AgriTech New Zealand

Fieldays: Beyond The Diplomat – Exploring Women’s Leadership
2025-06-12 15:30 - 17:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | NZ International Business Centre, Fieldays, 125 Mystery Creek Road Hamilton, Waikato 3240
Now in its fourth year, this event provides a unique space for women to connect and share insights at Fieldays. This year’s theme, “Beyond The Diplomat,” focuses on how women lead through complexity, particularly in an era of geopolitical change and an uncertain global trade environment. The discussion will highlight whether women’s leadership styles bring unique strengths to these challenges – whether they are more effective, simply different, or both.

Event Highlights:

Panel Discussion featuring women leaders from the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands
Interactive Q&A
Networking Session with drinks and nibbles
Opportunities for mentorship and connection

Panellists:

H.E. Iona Thomas – British High Commissioner to New Zealand
H.E. Jane Connolly – Ambassador of Ireland to New Zealand
Carolien Vis – Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
Bridgit Hawkins (MC) – Acting CEO, Humble Bee Bio

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Open to all Fieldays attendees, this event is focused on amplifying women’s voices and fostering community across sectors. Spaces are limited – register early to secure your place!

PRIMARY INDUSTRIES NEW ZEALAND SUMMIT & AWARDS 2025
2025-06-24 - 2025-06-25 | Te Pae Convention Centre, 188 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
The Primary Industries New Zealand Summit and Awards brings together influential stakeholders and leaders from across of the primary sectors of New Zealand. Delivering strategic insights around future challenges and opportunities and celebrating our most successful and innovative primary industry producers and businesses.

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Salinas Biological Summit 2025
2025-06-24 - 2025-06-25
New Venue. Enhanced Program. More Opportunity.
Following the two highly successful inaugural Biological Summits in Salinas, the 2025 Salinas Biological Summit is taking to the road!
On 24-25 June 2025, the 2025 Summit will be hosed at the Yolo County Fairgrounds in Woodland, California. Located just a few miles from the UC Davis campus, close to California’s capital, Sacramento, and on the doorstep of Central Valley, the new venue provides us with a unique opportunity to build on and enhance the Summit Program to deliver more opportunity to everyone attending the event; partners, exhibitors and delegates.
As well as serving up another content-rich Program of presentations and panel discussions, 2025 will see a unique Startup event focused entirely on emerging companies in the biocontrol sector.
As the global demand for ‘less chemistry, more biologicals’ accelerates, the need to provide growers with the tools necessary to develop new integrated pest management programs, as well as meeting the increasing calls from regulatory bodies, is critical. With the lessons learned in 2023 & 2024, the 2025 Salinas Biological Summit will raise the bar and provide a totally new experience for those joining us on 24-25 June in Woodland.

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PCA (Protected Cropping Australia) Conference 2025
2025-07-28 - 2025-07-30 | Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
Growing Profitably and Sustainably. The Protected Cropping Australia (PCA) is thrilled to announce PCA Conference 2025, an essential event for anyone involved in the burgeoning sector of protected cropping in Australia. With the theme “Connect, Share, Learn,” this conference will bring together an inspiring line up of speakers, exhibitors, and sponsors from Australia and around the globe to share their cutting-edge knowledge, research, and innovations with over 600 delegates.
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AgriTechNZ Annual Meeting 2025
2025-08-12 15:00 | Online
Join AgriTechNZ for our 2025 Annual Meeting being held at 3pm on Tuesday 12 August via zoom webinar.
AgriTechNZ CEO Brendan O’Connell will share an update on AgriTechNZ’s strategy and plans for the coming year.
The meeting will begin promptly at 3pm.
Please note this is an AgriTechNZ member only event.

Agritech Unleashed: Waikato 2025
2025-08-21 08:30 - 18:00 | Mystery Creek, Hamilton, Mystery Creek, Hamilton, New Zealand
Join us for Agritech Unleashed: Waikato, our second event in the series. We’re showcasing how our land and people are shaping Aotearoa’s agritech future.

Our exclusive, limited-capacity event brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, researchers and investors to explore the future of agritech in one of our most dynamic dairy farming regions.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday 21 August
Time: 8.30am – 6.00pm
Location: 125 Mystery Creek Road, Gate 2, Gallagher Building, Hamilton, New Zealand (plenty of parking available on site)
Cost: $99 Members ($249 non-members)

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What you’ll experience:
Join us for a full day of insight, connection, and inspiration as we bring the Waikato agritech ecosystem together to explore how innovation is reshaping farming and food production – from paddock to plate and beyond.

Gain expert insights
Engage with industry leaders and participate in panel discussions on agritech advancements
Create valuable connections
Build relationships with key decision-makers and innovators in our thriving agritech ecosystem
Explore regional perspectives
Hear how Waikato’s strengths in dairy and pasture-based systems are driving innovation and shaping the future of agritech.
Contribute to the conversation
Take part in our interactive workshop designed to spark collaboration and capture insights from across the sector.

With limited spots available, this event is designed for meaningful discussions and impactful connections. While this event has a dairy flavour, it’s relevant for anyone contributing to the evolution of agritech.

