Vegetable Research and Innovation Roadshow - Nelson
2024-03-19 15:00 - 18:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | The Headingly Centre, 2 Headingly Lane, Richmond, Nelson, 7050, New Zealand
Vegetables New Zealand, with support from Vegetable Research & Innovation (VR&I) are hosting a number of grower roadshow events to highlight the research that is occurring in the vegetable industry. These events will cover updates from multiple product groups based on the region they are being held. These workshops will also cover the Sustainable Vegetable Systems project and the Nitrogen Decision Support Tool under development. Crop focuses will include Fresh Vegetables, Process Vegetables, Onions, Potatoes, Buttercup Squash and Tomatoes. Topics will include specific project updates, A lighter Touch projects, integrated pest management, resistance management, etc. This is a chance for growers to hear about the latest research results, industry updates, and provide feedback to help direct future research work.

This road show will visit multiple growing areas, and focus on key research outcomes and themes relevant to that region.

Richmond, bNelson – Tuesday 19 March, starting 3pm

Pukekohe – Wednesday 10 April, starting at 3pm

Hawkes Bay – Thursday 11 April, starting at 4pm

Ashburton- Tuesday 16 April, starting at 3pm

Invercargill – Wednesday 17 April, starting at 4pm

Ohakune – Tuesday 30 April, starting at 4pm

Palmerston North – Wednesday 1 May, starting at 4pm

Gisborne – Thursday 9 May, starting at 4pm

All events are in the late afternoon on the above dates, with light catering provided.

Please fill out the form to register your attendance and notify any catering requirements: https://forms.gle/hNRroqZTkwv11gQj6

For any questions, contact Daniel Sutton, Vegetables New Zealand Phone 027 473 2381 or email daniel.sutton@freshvegetables.co.nz

Pukekohe Grower Levy Consultation Meeting
2024-03-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Franklin Club, 7 East Street, Pukekohe, 2120, New Zealand
Meet Potatoes New Zealand chief executive Kate Trufitt to learn about the commodity levy and the new strategy being rolled out. This also provides a great opportunity to network with other growers and provide feedback.

Pukekohe Grower Levy Consultation MeetingTuesday 26 March6pmFranklin Club, Pukekohe

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Palmerston North Grower Levy Consultation Meeting
2024-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Distinction Palmerston North Hotel and Conference Centre, 175 Cuba Street, Palmerston North, Manawatu, 4441, New Zealand
Meet Potatoes New Zealand chief executive Kate Trufitt to learn about the commodity levy and the new strategy being rolled out. This also provides a great opportunity to network with other growers and provide feedback.

Palmerston North Grower Levy Consultation MeetingTuesday 9 April6pmDistinction Palmerston North Hotel

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Vegetable Research and Innovation Roadshow - Pukekohe
2024-04-10 15:00 - 18:00 | PIA Events Centre, 55 Ward Street, Pukekohe, New Zealand
Vegetables New Zealand, with support from Vegetable Research & Innovation (VR&I) are hosting a number of grower roadshow events to highlight the research that is occurring in the vegetable industry. These events will cover updates from multiple product groups based on the region they are being held. These workshops will also cover the Sustainable Vegetable Systems project and the Nitrogen Decision Support Tool under development. Crop focuses will include Fresh Vegetables, Process Vegetables, Onions, Potatoes, Buttercup Squash and Tomatoes. Topics will include specific project updates, A lighter Touch projects, integrated pest management, resistance management, etc. This is a chance for growers to hear about the latest research results, industry updates, and provide feedback to help direct future research work.

This road show will visit multiple growing areas and focus on key research outcomes and themes relevant to that region.

Pukekohe – Wednesday 10 April, starting at 3pm

Hawkes Bay – Thursday 11 April, starting at 4pm

Ashburton- Tuesday 16 April, starting at 3pm

Invercargill – Wednesday 17 April, starting at 4pm

Ohakune – Tuesday 30 April, starting at 4pm

Palmerston North – Wednesday 1 May, starting at 4pm

Gisborne – Thursday 9 May, starting at 4pm

All events are in the late afternoon on the above dates, with light catering provided.

