PERSONALISED FOOD FOREST DESIGN MENTORSHIP
TURN YOUR LAND INTO A THRIVING FOOD FOREST THIS SEASON
Join me in New Zealand for THE hands-on trainings of the season. October 2-7
Walk away with a plan, species list, install strategy, equipment checklist,
AND the practical skills to get started THIS season.
Reserve your October Training seat (free)
Takes 30 seconds - spots are first come, first served
Four Year Transformation
Planting Day
Today
Location: Bay of Plenty
Area Planted: 1+ Acre
WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE AT THE EVENT
Advanced Management in Action
Go beyond the basics. Learn how to control growth with pruning, cycle support species, and manage succession so your system stays productive instead of overgrown.
Field Grafting & Propagation
One of the highest-value skills you can learn. We’ll practice field grafting techniques that let you speed up production at lower cost, and set up propagation systems so you can grow your own nursery stock instead of buying it in.
Hands-On Installation
Lay out rows, prepare the soil, and install a working food forest system step by step. You’ll see exactly how to structure a planting that produces food fast and creates an easy-to-manage system.
Farm Planning Frameworks
See how to map out your property, design rows and support lines, and plan for long-term production. These are the same frameworks I use with clients to install large-scale systems across New Zealand.
What You Get When You Join Before the Deadline
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🎯 Free attendance at the Oct 2–7 flagship training days (and all future events).
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📝 Personal 1:1 design planning sessions for your land.
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🌱 Species + equipment list tailored to your context.
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✂️ Pruning + installation strategies (hands-on).
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🌿 Starter plant material to take home.
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💻 Weekly Zoom sessions for design reviews & community support.
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📚 Recordings of advanced systems from around the world.
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📓 Vendor Black Book for the best NZ nurseries, discounts & suppliers.
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🌍 Global community of landowners + consultants.
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🥝 NZ bonus perks: optional site visits to your farm + installation support.
How it Works
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Join the Fellowship ($588usd/year).
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Membership gives you ongoing 1:1 sessions and group mentorship, design reviews, and access to our global community.
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Reserve your seat for any or all days between Oct 2–7.
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Limited spots available per day.
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Prep with Byron on Zoom before the event.
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You’ll get a 1:1 onboarding session to discuss your project and design, so you’re ready to make the most of your training.
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Come to the farm.
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Learn, design, prune, plant, and walk away with your plan and species list.
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Keep the momentum going.
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Stay supported through weekly live calls and recordings inside the Fellowship.
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Get access to ALL future in-person trainings throughout the season.
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"Clarity or Money Back" Guarantee
Attend your 1:1 Zoom Design Session and the first day of training.
If you don’t walk away with 10x more clarity, a plan in your hands and new skills to make it practical, cancel and get a full refund.
No risk. No wasted time. Just results.
Why This Training Matters
Most landowners waste years (and thousands of dollars) not knowing how & where to start.
At this training, you’ll shortcut all of that.
You’ll see what actually works - hands-on, step by step - and you’ll leave with a clear plan to follow on your land.
You’ll learn and practice:
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✅ Pruning and succession strategies
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✅ System layouts that are easy to manage and produce year-round food
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✅ Designing your own site with confidence
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✅ Installation and equipment best practices
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✅ Propagation and starter plant material to take home
This isn’t classroom theory. It’s on-the-ground training at a real food forest.
Weekend Agenda
Daily Schedule:
8:00am Arrival, registration, orchard walk + fresh fruit
9:00am Full-day training sessions begin
5:00pm Wrap-up + Q&A
Location:
15 minutes outside Whakatāne
Additional Details:
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Dress Code: Outdoor workwear – expect to get hands-on in the field!
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What to Bring: Gloves, sturdy footwear, hat, notebook, and a refillable water bottle.
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Accommodation: Nearby eco-lodges, motels, DOC campgrounds and Airbnbs available.
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Included in Your Ticket:
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12 months of access to ongoing community trainings & events.
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Ongoing 1:1 Zoom sessions (with Byron) for guidance on your project.
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Disclaimer: This is an immersive experience. Be ready to get involved and learn by doing!
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this for? Anyone designing their own land, starting a food forest business, or helping clients do the same. Whether you’re a total beginner or already consulting, you’ll get systems, support, and strategies to level up.
Is this just for people in New Zealand? Nope. We’ve got members from all over the world. If you’re in NZ, you’ll get access to extra in-person events and site visits - but the core Fellowship runs online. We run sessions across multiple timezones throughout the week to make sure you can always join, no matter where you are.
When are the events? Most of the in-person events run throughout spring, summer, and autumn in NZ - from September to April. That’s when we’re planting, pruning, harvesting, and running live trainings on the farm.
What exactly do I get when I join? Live training calls & design reviews via Zoom. Detailed walkthroughs of advanced syntropic food forests. A global support network. And practical guidance to help you design, install, and manage systems that actually work - whether it’s your land or your client's.
How is this different from YouTube or free content? This is the stuff that doesn’t make it to YouTube - deeper strategy, full design breakdowns, and real feedback on your projects. Plus, private calls, events, and behind-the-scenes systems that I actually use. This is where I support your specific project & goals.
Can I ask questions and get feedback on my land or client projects? Yes. That’s one of the best parts. Multiple times per week you’ll get to bring your questions to the live calls and get real feedback - not just theory.
What if I want Byron’s direct help? If you want to upgrade to “Done-With-You,” you’ll get a complete system custom-designed for your land: species list, layout, planting schedule, and a clear plan for installation and management.
Do I have to be an expert to join? No. Some members are just starting their first system. Others are already operating the biggest agroforestry consultancy in their country. You’ll be supported either way - and surrounded by people walking the same path.
What if I already have a design or food forest? Perfect. The Fellowship helps you manage, prune, troubleshoot, and expand your system with better results. It’s also great if you’re shifting to consulting or teaching others.
How long do I get access for? Your membership is annual and includes all the live sessions, recordings, in-person events and community support. You can renew after a year or cancel anytime before the next renewal.