The Agenda:

Event Schedule

9:00 AM – Mihi Whakatau (Welcome Ceremony)
9:10 AM – Opening Remarks and Introductions
9:30 AM – Panel Discussions Commence
10:30 AM – Morning Tea
11:00 AM – Panel Discussions Resume
1:00 PM – Lunch Break
2:00 PM – Concurrent Workshops Begin
4:00 PM – Networking and Refreshments
6:00 PM – Event Concludes

Panel Sessions:

Panel 1: Local to Global Perspectives on Innovation in Farming
Panel 2: Adopting Innovation: The Farmer’s Perspective
Panel 3: Supporting Innovation: The Enabler’s Perspective
Panel 4: From Farm to Table: The Processor’s Perspective on Innovation
Panel 5: Export Pathways: Taking Innovation to the World

Afternoon Workshops:
As part of the day’s programme, you’ll have the chance to dive deeper into the topics that matter most through one of three interactive afternoon workshops. Each session will run concurrently and is designed to spark collaboration, surface insights, and advance sector-wide conversations.
During registration, you’ll be asked to rank the three workshops in order of preference. While we’ll do our best to place you in your top choice, spaces are limited—so early registration is recommended.

Option 1. Exporters and Nextporters
This session brings together agritech businesses already exporting with other exporters and those preparing to enter international markets, creating a dynamic forum for sharing lessons, strategies, and support mechanisms. Participants will explore how others chose their first markets, navigated legal and operational risks, secured in-market partners or talent, and leveraged NZTE and other ecosystem supports. The workshop is designed to foster pre-competitive knowledge sharing and near-peer mentoring, helping participants accelerate their export readiness and avoid common pitfalls.
Ideal for business development leads, international sales teams, and C-level executives focused on global growth.

Option 2. Float All Boats: Mapping the agritech data tide
This collaborative mapping session will chart the high-level data domains within New Zealand’s agritech ecosystem, spotlighting who stewards what data, where integrations are occurring, and where aspirations for interoperability lie. Participants will contribute to a first-pass ecosystem view that can inform the development of a data discoverability platform and help shift the conversation from data silos to shared value. All contributions, including overlap and competition, are welcomed and celebrated in the service of sector-wide enablement.
Best suited for CIOs, CTOs, data architects, developers, and analysts working on interoperability and data infrastructure.

Option 3. Beyond the Baseline: Scaling what works in on-farm technology uptake
You already know the challenges – you live them every day. This session is about what’s actually working to drive on-farm tech uptake; and how we can do more of it, faster. Building on insights from AgriTechNZ’s 2022 Digital Adoption Report, this workshop invites farmers, innovators, and technology enablers to explore how the realities of deploying new tools on-farm have evolved. The session will surface what’s changed in user experience, trust, value delivery, and support since the baseline was established, and how new initiatives like the Investment Boost are (or aren’t) influencing decisions. Attendees will share candid stories, identify barriers that still need to be addressed, and help shape a more grounded, farmer-aligned innovation pipeline. This brings farmers and builders into the same room to share honest wins, battle scars, and the untapped opportunities we might be missing.
Designed for farmers, technology builders, and product managers working to bridge real-world farm needs with agritech solutions.

Why Waikato?

known for its fertile land and strong dairy heritage
a powerhouse in dairy production and pasture-based farming systems
home to leading agritech innovation in animal health, sustainability and precision agriculture

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Speaker Details:
Amber Carpenter, Farmer & Advocate, Amorangi Farms
Amber Carpenter knows firsthand the challenges and opportunities of running a modern farming business – balancing life on the land with leadership, advocacy, and innovation.
From dairying and beef farming in South Auckland to chairing DairyNZ’s Dairy Environment Leaders, Amber brings a practical, future-focused voice to the table. She’s a FarmStrong Ambassador, former NZDIA National Chair, digital strategist behind Grass Roots Media, and a driving force behind catchment work in her local community.
At Agritech Unleashed, Amber will share real-world insights on adopting technology on-farm – what’s working, what’s not, and how farmers can harness innovation to support productivity, sustainability, and wellbeing.

Andrew Kempson, General Manager, Global Climate Policy, Fonterra

We’re excited to welcome Andrew Kempson, Fonterra’s Global Climate Strategy Lead, to the Agritech Unleashed stage!
Andrew is leading the charge on reducing agricultural emissions – from AgriZero investments and methane-reducing tools, to the commercialisation of low-carbon dairy ingredients that have delivered over $100 million in new value for farmers.
He’ll explore what it takes to move from pilot to practice, how to align innovation with real-world farm priorities, and what’s next in building a thriving, farmer-centred innovation system.

Christy Mead, AgTech Growth Specialist, Agnition

We’re excited to welcome Christy Mead, AgTech Growth Specialist at Agnition, to the panel at Agritech Unleashed: Waikato!
Christy started her career in agri-sales with Ravensdown and now plays a key role at Agnition, where she leads the Farm Innovation Network – helping agri innovators test and scale smart solutions that actually work on-farm. Based on an 1800ha property in Gisborne, she brings grounded, real-world insight into what tech needs to deliver: time savings, productivity gains, and real farmer value.
Agnition is a venture catalyst supporting the launch and growth of agrifood tech startups across Aotearoa – connecting innovation with investment and commercial know-how.

Desley Haas, CEO, MADCAP

Meet Desley Haas, CEO of MADCAP, a global dairy software company trusted by processors like Nestlé. Desley brings nearly three decades of experience and now leads MADCAP’s international growth – connecting the milk supply chain from farm to factory.
She’ll join our Export Pathways panel to explore what it takes to scale from local pilot to global success. What’s holding us back – and how do we go further, faster?