Please fill out the form to register your attendance and notify any catering requirements: https://forms.gle/hNRroqZTkwv11gQj6

For any questions, contact Daniel Sutton, Vegetables New Zealand Phone 027 473 2381 or email daniel.sutton@freshvegetables.co.nz

Vegetables Research and Innovation Roadshow - Hawke's Bay
2024-04-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Havelock North Function Centre, 30 Te Mata Road, Havelock North, 4130, New Zealand
Vegetables New Zealand, with support from Vegetable Research & Innovation (VR&I) are hosting a number of grower roadshow events to highlight the research that is occurring in the vegetable industry. These events will cover updates from multiple product groups based on the region they are being held. These workshops will also cover the Sustainable Vegetable Systems project and the Nitrogen Decision Support Tool under development. Crop focuses will include Fresh Vegetables, Process Vegetables, Onions, Potatoes, Buttercup Squash and Tomatoes. Topics will include specific project updates, A lighter Touch projects, integrated pest management, resistance management, etc. This is a chance for growers to hear about the latest research results, industry updates, and provide feedback to help direct future research work.

This road show will visit multiple growing areas and focus on key research outcomes and themes relevant to that region.

Hawkes Bay – Thursday 11 April, starting at 4pm

Ashburton- Tuesday 16 April, starting at 3pm

Invercargill – Wednesday 17 April, starting at 4pm

Ohakune – Tuesday 30 April, starting at 4pm

Palmerston North – Wednesday 1 May, starting at 4pm

Gisborne – Thursday 9 May, starting at 4pm

All events are in the late afternoon on the above dates, with light catering provided.

Please fill out the form to register your attendance and notify any catering requirements: https://forms.gle/hNRroqZTkwv11gQj6

For any questions, contact Daniel Sutton, Vegetables New Zealand Phone 027 473 2381 or email daniel.sutton@freshvegetables.co.nz

Canterbury Grower Levy Consultation Meeting
2024-04-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Hotel Ashburton, 35/11 Racecourse Road, Ashburton, 7700, New Zealand
Meet Potatoes New Zealand chief executive Kate Trufitt to learn about the commodity levy and the new strategy being rolled out. This also provides a great opportunity to network with other growers and provide feedback.

Canterbury Grower Levy Consultation MeetingThursday 11 April6pmHotel AshburtonRSVP Now>>

Vegetables Research and Innovation Roadshow - Ashburton
2024-04-16 15:00 - 18:00 | Hotel Ashburton, 35/11 Racecourse Road, Ashburton, 7700, New Zealand
Vegetables New Zealand, with support from Vegetable Research & Innovation (VR&I) are hosting a number of grower roadshow events to highlight the research that is occurring in the vegetable industry. These events will cover updates from multiple product groups based on the region they are being held. These workshops will also cover the Sustainable Vegetable Systems project and the Nitrogen Decision Support Tool under development. Crop focuses will include Fresh Vegetables, Process Vegetables, Onions, Potatoes, Buttercup Squash and Tomatoes. Topics will include specific project updates, A lighter Touch projects, integrated pest management, resistance management, etc. This is a chance for growers to hear about the latest research results, industry updates, and provide feedback to help direct future research work.

This road show will visit multiple growing areas and focus on key research outcomes and themes relevant to that region.

Ashburton- Tuesday 16 April, starting at 3pm

Invercargill – Wednesday 17 April, starting at 4pm

Ohakune – Tuesday 30 April, starting at 4pm

Palmerston North – Wednesday 1 May, starting at 4pm

Gisborne – Thursday 9 May, starting at 4pm

All events are in the late afternoon on the above dates, with light catering provided.

