At Giggles, the garden isn’t just about growing plants—it’s about growing little minds, big hearts, and strong communities! With fresh fruits, veggies, and hands-on learning, kids get to dig, plant, and taste their way to a better understanding of where food comes from. Plus, the garden helps families by offering fresh produce to take home—because healthy eating should be easy and fun! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qG0fshzNeiw

Today Jun 15, 2025, the air in Te Puna buzzed with excitement and the promise of a greener future as the Food Forests Tauranga Group hosted a highly anticipated Food Forest Install at Lindsay and Scotty’s picturesque property. This wasn’t just a planting day; it was a masterclass in ecological design, transforming a patch of land with the ambitious goal of establishing a thriving food forest, with over 450 plants finding their new homes.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ns8yDBHe1rg

Community & Connection: The Human Energy Powering a New Food Forest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYpdddM_2Xg

Hi, just want to introduce myself. I am Steve and live in Te Puke Bay of Plenty. I started a food forest in Samoa some years ago but have implemented one here in Te Puke called Troppo. Here are some pics.