Hillary Sharp, CEO, ESP Medical
We’re thrilled to welcome Hillary Sharp, CEO of ESP Medical, to the Agritech Unleashed stage!
Hillary leads ESP Medical, a New Zealand-based contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) specialising in the design and scalable production of innovative animal health products. From pharmaceutical formulations to medical devices, she’s helping turn ideas into practical tools for farmers and vets alike.
With a background spanning engineering, manufacturing and lab services, Hillary brings hands-on experience working with both global corporates and local startups.

Jeff Hill, Country Manager, smaXtec NZ
We’re excited to welcome Jeff Hill, Country Manager for smaXtec NZ, to the Agritech Unleashed stage!
Based in Mid Canterbury with his wife and three boys, Jeff grew up on his family’s sheep and deer farm in Eastern Southland, sparking a lifelong passion for agriculture. For the past eight years, he’s been deeply involved in the dairy monitoring industry, helping drive the shift toward smarter, data-driven decision-making on Kiwi farms.
At smaXtec, Jeff is introducing farmers to groundbreaking internal sensor technology that delivers unique animal health and performance insights – opening new opportunities for efficiency, productivity, and sustainability across the industry.

Dr Jeremy Bryant, Founder & Chief Technology Officer, Aimer Farming
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Jeremy Bryant, Founder & CTO of Aimer Farming, to the Agritech Unleashed stage!
With a PhD in genetics and farm systems from Massey University, Jeremy has spent over 15 years in agritech as a farm system modeller and data scientist. He’s been behind key tools for DairyNZ, Farmax, and AgResearch – innovations that have transformed dairy farming and pasture management through AI-powered solutions.
In 2021, Jeremy founded Aimer Farming to bring farmers an easy-to-use, AI-driven pasture management platform, helping them make smarter, faster decisions for better productivity and sustainability.

Joan Barendsen, General Manager On Farm Excellence, Miraka
We’re looking forward to hearing from Joan Barendsen, who leads on-farm innovation and sustainability at Miraka, one of Aotearoa’s most values-led dairy processors.
With over 20 years in agribusiness, Joan brings deep experience in supply chain operations, farmer engagement, and strategy. At Miraka, she’s embedding climate-positive practices and supporting the adoption of agritech that enhances efficiency, traceability, and resilience.
Joan will share how processors like Miraka are scaling innovation, working alongside farmers, and building future-fit systems that reflect the values of people, whenua, and long-term productivity.

Olivia Smith, Commercial Manager Operations, Spring Sheep Milk Co.
We’re thrilled to have Olivia Smith from Spring Sheep Milk Co. joining the Processor Panel at Agritech Unleashed.
With experience across on-farm operations, strategy, and commercial leadership, Olivia brings a sharp focus to scaling New Zealand’s sheep dairy sector – from genetics and farm systems through to processing and global markets.
At Spring Sheep, she’s helping turn customer and market insights into real-world action, using data and innovation to drive shared value across the supply chain. Olivia will share how the company is building a future-ready dairy model that blends sustainability, agility, and global opportunity.

Pamela Storey, Agribusiness Owner / Governance Professional
Joining the lineup at Agritech Unleashed is Pamela Storey, a proud food producer, agribusiness owner, and governance leader deeply embedded in the future of farming in Aotearoa.
Originally from Washington State, Pamela has lived and farmed in the Waikato for over two decades, where she and her husband run a dairy operation in Te Hoe. She brings a powerful mix of technical expertise, business leadership, and regional governance – currently serving as Chair of the Waikato Regional Council.
Pamela will share her perspective on how rural communities, agribusiness, and innovation can work together to create thriving, future-focused systems that protect both productivity and the environment.

Paul Johnson, General Manager Milk Sourcing & Sustainability, ofi (Olam Food Ingredients)
We’re pleased to have Paul Johnson from ofi joining the panel at Agritech Unleashed to share his perspective on innovation in the dairy supply chain.
Paul leads milk sourcing and sustainability efforts across ofi’s New Zealand operations, working closely with farmers to drive continuous improvement through data, technology, and strong partnerships.
He’ll speak to the importance of tech in delivering traceability, quality, and efficiency at scale – and how global processors are adapting to shifting market expectations while staying grounded in on-farm reality.

Will Burrett, Chief Operating Officer, Pāmu

Joining us on stage is Will Burrett, Chief Operating Officer at Pāmu – bringing a unique mix of grassroots farming, agritech, finance, and leadership experience to the conversation.
Will has held executive roles with Ngāi Tahu Farming & Forestry, Map of Agriculture, and worked across ASB Rural, Fonterra, and on-farm in Te Awamutu and Canterbury. He also has skin in the game – with investments in dairy equity partnerships and agritech.
He’s a leader who understands both the boardroom and the back paddock – and he’s all about driving results through innovation, collaboration, and real-world practicality.

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Asia Fruit Logistica
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-05 | AsiaWorld-Expo, Airport Expo Blvd, Chek Lap Kok, Hong Kong
ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA covers the entire fresh produce industry value chain and its service support companies, as well as the latest, innovative products and ideas. It offers a totally unique opportunity to develop new business, make new top-level contacts, and gather essential market information on every aspect of the fresh produce trade throughout the entire Asian region.
Join us in Hong Kong as an exhibitor and become part of the ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA success story. There is no better opportunity to make an impact with your company’s message on top buyers from the leading Asian markets and around the world.