Please fill out the form to register your attendance and notify any catering requirements: https://forms.gle/hNRroqZTkwv11gQj6

For any questions, contact Daniel Sutton, Vegetables New Zealand Phone 027 473 2381 or email daniel.sutton@freshvegetables.co.nz

Vegetable Research and Innovation Roadshow - Invercargill
2024-04-17 16:00 - 19:00 | Ascot Park Hotel, Corner Tay Street and Racecourse Road, Invercargill, 9810, New Zealand
Vegetables New Zealand, with support from Vegetable Research & Innovation (VR&I) are hosting a number of grower roadshow events to highlight the research that is occurring in the vegetable industry. These events will cover updates from multiple product groups based on the region they are being held. These workshops will also cover the Sustainable Vegetable Systems project and the Nitrogen Decision Support Tool under development. Crop focuses will include Fresh Vegetables, Process Vegetables, Onions, Potatoes, Buttercup Squash and Tomatoes. Topics will include specific project updates, A lighter Touch projects, integrated pest management, resistance management, etc. This is a chance for growers to hear about the latest research results, industry updates, and provide feedback to help direct future research work.

This road show will visit multiple growing areas and focus on key research outcomes and themes relevant to that region.

Invercargill – Wednesday 17 April, starting at 4pm

Ohakune – Tuesday 30 April, starting at 4pm

Palmerston North – Wednesday 1 May, starting at 4pm

Gisborne – Thursday 9 May, starting at 4pm

All events are in the late afternoon on the above dates, with light catering provided.

Please fill out the form to register your attendance and notify any catering requirements: https://forms.gle/hNRroqZTkwv11gQj6

For any questions, contact Daniel Sutton, Vegetables New Zealand Phone 027 473 2381 or email daniel.sutton@freshvegetables.co.nz

Vegetable Research and Innovation Roadshow - Ohakune
2024-04-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Powderkeg, 194 Mangawhero Terrace, Ohakune 4625, Ohakune, 4625, New Zealand
Vegetables New Zealand, with support from Vegetable Research & Innovation (VR&I) are hosting a number of grower roadshow events to highlight the research that is occurring in the vegetable industry. These events will cover updates from multiple product groups based on the region they are being held. These workshops will also cover the Sustainable Vegetable Systems project and the Nitrogen Decision Support Tool under development. Crop focuses will include Fresh Vegetables, Process Vegetables, Onions, Potatoes, Buttercup Squash and Tomatoes. Topics will include specific project updates, A lighter Touch projects, integrated pest management, resistance management, etc. This is a chance for growers to hear about the latest research results, industry updates, and provide feedback to help direct future research work.

This road show will visit multiple growing areas and focus on key research outcomes and themes relevant to that region.

Ohakune – Tuesday 30 April, starting at 4pm

Palmerston North – Wednesday 1 May, starting at 4pm

Gisborne – Thursday 9 May, starting at 4pm

All events are in the late afternoon on the above dates, with light catering provided.

Please fill out the form to register your attendance and notify any catering requirements: https://forms.gle/hNRroqZTkwv11gQj6

For any questions, contact Daniel Sutton, Vegetables New Zealand Phone 027 473 2381 or email daniel.sutton@freshvegetables.co.nz

Vegetable Research and Innovation Roadshow - Palmerston North
2024-05-01 16:00 - 19:00 | Distinction Coachman Hotel, 140 Fitzherbert Avenue, West End, Palmerston North, Manawatu, 4410, New Zealand
Vegetables New Zealand, with support from Vegetable Research & Innovation (VR&I) are hosting a number of grower roadshow events to highlight the research that is occurring in the vegetable industry. These events will cover updates from multiple product groups based on the region they are being held. These workshops will also cover the Sustainable Vegetable Systems project and the Nitrogen Decision Support Tool under development. Crop focuses will include Fresh Vegetables, Process Vegetables, Onions, Potatoes, Buttercup Squash and Tomatoes. Topics will include specific project updates, A lighter Touch projects, integrated pest management, resistance management, etc. This is a chance for growers to hear about the latest research results, industry updates, and provide feedback to help direct future research work.

This road show will visit multiple growing areas and focus on key research outcomes and themes relevant to that region.

Palmerston North – Wednesday 1 May, starting at 4pm

Gisborne – Thursday 9 May, starting at 4pm

All events are in the late afternoon on the above dates, with light catering provided.

