Our Reason, Our Way, Our Why
Our Method
Plantage
Plantage is not just planting—it is a sacred promise, an old agreement between people and the earth. It is the gentle touch of hands on soil, the careful tending of roots, and the deep respect for what each plant carries—medicine, fragrance, color, and ancient stories. Every leaf and flower has purpose, every harvest a ceremony. Plantage is more than taking; it is honoring, protecting, and listening. It is knowing that the earth gives, but we must give back. In this way, we do not just grow plants—we grow balance, respect, and life itself.
Extract
Extraction is not just taking—it is a conversation with the spirit of the plant, a careful asking, not demanding. The roots, leaves, and flowers hold gifts—oils, essences, and compounds that heal, nourish, and inspire. But these gifts are not free; they come with responsibility. True extraction is guided by respect, patience, and gratitude. It means taking only what is needed, leaving the plant, the soil, and the spirit intact. Every drop, every grain carries the story of the land it came from, and it must be honored—not just in how it is taken, but in how it is used and given back.
Provenance
Provenance is the story carried in every leaf, every drop, every grain—it is the journey from seed to soil, from harvest to hand, and finally to those who partake. It is the trace of care, respect, and wisdom woven through every stage, from the first planting to the final offering. Every step—growing, harvesting, processing—is a chapter in a story that must honor the land, the people, and the plant itself. When we honor provenance, we do not just consume; we connect—to the earth, to the hands that nurtured, and to the sacred purpose carried in each gift.
Our Philosophy
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Ti Mauri
Honouring the Vital Force We recognize and amplify the essential life force in every plant we source. Our approach ensures:
Natural Integrity: Preserving the innate qualities of each species from soil to final extract.
Cultural Integrity: Honoring and perpetuating Māori traditional knowledge in our sourcing practices.
Scientific Integrity: Employing rigorous research to unlock and standardize the bioactive compounds within each plant.
Human Benefit Integrity: Ensuring our sourced materials contribute positively to human well-being while respecting their origin.
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Affinitive Enterprise
I am Nature, and nature is me Our business model is built on creating symbiotic relationships with New Zealand's ecosystems.
We reject exploitative practices, instead developing methods that allow us to source materials while enhancing biodiversity and ecological health.
Our team embodies this principle, aligning personal values with our corporate mission to ensure excellence in every interaction with nature and our clients.
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7 Ariki Guardians
Code Keepers of Papatuanuku As stewards of New Zealand's natural resources, we employ this indigenous model to guide our decision-making.
We consider the impact of our sourcing activities across seven crucial domains: spiritual, cultural, emotional, mental, physical, environmental, and generational.
This ensures our operations contribute to a holistic form of prosperity that spans individual, community, and ecological well-being.