Meet Greg Hart: Farming for a Better Future
Discover sustainable farming at Mangarara Farms.
Greg Hart's journey with Mangarara Farms began over two decades ago with a shared vision with Rachel: to move beyond conventional farming. This marked the start of a profound transformation towards regenerative agriculture, where healing the land became as crucial as producing quality food.
Meet Greg Hart
Greg Hart is the driving force behind Mangarara Farms' transformation into a regenerative agriculture leader. With over two decades of hands-on experience, his passion for healing the land while producing exceptional food is evident in every aspect of the farm's operation.
A respected voice in sustainable farming, Greg is committed to sharing his knowledge and inspiring others through speaking engagements, media appearances (including his TED Talk and Country Calendar feature), and the ongoing success of Mangarara Farms.
Recognised Excellence
Mangarara Farms and Greg Hart's dedication to sustainable practices have been recognized through several notable achievements, including the 2017 Pan Pac Hawke’s Bay Farm Forester of the Year award and the 2008 Air New Zealand Environment Trust Grant.
Greg's insights and the impactful story of Mangarara Farms have also reached wider audiences, featuring on New Zealand's Country Calendar and through his engaging 2022 TED Talk, highlighting the potential of regenerative agriculture
Vision for the Future
Looking ahead, Greg Hart and the team at Mangarara Farms are committed to continuous improvement and innovation in regenerative farming. Our goal is to further refine our practices, explore new ways to enhance ecological health, and inspire others to adopt similar approaches
We envision a future where agriculture plays a central role in healing the planet and providing nutritious food for all. Mangarara Farms strives to be a living example of this possibility, demonstrating that environmental stewardship and high-quality food production can go hand-in-hand
Healthy Grazing
Using natural grazing to improve soil.
Tree Planting
Over 100,000 native trees planted.
Mixed Farming
Pigs, dairy, and composting for balance.