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Growing Pains - Securing New Zealand’s Agritech Resilience in a Global World
2025-09-18 11:30 - 12:30
Risks, real losses and global insurance implications for agritech businesses

Discover the top 5 key risks facing agritech today
Explore real-world losses and lessons from around the globe
Understand insurance implications beyond NZ borders

Wednesday 18 September 2025 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | REGISTER NOW

Damian is a Client Director with Lockton and has over 20 years’ experience negotiating and placing liability programmes for large and complex clients, including global companies. In recent years he has focused on technology and cyber liability and provides advice to agricultural, food and fibre sector and tech clients on all areas of risk. He has a strong technical knowledge of liability policy coverage, regularly undertakes contract reviews and leads market placements, negotiations and claims management. Damian has held senior leadership positions in both a broking and underwriting capacity so is ideally positioned to provide insights from different perspectives.

Marks & Spencer (M&S) were victims of a Cyber attached which wiped over 1 Billion dollars wiped off their value. It disrupted their online sales, in store payments and supply changes with significant financial and reputational fallout.
Dole (Pineapples) suffered a Cyber event last year where a single employee opened a malicious email which ended up costing them $10m !
A global survey of business leaders, found that 30% of executives consider Cyber risk their biggest concern……
Cyber incidents, including data breaches and system outages, were ranked as the most significant risk facing businesses globally for the fourth year in a row.
Many New Zealand businesses may be misjudging and overconfident in their ability to handle cyber threats, leaving them exposed to increasingly complex digital risks, according to new industry data.
Last quarter $7.8m of financial losses were reported to the National Cyber Security Centre’s in New Zealand, noting that only a small portion of events are reported

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World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-23 | Intercontinental Hotel, 1 Waterview Dr, London, United Kingdom
Fostering Resilient Agriculture Through Supply Chain Partnerships
The World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London is the leading European networking event, uniting over 1000 business leaders and key stakeholders dedicated to driving advancements in climate-resilient, sustainable agriculture across the supply chain from farm to fork.
Focused on innovation and disruptive business models, the event highlighted the crucial role of supply chain partnerships in fostering climate-resilient agriculture. From harnessing AI and robotics to the growing demand for biologicals and resilient crops in the food value chain, and the tools essential for measuring impact of regenerative, biodiverse agricultural practices, the summit spotlights the latest breakthroughs and investment needed to adapt to a changing climate.
Through expert panels, start-up showcases, interactive sessions, curated networking opportunities and 1-1 meetings, the event provides a powerful matchmaking environment to facilitate knowledge exchange and foster new business creation among corporates, innovators and investors around the world.

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Connecting agritech: powering climate-smart agritech with standards and APIs - September
2025-09-25 11:30 - 12:30 | Online
Explore how open-source emissions tools and APIs can drive innovation and value in New Zealand’s agritech sector in our two-part series.
Estimating greenhouse gas emissions is now a critical aspect of farm management. It’s essential for accessing incentives, meeting compliance, and supporting decision-making. Until recently, a patchwork of 11 different approaches created confusion across the sector. The Ministry for Primary Industry (MPI) and The Bioeconomy Science Institute (BSI) AgResearch Group have changed the game with the Farm Emissions Method: a standardised, open-source approach supported by a new API and an easy-to-use On-Farm Emissions Calculator.

Join us for our two-part webinar series:

Webinar 1: The Value Proposition of Standardised Emissions Estimation
Explore the landscape, drivers, and opportunities in delivering GHG estimation as a service.
Date: Thursday 25 September
Time: 11.45am – 12.30pm
Cost: Free for members & non-Members
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Webinar 2: Removing Barriers to API Adoption
Dive into the technical details, architecture, and enabling activities for integrating emissions estimation into your agritech solutions.
Date: Thursday 9 October
Time: 11.45am – 12.30pm
Cost: Free for members & non-Members
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Why attend?

Understand the benefits of a standardised approach
Learn how to embed GHG estimation into your tools
Connect with MPI & BSI to accelerate climate-smart agritech

Who should attend?
Product owners, sustainability leads, technical teams, developers, and integration partners in the Agritech sector.
Supported by:
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), Ag Emissions Centre (AgEC) and The Bioeconomy Science Institute (BSI) AgResearch Group.

Connecting agritech: powering climate-smart agritech with standards and APIs - October
2025-10-09 11:30 - 12:30 | Online

RESCHEDULED | Agritech Unleashed: Canterbury 2025
2025-11-10 08:30 - 18:00 | Lincoln University, New Zealand
Due to the State of Emergency being called in the region this event has been rescheduled from the original date of 23 October to the new date of 10 November. All previously sold tickets have been shifted to the new date.

Join us for our third Agritech Unleashed event in Canterbury. We’re showcasing how our land and people are shaping Aotearoa’s agritech future.

Our exclusive, limited-capacity event brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, researchers and investors to shine a light on the innovation driving the future of agritech in Canterbury and beyond.

Event Details:

Date: Monday 10 November
Time: 8.30am – 6.00pm
Location: Lincoln University – Waimarie (Building 141). Access via Gate 3 on Spring Road. We recommend parking in the Orchard Carpark. See attached map for details.
Cost: $99 ($249 non-members)
Unsure if you’re a member? Check here.

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What you’ll experience:

Gain expert insights
Engage with industry leaders and participate in panel discussions on agritech advancements
Create valuable connections
Build relationships with key decision-makers and innovators in our thriving agritech ecosystem
Explore regional perspectives
Hear how Canterbury’s deep science, cross-sector collaboration and diverse primary sectors are driving the future of agritech.

