SUSTAINABILITY

At Down to Earth Organics, better for you means better for everyone, including the planet. For more than 40 years we have lived and promoted the benefits of organics, and natural sustainable living. We endeavour to only stock products from suppliers who use ethical labour practices and who prevent harmful environmental and social consequences across the life cycle of their product. When you shop at Down to Earth Organics you know you are shopping sustainably and consciously.

Certified Organic

Certified organic is a guarantee of authenticity which is why it’s our mission to choose certified organic products when and where possible. We work with local suppliers to ensure we always know where our products come from and how they have been treated. Why? Certified organic is better for you, our animals and the planet and at Down to Earth that’s what matters. When you shop with us you’re helping to support and cultivate sustainable, organic farming, food production and long term care of our environment for generations to come.


our Journal

45 Years of Community and Growth: Meet the Faces Behind Down to Earth Organics Today!

45 Years of Community and Growth: Meet the Faces Behind Down to Earth Organics Today!

A few months ago, we celebrated our 45th anniversary! A truly special milestone, and a truly yummy cake! A few weeks beforehand we decided to put pen to paper and interview the original founders of our beloved store. We took a handful of moments to reflect on the memories of...

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THE JOY OF Hōhepa

THE JOY OF Hōhepa

In 1958 when Roddy Stronach started school at the newly opened Hōhepa School in Hawke’s Bay, he was 11 years old with a life expectancy, as a down syndrome child, of only a few more years at best. In those days the needs of intellectually disabled children were barely understood,...

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LIONS MANE BRAIN BALLS WITH MISTY DAY - Recipe

LIONS MANE BRAIN BALLS WITH MISTY DAY - Recipe

LIONS MANE BRAIN BALLS WITH MISTY DAY Not long ago, Rachel Dawson, owner of Misty Day, attended a dinner party where she was served the most amazing bliss balls. After tasting them, she couldn’t resist asking for the recipe, and the gracious host happily shared it. To enhance the recipe,...

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