Please fill out the form to register your attendance and notify any catering requirements: https://forms.gle/hNRroqZTkwv11gQj6

For any questions, contact Daniel Sutton, Vegetables New Zealand Phone 027 473 2381 or email daniel.sutton@freshvegetables.co.nz

Vegetable Research and Innovation Roadshow – Gisborne
2024-05-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Bushmere Arms, Waerengaahika, Gisborne, 4071, New Zealand
Vegetables New Zealand, with support from Vegetable Research & Innovation (VR&I) are hosting a number of grower roadshow events to highlight the research that is occurring in the vegetable industry. These events will cover updates from multiple product groups based on the region they are being held. These workshops will also cover the Sustainable Vegetable Systems project and the Nitrogen Decision Support Tool under development. Crop focuses will include Fresh Vegetables, Process Vegetables, Onions, Potatoes, Buttercup Squash and Tomatoes. Topics will include specific project updates, A lighter Touch projects, integrated pest management, resistance management, etc. This is a chance for growers to hear about the latest research results, industry updates, and provide feedback to help direct future research work.

This road show will visit multiple growing areas and focus on key research outcomes and themes relevant to that region.

Gisborne – Thursday 9 May, starting at 4pm

All events are in the late afternoon on the above dates, with light catering provided.

Please fill out the form to register your attendance and notify any catering requirements: https://forms.gle/hNRroqZTkwv11gQj6

For any questions, contact Daniel Sutton, Vegetables New Zealand Phone 027 473 2381 or email daniel.sutton@freshvegetables.co.nz

Covered Crops Innovation Day
2024-05-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Innovation Park, 1 Melody Lane, Hamilton East, Waikato, 3216, New Zealand
As part of NZPPI Conference 2024, vegetable growers are invited to attend a covered crops summit and a visit to Greengrower. This will be followed by some social time.

Date | Wednesday, 15 May 2024Time | 12 noon to 4pmLocation | Innovation Park – 1 Melody Lane, Hamilton EastView the innovation day flyer here.

Numbers are limited so to secure your place, please register by Friday 10 May by emailing: ellery.peters@freshvegetables.co.nz.

Pukekohe - Young Grower of the Year
2024-05-17 08:00 - 17:00 | LaValla, 131 Dominion Road, Tuakau, Auckland, 2121, New Zealand
Young Grower of the Year is an annual competition funded and run by Horticulture New Zealand to select the finest young grower in the country.

Fruit and vegetable growers compete in separate regional competitions. Winners of the six regional competitions will meet at the final to compete for the National Young Grower of the Year title.

The winner of the National Young Grower of the Year goes on to compete at the Young Horticulturist of the Year, run by the Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture Education Trust.

Please note that the six regional competitions are run independently of the national event. Separate sponsorship packages are available directly with the regions and are not managed by Horticulture New Zealand.

Reducing your energy bill: A workshop for covered crop growers (Pukekohe)
2024-05-23 12:00 - 17:00
Covered crop growers can attend a workshop on how to reduce energy bills and switch away from fossil fuels.

Workshop 1 | Pukekohe: 12pm-5pm, Thursday 23 May 2024

Lunch will be provided.

Central Otago - Young Grower of the Year
2024-05-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Horticulture Training Facility, 25 Bannockburn Road, Cromwell, Otago, 9384, New Zealand

Reducing your energy bill: A workshop for covered crop growers (Canterbury)
2024-05-27 12:00 - 17:00
Attend the workshop for covered crop growers on how to reduce energy bills and switch away from fossil fuels.

Workshop | Christchurch: 12pm-5pm, Monday 27 May 2024

Lunch will be provided.

International Day of Potato
2024-05-30 00:00 - 23:59
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

The 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.

Field Days
2024-06-12 08:00 - 2024-06-15 17:00 | Mystery Creek, 125 Mystery Creek Rd, Hamilton, 3240, New Zealand
Fieldays is the Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event and the ultimate launch platform for cutting edge technology and innovation.

