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Pumpkins, potatoes and a plot of land: Welcome to the Carb Club

Country Life by RNZ

May 1, 202600:18:10Society & Culture

It takes a grower, a gatherer - of people - and a plot of land to create a "carb club". The idea is to make it easier for people to grow staple crops which might need more than your average-sized backyard vegetable garde...

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Pumpkins, potatoes and a plot of land: Welcome to the Carb Club is an episode from Country Life by RNZ. It takes a grower, a gatherer - of people - and a plot of land to create a "carb club". The idea is to make it easier for people to grow...

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Published May 1, 2026, 00:18:10 long, audio available.

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What is Pumpkins, potatoes and a plot of land: Welcome to the Carb Club about?

It takes a grower, a gatherer - of people - and a plot of land to create a "carb club". The idea is to make it easier for people to grow staple crops which might need more than your average-sized backyard vegetable garden. About 20 families have been pooling their labour to produce enough potatoes and pumpkins to see them through the year, and have a lot of fun besides. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here . With thanks to: Sheldon Levet, Justin Connor, Katie Rosati, Jane Riddiford and Mika Zollner Make sure you’re following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don’t miss new episodes every Friday evening. Want to chat to us or find out more about RNZ Podcasts? Join the RNZ Podcasts Discussion Facebook group where we share behind the scenes info about our series, and invite you to share feedback, recommendations and ask us questions. Send us your feedback or get in touch at country@rnz.co.nz Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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Pumpkins, potatoes and a plot of land: Welcome to the Carb Club is an episode from Country Life by RNZ.

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