AgriTech New Zealand (AgriTechNZ) has grown significantly since our launch in May 2018. As a membership-based organisation, AgriTechNZ is run by an elected Executive Council and this year we have four vacancies on the Executive Council for election.
AgriTechNZ connects innovators, investors, regulators and researchers. AgriTechNZ advances the ecosystem through advocacy, collaboration, innovation, talent and economic growth through international connections and missions.
To continue building on our success, it is critical to have the drive and support of a purposeful Executive Council and we are now seeking nominations. We encourage you to consider who could make an impact, ensuring the new Council reflects the diversity of the community we support.
Executive Council Nominations
There is now an opportunity to put yourself forward or nominate someone else for a role on the AgriTechNZ Executive Council. This year we have vacancies for the following positions:
- Corporate – Major (1 position)
- Corporate – Other (1 position)
- SMEs and Start-ups (2 positions)
Each of the positions are for a two-year term. The successful candidate for each position is determined by the votes from all eligible AgriTechNZ members, conducted online from 15 July – 29 July. The results will be announced at the Annual Meeting on Tuesday 12 August 2025.
Nominees for the above positions must be:
- from an AgriTechNZ member organisation.
- in the AgriTechNZ tier they are being nominated for.
- up to date with their AgriTechNZ membership fees.
Government research institutes will now be able to nominate someone as part of the Other Corporate seat, noting that only a portion of their revenue comes direct from Government.
All nominations must be submitted online by 5pm, Tuesday 8 July 2025.
AgriTechNZ Executive Council roles and responsibilities include:
- Direct and supervise the business and affairs of AgriTechNZ.
- Attend monthly Executive Council meetings, usually two hours in duration (video conferencing available).
- Represent AgriTechNZ at industry events and as part of delegations.
- Assist with managing and securing members of AgriTechNZ.
- Participate in AgriTechNZ working groups and projects.
- Where agreed by the Executive Council, act as a spokesperson for AgriTechNZ on particular issues relating to working groups or projects.
- Be a vocal advocate of AgriTechNZ.
Online Voting for Elected seats
Voting will take place online in advance of the meeting. The results will be announced at the Annual Meeting. Please see the Charter for an outline of Executive Council Membership and election process. Each organisation has one vote allocated to the primary contact of the member organisation.
Annual Meeting Details
The Annual Meeting is scheduled for 3pm, Tuesday 12 August and is to be held via video conference. This is a member only event.
Notices and Remits
If you wish to propose any notices or motions to be considered at the Annual Meeting, please send them to elections@agritechnz.org.nz by 5pm, Tuesday, 22 July 2025.
Key Dates:
- Tuesday, 17 June 2025: Call for nominations for Executive Council representatives issued to members.
- Tuesday, 8 July 2025: Nominations close.
- Tuesday, 15 July 2025: List of nominees to be issued to AgriTechNZ voting members and electronic voting commences.
- Tuesday, 22 July 2025: Any proposed notices, motions or remits to be advised to AgriTechNZ.
- Tuesday 12 August 2025: Results of online voting announced at Annual Meeting
What’s next?