12th World Potato Congress
2024-06-23 08:00 - 2024-06-26 17:00 | Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
In 2024, Australia will host the 12th World Potato Congress in Adelaide from 23-26 June, marking a pivotal moment for the global potato industry.

Beyond the opportunity to showcase the excellence of the potato sector on the world stage, this congress aims to catapult potatoes into the spotlight as a compelling, nutritional and health-conscious food choice, both domestically and internationally.

Early Bird Registrations available.

Accommodation information and prices on the World Potato Congress website when registering.

Tours available following the conference.

Prices available upon Registration.

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Nelson - Young Grower of the Year
2024-06-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Richmond Showgrounds, 358 Lower Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson, 7020, New Zealand

Gisborne - Young Grower of the Year
2024-06-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Kaiaponi Farms, 55 Matawai Road, Gisborne, 4071, New Zealand

Bay of Plenty - Young Grower of the Year
2024-07-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty, 3116, New Zealand

Introduction to Managing Risk in Horticulture
2024-07-25 13:00 - 17:00 | Alexandra Bridge Club, 52 Boundary Road, Alexandra, Canterbury, 9320, New Zealand
This workshop was developed specifically for the Horticulture sector. It is an introduction to managing risk in horticultural businesses and gives frontline managers and owners the tools they need to identify and control risks that may harm their workers.

Complimentary course at no cost to the grower or packhouse. (Funded by HortNZ in partnership with ACC).

Date: Thursday, 25 July 2024Time: 1-5pmLocation: Alexandra Bridge Club, 52 Boundary Road, AlexandraCost: Free

To book your place(s) email training@impac.co.nz with HortNZ Alexandra in the subject line and list your attendees name + email addresses in the email. RSVP by Friday 12 July latest.

Non Chemical Weed Management Workshop
2024-07-26 09:00 - 17:00 | PIA Events Centre, 55 Ward Street, Pukekohe, New Zealand
Presented by Dr Charles ‘Merf’ Merfield. A complete overview of non chemical weed management as part of Integrated Weed Management (IWM) including addressing herbicide resistance.

Date: Friday 26 July 2024Time: 9am to 5pmLocation: PIA Event Centre, 55 Ward Street, Pukekohe 2120Cost: $450.00 (incl. GST)

The purpose of this in person workshop is to give a complete overview of non-chemical weed management as part of Integrated Weed Management (IWM) and will include addressing herbicide resistance.

Merf is head of the BHU Future Farming Centre and Merfield Agronomy Ltd and co-owner and director of PhysicalWeeding. He is also the OrganicNZ 2024 Organic Leader of the year for excellence in science communication.

The primary audience is cropping (horticulture and arable) farmers & growers as it is these production systems that have the largest challenge with weeds. Perennial crop (e.g. vines, apples) producers will also benefit with one section dedicated to perennial crops (see below). For anyone dealing with herbicide resistant weeds, this workshop is the start of your solution. There are also some benefits for livestock / pasture systems in terms of the overall concepts of non-chemical and integrated weed management.

Consultants and advisors working with farmer and grower clients, particularly in cropping, will gain considerable benefit, especially regarding the latest technologies. Scientists, especially those dealing with herbicide resistance and working on the transition to non-chemical weed management, will gain valuable insights. The content assumes a reasonable level of understanding and practical experience of commercial agriculture and horticulture systems including weed management. This is a really full on and intense workshop – bring your thinking head! Plenty of caffeine is provided!

This includes a colour handout printout of the presentations. It also includes full catering includes tea, real coffee and snack on arrival, morning and afternoon teas and finger food lunch.Registration is essential as places are limited.

To register please email charles@merfield.com including:

Your / your business name and address for the invoice.

The number of people from your business who will be attending and their names and emails.

A bit of your background, e.g., farmer, grower, consultant, farm system, e.g., vegetable, fruit, so they have an idea of who is coming.

Any dietary requirements.

