Gibb’s Farm today consists of 30 Acres of quality organic coffee, 10 acres of organic vegetables and fruit, 5 acres of flowers and herbs and a working dairy and pig farm.  There is also a tree nursery on the Farm where hundreds of young saplings are grown to encourage the growth of native tree species in the area.

The entire operation is a model of ecologically sustainable agriculture. Everything is grown organically using only natural fertilizer from the farm. Farm Manager Petro uses plants with insect repellent properties instead of pesticides to ensure that no chemicals are added to the vegetables. Reclaimed water is used whenever possible. All buildings and furniture are built using local materials and local labor, at our on-site workshop. All bottles are broken down and recycled, or used in building foundations. 90% of our hot water is heated using solar power. In short, every possible element of Gibb’s Farm is ecologically friendly and sustainable.

All meals are planned according to the Farm’s seasons

Gibb's Farm is Eco-Friendly

At gibb’s farm we are committed to practicing organic, sustainable farming methods and a responsible work ethic:

• 90% of the food served at the table is grown at GIBB'S FARM. We have 10 acres of vegetables and fruit, 5 acres of flowers and herbs, and a working dairy and pig farm.
• We grow, harvest, process, roast and serve organic coffee.
• We have a tree nursery where we nurture hundreds of young tree saplings, to encourage the growth of native species.
• 90% of our hot water is heated using solar power.
• All of our crops are grown organically, without chemicals or pesticides. Reclaimed water is used whenever possible.
• All glass bottles are broken down and recycled, or used in building foundations.
• We make everything we possibly can on site, using local materials and local labor. This includes furniture.
• 99% of our employees are members of the Karatu community

90% of our hot water is heated using solar power

Wine bottles are broken and used in building foundations; plastic bottles are decomposed by the sun prior to disposal. All of the guest rooms are built using local materials and labour, thus supporting the local economy.

Gibb's Farm is very active in supporting the local schools, managing donations from guests and contributing to the management and planning of school improvement projects, such as the new Tloma Primary classroom recently completed. Find out more on the Karatu Education Fund web site.

 

All the furniture for the cottages and guest areas is made on-site, using local materials and local labor

Milk and butter comes fresh from the dairy