardeners and small scale producers. We trial, grow and supply the best performing varieties that have been tended by New Zealand growers for generations. All seeds offered in our catalogue are grown by us here in Aotearoa.
aLIGN aGRI sOLUTIONS
Our mission? To empower organic and regenerative farmers and growers with innovative solutions that enhance soil health, boost crop vitality, and promote sustainable farming practices.
kA kā wā
We’re on a mission to disrupt the chocolate industry. Our Cacao origins are currently from the Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea.
agRIMM tECHNOLOGIES
Agrimm Technologies Ltd is the leading New Zealand manufacturer of Trichoderma crop protection products.
sOIL fOOD wEB
We are the foremost Soil testing laboratory for micro-biology in NZ. Our specialised soil analysis service offers a comprehensive range of tests to determine the biological composition, diversity and activity of our soils, composts and compost extracts in an easy to read report format.
SOIL SISTERS
Beautifully prepared and tasty salads using produce from farmers and Soil Sisters, Jamie Duke, Laughing Pukeko and Brit Morison, Tomtit Farm. Soil Sisters is a kaupapa of women passionate about food grown in way that’s good for soil, people & planet.
Embassy coffee
These Ōtautahi coffee legends will be rocking up with their mobile truck to fuel you with their delicious seasonal coffee blends.
bellbird bakery
Bellbird is an institution in Canterbury known for their top notch sourcing using local & seasonal ingredients, including Milmore Downs organic flour. They’ll be serving their famous sourdough, pastries, and sandwiches during the day.
base PIZZA TRUCK
Christchurch's infamous BASE Woodfired Pizza use only the highest quality ingredients to create authentic, delicious pizzas that everyone can enjoy. With dairy & gluten free options available too.
The Nem & Tode
The Nem & Tode is our festival bar run out of an old Bedford Truck. Pick up a pint, or a pie, a filter coffee, a fizzy drink, or a Greystone wine. It’s also where you can sample our exclusive festival hazy.
Please note: The Nem & Tode will be open during the day but alcohol will only be served from 4-9pm Wednesday and 12-2.30pm on Thursday, as per our special license.
FOOD BY FIRE ASADO BBQ
An unforgettable outdoor dining experience, using only the best quality meats and locally sourced ingredients. A true celebration and taste of North Canterbury led by executive chef, Josh Hunter (Ngati Tuwharetoa). These local legends will be preparing our Regen To Market Closing Feast.
The Regenerative viticulutre foundation
The RVF is a global charity working to inspire the transition to regenerative viticulture globally through science, communication and support for growers.
Hear about RVF’s new One Block Challenge on the Regen Vine Walk