With limited spots available, this event is designed for meaningful discussions and impactful connections.

The Agenda:
Event Schedule (subject to change)

8.15 AM – Registrations open
9:00 AM – Mihi Whakatau (Welcome Ceremony)
9:10 AM – Opening Remarks and Introductions
9:30 AM – Panel Discussions Commence
10:30 AM – Morning Tea
11:00 AM – Panel Discussions Resume
1:00 PM – Lunch Break
2:00 PM – Concurrent Workshops Begin
4:00 PM – Networking and Refreshments
6:00 PM – Event Concludes

Panel Sessions:

Keynote Speaker: The Leaft Journey – rethinking products and systems
Panel Discussion: Global links: connecting New Zealand into the world’s agritech networks
Fireside Chat: Failing fast: lessons in resilience and reinvention
Panel Discussion: The Product Effect: Turning ideas into impact
Speed dating: Unleashing Science: From discovery to scalable impact

Afternoon Workshops:
As part of the day’s programme, you’ll have the chance to dive deeper into the topics that matter most through one of three interactive afternoon workshops. Each session will run concurrently and is designed to spark collaboration, surface insights, and advance sector-wide conversations.
During registration, you’ll be asked to rank the three workshops in order of preference. While we’ll do our best to place you in your top choice, spaces are limited—so early registration is recommended.

Option 1. Exporters and Nextporters
This session brings together agritech businesses already exporting with other exporters and those preparing to enter international markets, creating a dynamic forum for sharing lessons, strategies, and support mechanisms. Participants will explore how others chose their first markets, navigated legal and operational risks, secured in-market partners or talent, and leveraged NZTE and other ecosystem supports. The workshop is designed to foster pre-competitive knowledge sharing and near-peer mentoring, helping participants accelerate their export readiness and avoid common pitfalls.
Ideal for business development leads, international sales teams, and C-level executives focused on global growth.

Option 2. Float All Boats: Mapping the agritech data tide
This collaborative mapping session will chart the high-level data domains within New Zealand’s agritech ecosystem, spotlighting who stewards what data, where integrations are occurring, and where aspirations for interoperability lie. Participants will contribute to a first-pass ecosystem view that can inform the development of a data discoverability platform and help shift the conversation from data silos to shared value. All contributions, including overlap and competition, are welcomed and celebrated in the service of sector-wide enablement.
Best suited for CIOs, CTOs, data architects, developers, and analysts working on interoperability and data infrastructure.

Option 3. Beyond the Baseline: Scaling what works in on-farm technology uptake
You already know the challenges – you live them every day. This session is about what’s actually working to drive on-farm tech uptake; and how we can do more of it, faster. Building on insights from AgriTechNZ’s 2022 Digital Adoption Report, this workshop invites farmers, innovators, and technology enablers to explore how the realities of deploying new tools on-farm have evolved. The session will surface what’s changed in user experience, trust, value delivery, and support since the baseline was established, and how new initiatives like the Investment Boost are (or aren’t) influencing decisions. Attendees will share candid stories, identify barriers that still need to be addressed, and help shape a more grounded, farmer-aligned innovation pipeline. This brings farmers and builders into the same room to share honest wins, battle scars, and the untapped opportunities we might be missing.
Designed for farmers, technology builders, and product managers working to bridge real-world farm needs with agritech solutions.

Why Canterbury?

A science and research powerhouse, home to leading organisations including AbacusBio, AgResearch, FAR and Lincoln Agritech.
Diverse primary sectors, including arable (wheat, barley, oats), dairy, livestock, horticulture and viticulture.
A strong culture of collaboration between farmers, researchers and industry.
A real-world testing ground where deep science meets practical on-farm application.
A region at the forefront of shaping Aotearoa’s agritech future.

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What we don’t know about the state of NZ’s environment - and does it matter?
2025-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Lincoln University, New Zealand
Lincoln University is proud to welcome back a cornerstone of New Zealand’s environmental conversation – the State of the Nation’s Environment Address, originally pioneered by Emeritus Professor Ian Spellerberg. This distinguished lecture series brings together leading voices to critically examine the health of our environment and the systems that shape its future.
This year’s keynote speaker is Simon Upton, Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment. His address will focus on gaps – things that we do not know about the state of our environment – and whether it matters. One of the leitmotifs during his tenure as the Commissioner has been the need for better environmental information.
Almost all of his reports have highlighted issues with environmental information in this country – be that incomplete coverage and limited accessibility or outright gaps – and called for improvement. High quality environmental information needs to be a key foundation for any policy or on-the-ground decisions.

