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SUMMARY:Register Your Interest: Grower Trip to Europe 2026
DESCRIPTION:An unforgettable\, industry focused European experience is taking shape and you’re invited.Potatoes New Zealand is planning an exclusive Europe Grower Trip in September 2026\, bringing together a group of industry participants for a unique learning and networking opportunity. \n\n\n\nThis carefully curated tour will immerse participants in global best practice\, cutting-edgetechnology\, and future-focused research\, culminating in attendance at Potato Europe — one of the world’s most influential potato industry events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\n\nVisits to leading seed companies and progressive European growers\n\n\n\nBehind-the-scenes access to state-of-the-art storage\, processing\, and packing facilities\n\n\n\nExposure to innovation and research shaping the future of potato production\n\n\n\nOpportunities to build valuable international connections\n\n\n\nAttendance at Potato Europe\, where global leaders showcase the next era of the industry\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIndicative Itinerary\n\n\n\nDATELOCATION/ACTIVITYTuesday 1 SeptemberDepart New Zealand2-8 SeptemberAmsterdam – Arrival and Industry visitsEmmeloord – Seed\, research and innovation hubGermany – Grower\, storage\, processing and packing visits9-10 SeptemberGermany – Potato EuropeSaturday 12 SeptemberReturn to New Zealand\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEstimated Investment*\n\n\n\n\n$6\,600 per person – Twin Share\n\n\n\n$8\,500 per person – Single\n\n\n\n\n*Indicative pricing only. Final costs will be confirmed once interest is assessed and bookings are secured. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nGain insights you can apply directly to your business\n\n\n\nStay ahead of emerging global trends\n\n\n\nLearn from the best in the world\n\n\n\nBe part of a high-value\, industry-focused experience\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Your Interest\n\n\n\nRegister your interest before 31 January to be considered for this exceptional European Grower Trip and help shape the final itinerary. \n\n\n\nWith limited spaces available\, please register your interest today.
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/register-your-interest-grower-trip-to-europe/
LOCATION:Canterbury
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SUMMARY:Potatoes New Zealand Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Potatoes New Zealand Board members are committed to developing and driving the potato industry in New Zealand. They regularly meet to progress the strategic direction for the membership and best practices throughout industry.
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/potatoes-new-zealand-board-meeting-9/
LOCATION:Canterbury
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SUMMARY:World Potato Congress
DESCRIPTION:The World Potato Congress brings together the global potato community every two years. Kenya 2026 will focus on sustainable agriculture\, innovation\, and building partnerships for a food-secure future. \n\n\n\nSustainability Focus\n\n\n\nExploring sustainable potato farming practices and climate-resilient solutions for global food security. \n\n\n\nGlobal Network\n\n\n\nConnect with 1000+ delegates from over 60 countries\, including farmers\, researchers\, and industry leaders. \n\n\n\nInnovation Showcase\n\n\n\nDiscover cutting-edge technologies and breakthrough research in potato cultivation and processing \n\n\n\nMarket Insights\n\n\n\nGain valuable insights into global potato markets\, trade opportunities\, and emerging trends. \n\n\n\nWhy Potatoes Matter?\n\n\n\nPotatoes are the third most important food crop for human consumption after rice and wheat\, feeding over a billion people globally. As we face climate challenges and food security concerns\, potato research and innovation have never been more critical. \n\n\n\n\nSustainable farming practices and climate resilience\n\n\n\nNutritional enhancement and food security\n\n\n\nAdvanced breeding and biotechnology\n\n\n\nGlobal market trends and economic impact\n\n\n\n\nWho Attends?\n\n\n\n\nFarmers & Producer Groups\n\n\n\nSeed Companies & Input Suppliers\n\n\n\nProcessors\, Retailers & Exporters\n\n\n\nScientists\, Researchers & Breeders\n\n\n\nGovernment & Development Agencies\n\n\n\nInvestors & Tech Innovators
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/world-potato-congress/
LOCATION:Sawela Lodges\, The Mirage Tower 3\, Sixth Floor Chiromo\, Waiyaki Way\, Westlands\, Kenya
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ORGANIZER;CN="World Potato Congress":MAILTO:info@potatocongress.org
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SUMMARY:Potatoes New Zealand Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Potatoes New Zealand Board members are committed to developing and driving the potato industry in New Zealand. They regularly meet to progress the strategic direction for the membership and best practices throughout industry.
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/potatoes-new-zealand-board-meeting-10/
LOCATION:Canterbury
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SUMMARY:Organic grower policy catch-up
DESCRIPTION:Organic growers are invited to a Horticulture New Zealand quarterly catch-up. \n\n\n\nWhen | Thursday\, 19 NovemberTime | 12pmWhere | online via Zoom. Please register in advance here. \n\n\n\nTopics will include the next round of Ministry for Primary Industries consultations on the Organic Standard Notices and other relevant policy updates\, opportunities/challenges for organics are top of mind for growers.
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/organic-grower-policy-catch-up-4/
LOCATION:Canterbury
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SUMMARY:Potatoes New Zealand's Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Potatoes New Zealand became incorporated on 17 April 2012 (Incorporated Society Number 2559200)\, \n\n\n\nRepresenting growers’ interests\, Potatoes New Zealand is committed to listening to\, enabling and promoting better outcomes for the New Zealand potato industry.
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/potatoes-new-zealands-birthday/2027-04-17/
LOCATION:Canterbury
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SUMMARY:International Day of Potato
DESCRIPTION:In 2024\, we celebrate the first International Day of Potato by focusing on the contribution of the potato to the lives of producers and consumers with the theme: Harvesting diversity\, feeding hope. #InternationalDayOfPotato \n\n\n\nThe potato represents one of the most important contributions of the Andean region to the entire world\, as it is one of the five main food crops consumed in the world\, contributing to food security.
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/international-day-of-potato/2027-05-30/
LOCATION:Canterbury
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SUMMARY:Potatoes New Zealand's Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Potatoes New Zealand became incorporated on 17 April 2012 (Incorporated Society Number 2559200)\, \n\n\n\nRepresenting growers’ interests\, Potatoes New Zealand is committed to listening to\, enabling and promoting better outcomes for the New Zealand potato industry.
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/potatoes-new-zealands-birthday/2028-04-17/
LOCATION:Canterbury
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SUMMARY:International Day of Potato
DESCRIPTION:In 2024\, we celebrate the first International Day of Potato by focusing on the contribution of the potato to the lives of producers and consumers with the theme: Harvesting diversity\, feeding hope. #InternationalDayOfPotato \n\n\n\nThe potato represents one of the most important contributions of the Andean region to the entire world\, as it is one of the five main food crops consumed in the world\, contributing to food security.
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/international-day-of-potato/2028-05-30/
LOCATION:Canterbury
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SUMMARY:Potatoes New Zealand's Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Potatoes New Zealand became incorporated on 17 April 2012 (Incorporated Society Number 2559200)\, \n\n\n\nRepresenting growers’ interests\, Potatoes New Zealand is committed to listening to\, enabling and promoting better outcomes for the New Zealand potato industry.
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/potatoes-new-zealands-birthday/2029-04-17/
LOCATION:Canterbury
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UID:10000606-1902643200-1902675600@potatoesnz.co.nz
SUMMARY:Potatoes New Zealand's Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Potatoes New Zealand became incorporated on 17 April 2012 (Incorporated Society Number 2559200)\, \n\n\n\nRepresenting growers’ interests\, Potatoes New Zealand is committed to listening to\, enabling and promoting better outcomes for the New Zealand potato industry.
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/potatoes-new-zealands-birthday/2030-04-17/
LOCATION:Canterbury
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