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Statement of Intent (Creation of a Plant Suppliers Directory and Multi-Vendor Store)

Tropical Food Growers & Food Forests Bay of Plenty

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28th February 2020 Statement of Intent initiated and publicized

1 March 2020 Funding sought from Lotteries
5 March 2020 Launched delivery and install of raised garden beds in community during covid lockdown
April Launched food delivery and network
April 2020 Purchased software and began development
10 Jun 2024 Changed initiative and rebranded from Happy Scion Project to Troppo  https://www.troppo.nz/about-troppo/

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Creation of a Plant Suppliers Directory and Multi-Vendor Store

We are thrilled to introduce an innovative initiative aimed at fostering collaboration, building a resilient community, and creating a centralized marketplace for plant enthusiasts and suppliers alike. Our new Plant Suppliers Directory and Multi-Vendor Store is designed to be a vibrant hub where buyers and sellers can easily connect, share knowledge, and thrive together.

Objectives:

  1. Foster Collaboration:
    • Establish a network of diverse plant suppliers, from rare plant growers to seasoned tropical plant sellers.
    • Encourage knowledge sharing and best practices among vendors to improve overall quality and customer satisfaction.
  2. Build Community:
    • Create a supportive and interactive online community where plant lovers can exchange tips, advice, and experiences.
    • Organize events, webinars, and forums to strengthen connections within the community.
  3. Enhance Kai Resilience:
    • Promote sustainable growing practices and the importance of kai (food) resilience.
    • Support local growers and sellers, contributing to the resilience and sustainability of our food systems.
    • Create food forests and offer workshops on sustainable practices.
    • Install syntropic agroforestry systems and conduct site visits for hands-on planting experiences.
    • Provide opportunities to taste exotic fruits and vegetables while learning sustainable practices.
    • Collaborate with local community groups that have emerged due to COVID-19.
  4. Centralized Marketplace:
    • Develop a comprehensive online platform where multiple vendors can showcase their products.
    • Provide an intuitive and user-friendly shopping experience, making it easy for customers to find and purchase their desired plants.
  5. Educational Content:
    • Produce videography and short documentary-style videos showcasing food forests and syntropic agroforestry installations in New Zealand.
    • Use these videos as educational tools to inspire and inform the community about sustainable practices and innovations in tropical growing.
  6. Ethics and Values:
    • Value honesty and integrity in all interactions.
    • Ensure access to and sharing of knowledge among all members.
    • Appreciate and value each other’s diverse interests and expertise.
    • Support community projects that enhance local environments and food security.
    • Foster and encourage plant knowledge and enthusiasm within communities.
    • Jointly benefit all members through collaboration and shared resources.
    • Foster an online community to share knowledge, create tutorials, and collaborate on educational content.

Response to COVID-19:

This initiative was developed in response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 lockdowns. The pandemic highlighted the need for greater self-sufficiency, community support, and resilient food systems. As a result, we have shifted our operations and focus to address these needs, aiming to empower individuals and communities to grow their own food and support local growers.

Troppo Magazine

We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of the Troppo Magazine—a dedicated publication for our community of plant enthusiasts. This magazine will be a rich resource filled with:

  1. Expert Articles: In-depth articles on plant care, cultivation tips, and the latest trends in the plant world.
  2. Grower Spotlights: Features on our independent growers, showcasing their unique stories and the exceptional plants they cultivate.
  3. Community Contributions: Articles and stories from members of our community, sharing their experiences and insights.
  4. Event Announcements: Information on upcoming events, workshops, and webinars hosted by Troppo.
  5. Exclusive Offers: Special discounts and offers available only to our magazine subscribers.

The Troppo Magazine aims to enhance our community’s knowledge, celebrate our growers’ hard work, and provide inspiration for every plant enthusiast. By subscribing, you’ll stay informed, connected, and inspired.

Join Troppo today and be part of a thriving community of plant enthusiasts! Let’s grow together!


Project Announcement:

We are excited to unveil the expansion of our green haven! 🌿 Alongside our fabulous collection of plants, we are now welcoming an array of amazing vendors and plant sellers to our online portal. Think of it as a botanical bazaar, right at your fingertips! 🪴🌸

Our platform allows you to browse through multiple sellers in one go, making it incredibly easy to find, buy, and learn all about your favorite leafy treasures. Whether you’re seeking advice on plant care, exploring growth tips, or on the hunt for that next rare and exotic specimen to add to your collection, we’ve got you covered.

We share your passion for quirky, unique, and tropical beauties. If you’re looking for a one-stop spot to fuel your plant obsession, you’ve just found your paradise. Dive in and let’s grow this vibrant community together! 🌺🌵🌴

In addition, we are producing videography and short documentary-style videos of food forests and syntropic agroforestry installations in New Zealand. These educational videos aim to inspire and inform our community about sustainable practices and innovations.

This initiative is our response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 lockdowns, which underscored the importance of self-sufficiency, community support, and resilient food systems. By installing raised garden beds in communities and teaching the skills to grow their own food, we are committed to enhancing food sustainability and kai resilience. This includes creating food forests, offering workshops, installing syntropic agroforestry systems, conducting site visits, providing hands-on planting experiences, and tasting exotic fruits and vegetables while learning sustainable practices. We are also collaborating with local community groups that have emerged due to COVID-19.

We value honesty, ensure access to and sharing of knowledge, appreciate each other’s diverse interests, support community projects, and foster plant knowledge and enthusiasm within our communities. This initiative aims to jointly benefit all members and foster an online community for sharing knowledge, creating tutorials, and collaborating on educational content. Let’s grow together!

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