Programme:

6:00pm – 6:30pm | Opening Ceremony & Welcome
Welcome from Lincoln University Vice Chancellor
Acknowledgements – Prof. Roy Montgomery to address Event Series Founder, Ian Spellerberg
6:30pm – 7:15pm | Keynote Address
Keynote Speaker, Simon Upton
Followed by a brief Q&A
7:15pm – 8:00pm | Refreshments
Join us for this renewed Lincoln University tradition as we look critically — and constructively — at the state of our environment and the challenges that lie ahead.
CLICK HERE TO GO TO EVENT LINK TO REGISTER

About Our Speaker

Simon Upton

Simon Upton was sworn in as Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment for a five-year term on 16 October 2017 and as reappointed for a second term in 2022. Mr Upton is a Fellow of the Royal Society of New Zealand and a Rhodes Scholar, with degrees in English literature, music and law from the University of Auckland, and an MLitt in political philosophy from Oxford University.
He was sworn in as a member of the Privy Council in 1999. A Member of Parliament between 1981 and 2000, Mr Upton held a variety of ministerial portfolios including environment, research, biosecurity, health and state services between 1990 and 1999.
After leaving Parliament, Mr Upton moved to Paris to chair the Round Table on Sustainable Development at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). In 2005, he returned to New Zealand to pursue a number of private sector roles while continuing to chair the Round Table. He returned to the OECD as Environment Director in 2010 and led the OECD’s contribution to the 2015 Paris Climate Accord. He returned to take up the role of Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment in 2017.
As Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, Mr Upton provides the New Zealand House of Representatives with independent commentary on environmental legislation, policies and agencies. He has delivered major reports on biogenic greenhouse gas emissions and forestry offsets, the fate of chemical contaminants in the environment and the environmental impact of tourism amongst others. He has also reviewed the environmental reporting system, environmental research funding and the budget process, and delivered environmental expenditure estimates. He leads a multi-disciplinary team of analysts in Wellington.
His office’s work programme and publications can be explored here.

4th International Precision Dairy Farming Conference (Christchurch)
2025-12-03 08:00 - 2025-12-05 17:00
DairyNZ is thrilled to announce that the Fourth International Precision Dairy Farming Conference will be held in Christchurch, New Zealand, from 3-5 December 2025.
Following successful editions in The Netherlands (2016), the United States (2019), and Austria (2022), this is the first time the conference will be hosted in New Zealand, a global leader in pasture-based dairy farming and innovation.
With a strong focus on research, innovation, adoption, and real-world applications, this event brings together researchers, farmers, advisors, and technology developers from around the globe to explore advancements in automation, sensors, robotics, digital technologies, and data-driven insights that are shaping the future of dairy farming.
The 2025 programme includes:

Field trips to see technologies in action on commercial and research farms.
Presentations showcasing the latest local and international research in precision dairy farming.
Case studies, insights from farmers, startups, and rural professionals.

This is a unique opportunity to connect with global experts, share your work, and gain insights while experiencing New Zealand’s world-class dairy industry, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality.
Visit www.precisiondairyfarmingconference.nz for more details. Call for abstracts opens on 1 March 2025.
Save the date – we look forward to welcoming you to Christchurch in December!

Green Week Berlin
2026-01-16 08:00 - 2026-01-25 17:00 | Berlin Expocenter City, Berlin, Germany
🌱 Grüne Woche 2026: Offer for AgriTech New Zealand Members
As the New Zealand representative office for Messe Berlin, we’re proud to support AgriTech New Zealand’s mission to advance international connections and showcase agritech innovation on the global stage.
To mark the 100th edition of Grüne Woche, (Green Week), the world’s largest consumer fair for food, agriculture, and horticulture—we’re offering discounted tickets for AgriTech New Zealand Members.
Held in Berlin, January 2026, Grüne Woche brings together global exhibitors, sector leaders, and future-focused showcases. It’s a unique opportunity to connect, explore, and elevate New Zealand’s agritech presence.
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AgriTechNZ Ticket Discounts
Trade Visitors • Day Ticket: EUR 20 • Permanent Ticket: EUR 48
Private Visitors • Day Ticket: EUR 14 • Permanent Ticket: EUR 38
To access your discount code, contact: Erin Daly, Trade Fair Manager at the German New Zealand Chamber of Commerce edaly@germantrade.co.nz

Fruit Logistica 2026
2026-02-04 - 2026-02-06 | Berlin Expocenter City, Berlin, Germany
FRUIT LOGISTICA is the world’s most important trade fair for the fresh produce industry and its direct access to the global market.
At FRUIT LOGISTICA you can find the complete range of products, services and technical solutions from every part of the value chain – whether in seed, fruit and vegetable development or packaging and automation. The fair covers the entire spectrum of the value chain – from the producer to the consumer.
In addition to the three main segments Fresh Produce, Machinery & Technology and Logistics, important focal points at FRUIT LOGISTICA include Smart Agri and Greenhouse. The steadily growing organic products sector is also attracting increasing numbers of participants every year with the free Organic-Route.
In many aspects the three days of the world leading trade show for the global fresh produce business, set the course for the success of the entire business year. We connect you with the industry’s leading players: Exhibitors from over 90 countries gather on-site in Berlin with trade visitors from 140 countries. More than 80 per cent of the international trade visitors are decision-makers.
Be there when the worldwide fresh produce business is coming together under one roof. Find out about the latest trends and innovations in the industry and expand your network.
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International Deer Congress
2026-02-10 - 2026-02-13
The inaugural International Biology of Deer Production Conference was held in Ōtepoti Dunedin, Aotearoa New Zealand in 1983. We believe 2026 is a great time to bring back, the now Deer Biology Congress, to the South Pacific after considerable change in the Aotearoa New Zealand and the global deer scene. AgResearch New Zealand and Deer Industry New Zealand are pleased to be the hosts of IDBC2026, being held at the University of Otago Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka.
We have chosen the theme of “Your Deer Here” to highlight the unique and unusual situation that cervids and people managing them experience in New Zealand. The New Zealand environment has lead to scientists and managers making a range of innovations and research that we believe will be of interest to the international deer biology community.
We therefore warmly welcome you to our home and hope to see many of you in Ōtepoti Dunedin in February 2026.
Ngā mihi nui
David Stevens
On behalf of the 2026 Local Organising Committee.

Australian Dairy Conference 2026
2026-02-11 - 2026-02-13 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
ADC is an event for farmers, by farmers.
ADC 2026 is scheduled for 11-13 February 2026 in Melbourne at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Created by a group of pioneering farmers as a forum to push boundaries and dairy thinking, ADC has evolved into Australia’s premier dairy event.
Held every February, ADC has established itself as the leading national dairy forum in Australia looking at the industry holistically and focusing on the bigger picture issues.
Strong global links and collaboration ensures delivery of a thought-provoking and challenging program designed to explore new frontiers and motivate Australian dairy farmers to think beyond the farm-gate.
ADC is a volunteer driven not-for-profit organisation, governed by a farmer-led Board with several skill-based Directors each of whom is dedicated to using ADC to break through traditional state and industry sector boundaries.
Unique in its approach, the ADC Board appoints a new farmer-based Programming Committee for each Conference, ensuring a new injection of ideas and people to create and set the agenda for discussion.
ADC takes its national agenda and hosts the event in regions and cities around Australia.

Waimumu Field Days
2026-02-11 - 2026-02-13
On show over three days is the latest in rural technology, equipment and ideas from around the world and it will be on display right here in Southland.
Drawing in increasingly large crowds and exhibitors, Southern Field Days should be in your diary: 11th to the 13th of Feb 2026

Southern Field Days 2026
2026-02-11 - 2026-02-13 | Waimumu, Gore, New Zealand
On show over three days is the latest in rural technology, equipment and ideas from around the world and it will be on display right here in Southland.
Drawing in increasingly large crowds and exhibitors, Southern Field Days should be in your diary

The New Zealand Biological Symposium
2026-02-12 08:30 - 14:30 | The Tauranga Club, Tauranga, New Zealand
The inaugural New Zealand Biological Symposium is designed to bring together growers, researchers, innovators, policymakers & agribusinesses keen to build a connected ag biological community in New Zealand.
With Platform10’s global network of partners, Wharf42’s hope is that this community will be able to more effectively engage with the rapidly growing international biological movement.
Whilst the full program is still in development, the following key presentations have already been confirmed.

New Zealand’s newly constituted Bioeconomy Science Institute will present their biological-focused pipeline and some examples across that, and how it supports Platform10.
Bay of Plenty based Zespri will provide details of their biological research work and how it supports kiwifruit growers transition away from chemical pesticides.
‘A Lighter Touch’, a major HortNZ & Government initiative, will talk about how their program supports growers shift from a reliance on agri-chemistry to more sustainable crop protection practices.
Animal & Plant Health New Zealand (APHNZ) will share their vision & roadmap to achieve a balanced and science-based regulatory environment that gives members freedom to operate and grow in New Zealand.
The University of Waikato’s Coastal Marine Field Station will demonstrate how groundbreaking research on marine ecosystems & interdisciplinary collaboration is driving sustainability in New Zealand’s blue economy.
Wharf42 is partnering with AgritechNZ to identify 5 early-stage New Zealand-based biological businesses to each deliver a 5-minute pitch to the Symposium delegates. If you are New Zealand-based and are interested in being part of this program, please email your interest and details to platform10@salinas-summit.com

We’re also delighted that the Symposium will be joined in Tauranga by Dennis Donohue, Director, Western Growers Center for Innovation & Technology. Dennis, co-founder of Platform10, will be flying in from Salinas, California where we are co-hosting next year’s 2026 Salinas Biological Summit.

evokeAG 2026
2026-02-17 - 2026-02-18 | Melbourne Convention Centre, Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country, 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Melbourne Convention Centre Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country, 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Asia Pacific’s premier agrifood innovation event AgriFutures evokeᴬᴳ is heading to Melbourne on 17–18 February 2026.
Expect bold ideas, global connections, and practical insights across themes like Climate Resilience, Future Technologies, and Global Trade & Investment.
Featuring a dynamic mix of local and global speakers, where big ideas meet real-world action, from harnessing AI to strengthen communities to tackling climate volatility and shaping what’s next in agrifood innovation.
AgriFutures evokeᴬᴳ is offering Agritech New Zealand members exclusive discounted tickets for the event, reach out to request access to the code.
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momentum 2026
2026-02-25 - 2026-02-26 | Mercury Baypark, Mount Maunganui
Momentum 2026 is back – bringing together industry leaders, innovators and growers to explore the Zespri 2035 strategy and the future of kiwifruit. Last held in 2020 when Zespri launched its refreshed brand, Momentum returns in 2026 to bring together people from every part of the kiwifruit sector.
Over two days, delegates will gain exclusive insights into Zespri’s vision to become THE WORLD’S HEALTHIEST FRUIT BRAND BY 2035. This is your chance to connect, learn, and contribute to a shared ambition that will shape the future of our industry.

Dates: Wednesday 25 & Thursday 26 February 2026
Venue: Mercury Baypark, Mount Maunganui
Join us as we look ahead and shape the future of our industry — together.

Last held in 2020 when Zespri launched its refreshed brand, Momentum is where the future of the kiwifruit industry comes to life. It’s a chance for our growers, shareholders, post-harvest partners, customers, and industry leaders to get together, share ideas and help shape our next chapter.

The conference is themed around “Creating Our Healthiest Future” – ensuring we’re doing all we can to make sure our people, orchards, and communities are healthier and more resilient than ever – and will mark the formal launch of our 2035 Strategy.
Zespri CEO Jason Te Brake says Zespri’s focus over the next decade is creating enduring value for growers. “To do this, we need to be first for consumers, first for growers, and first for people. That means delivering the healthiest products, building the healthiest brand, and developing the healthiest supply chain and partnerships.”
Momentum 2026 will explore how our industry can do this in what is a more challenging environment, bringing to life the key pillars of the 2035 Strategy – unleashing brand-led demand, transforming global supply, and creating the product portfolio of the future. These priorities are already shaping how we currently invest, innovate, and make decisions that deliver long-term value for growers.
Across the two-day event, you’ll hear from international thought leaders on global trends, health, nutrition, and the future of food production. You’ll also have a chance to take part in practical workshops exploring future supply and demand, packaging, new technologies and climate change. Momentum provides a fantastic opportunity to connect, discuss, and learn alongside others in the industry, where you’ll be part of building a healthier, more resilient future.

Northland Field Days
2026-02-26 - 2026-02-28
Muddy Boots and Milestones – 40 years of Northland Field Days, the largest Agricultural event in Northland where there’s something for everyone, Rural or Urban.
Over 400 exhibitors showcasing agriculture, entertainment and lifestyle.
3 food courts to ensure a great family day out!
EVENT TIMES

Thursday 9am – 4pm
Friday 9am – 4pm
Saturday 9am – 3:30pm

Wanaka Show
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-14
Set on the shores of spectacular Late Wanaka, welcome to one of New Zealand’s largest agricultural, pastoral and community events!
Wanaka Showgrounds and Pembroke Park come alive with fun for all; our traditional drawcards are the equestrian, livestock and home industries events to family-friendly favourites like rides, food trucks and the highly entertaining Jack Russell race.

Future Whenua Summit
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-17
Haere Mai, to the 5th edition of the Future Whenua Summit!
In 2026, this much-loved regenerative gathering lands in the first region to see the sun – Te Tairāwhiti. Over three days, we will explore biodiversity and mosaic land use in farming and forestry systems, balancing economic, ecological and social benefits.
Themes include:

Mosaic Land Use: how to manage diverse land practices that reduce risk, build resilience, support infrastructure and create ecological corridors.
Biodiversity as Infrastructure: not as a “nice-to-have,” but as the living foundation of productive landscapes.
Māori Land Stewardship: exploring models of kaitiakitanga, collective governance, and intergenerational responsibility that challenge Western ownership paradigms.
Forestry Futures: how to move beyond extractive monocultures toward regenerative timber and multi-species systems.
Community Resilience: what it means for rural people to rely less on global inputs and more on local capacity in an era of volatile markets and climate disruption.
Financial markets, catchment-based pest management, land succession, rural finance, policy shifts and more…

World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit 2026
2026-03-17 - 2026-03-18
The World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in San Francisco unites more than 2,000 senior decision makers across the agri-food industry to build a more resilient supply chain.
Global leaders from agribusinesses, technology giants, food brands, farmers, farming co-operatives, policymakers, investors, and start-ups meet to scale innovation and create value in the sector.
A high-level speaking faculty focuses on tangible developments, case studies, and commercialization pathways as they discuss seed-shelf AI, robotics and automation, next-gen breeding, green and biological inputs, new finance and insurance models, and income diversification strategies.

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Central Districts Field Days
2026-03-19 - 2026-03-21
From farmers and foodies, to tech-heads and townies, New Zealand’s largest regional field days has something for everyone.
For over 30 years CD Field Days has been a mainstay for the rural community, evolving from a small collection of marquees into a major national event that attracts over 26,000 visitors to the heart of the North Island.
This event is more than a field day—it’s an opportunity to discover, connect, and experience the future of New Zealand’s primary industries. From cutting-edge machinery and rural innovation to thrilling competitions, there’s something for everyone, whether they’re from the farm or town. While our roots are in agriculture, our event caters to a diverse audience. We proudly showcase a wide range of products and services, from the latest automotive and heavy equipment to innovative homes, lifestyle products, and an incredible selection of gourmet foods. This variety is what makes our event a destination for all.

GreenTech Americas 2026
2026-03-24 - 2026-03-26 | Querétaro Centro de Congresos, Paseo de las Artes 1531, Querétaro, Mexico
On 24 – 25 – 26 March 2026, the sixth edition of GreenTech Americas will take place at the Querétaro Centro de Congresos in Mexico.
GreenTech Americas is the only event specialized in the controlled environment production of high value crops in The Americas. You will find the world’s leading suppliers of cutting-edge technologies for the controlled environment horticultural production.
GreenTech Americas means knowledge, networking, growing solutions and overall, being part of the only international showcase of the global developments in the controlled environment horticulture industry in Latin America.

South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) 2026
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-15 | Lincoln University, New Zealand
The South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) is a two day conference for farmers, led by farmers
Established in 1998, we provide a forum for those involved in the South Island dairy industry to evaluate and apply knowledge, skills and technology to their business. SIDE has grown to become New Zealand’s premier dairy conference and the largest event of its type in the country.
SIDE’s mission is to “Empower people in the South Island dairy sector to adapt and manage change”.
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