For more information, please visit: Charles Merfield – One day seminar-workshop on non-chemical weed management

Official launch of Sustainable Vegetable System (SVS) Tool
2024-08-02 14:00 - 15:30 | Plant and Food Research, Lincoln, Plant and Food Research, Canterbury Agriculture and Science Centre, Gerald Street, Lincoln, Canterbury, 7608, New Zealand
Invite Only Event

The Sustainable Vegetable System (SVS) tool has been developed through industry collaboration to guide growers in their Nitrogen management and ensure vegetable growing is sustainable.

The tool supports better growing practices, minimises environmental impact, and enables the industry to meet ever changing standards. It also guides growers in optimising the use of inputs, which will have positive environmental, economic and social outcomes. The tool will be officially launched on Friday 2 August.

Emerging leaders training
2024-08-12 08:00 - 17:00
Emerging Leaders is an emotional intelligence, communication and mindset development programme for supervisors, team leaders and front-line managers. The Programme supports current and emerging leaders with the core skills required to understand and manage themselves and others.​

​The Programme delivers practical techniques to build a positive mindset, increase resilience, create deeper connections with others and increase performance and accountability.

The training covers all four areas of Emotional Intelligence:

Self-awareness: the foundation of emotional intelligence and self-leadership

Self-management: understand and manage your emotions to achieve results

Social awareness: grow your skills to connect and engage at all levels

Relationship management: build trust, influence others, and lead high-performing teams

Growing a Greener Future
2024-08-12 08:30 - 18:30 | JW Marriott Hotel, 22-26 Albert Street, Auckland, 1546, New Zealand
A New Zealand Plant Protection (NZPP) Society symposium focusing on the future of crop protection in New Zealand is being held in Auckland in August.

The symposium will bring together leading scientists, kaitiaki, international experts, representatives from government agencies, sector and industry leaders to share new and emerging science and technologies needed for crop protection into the future.

Themes for the day include:

Trends in crop protection – global to local

Emerging science and future tools – commercial realities and opportunities

Creating momentum – enabling systems.

Webinar: Growing healthy spuds
2024-08-15 11:00 - 12:00
Join the PotatoLink team for a webinar on Growing healthy spuds – Cultural disease management strategies in potatoes with Dr Amy Charkowski, Associate Dean for Research at Colorado State University, and Frank Mulchay to explore the various cultural management practices that can be leveraged to prevent and reduce disease in potato crops.

With cultural practices playing an important role in an integrated disease management approach, this webinar will delve into the various practical strategies.

Registrants will receive the webinar recording.

Date: Thursday 15 August 2024

Time: 9:00 –10:00 am AEST

Registration: Click here to register

Arable Awards 2024
2024-08-15 18:00 - 23:00 | Air Force Museum of New Zealand, 45 Harvard Avenue, Wigram, Christchurch, New Zealand
The innovators and heroes of New Zealand’s arable industry will be recognised at a special event in Christchurch, on August 15 2024.

​Federated Farmers, the Foundation of Arable Research, United Wheat Growers and the Grain & Seed Trade Association have been working together to make the New Zealand Arable Awards a showcase of the sector’s people and products, recognising, celebrating and rewarding excellence.

​If you have any questions regarding the ticket pricing, hosting options or the categories, please contact Kristie at events@fedfarm.org.nz

Soil Wealth and ICP NZ Update
2024-08-28 08:00 - 10:00 | Plant and Food Research – Pukekohe, 49 Cronin Road, Pukekohe, Auckland, 2120, New Zealand
Protecting crops and maintaining healthy soil is vital for vegetable growers to improve productivity, profitability and sustainability.

Since 2014, the Soil Wealth and Integrated Crop Protection (Soil Wealth ICP) project has provided research and development (R&D) extension services, products and communication on improved soil management and plant health to the Australian vegetable and melon industry. The Australian melon industry joined the project in 2023.

The project responds to increasing economic, consumer, environmental and technological demands on vegetable and melon producers. It delivers integrated, independent, research-based information to growers and advisers to support business decisions on soil management and plant health.

As part of their Study tour to New Zealand, come hear about the Soil Wealth and ICP project, what it has achieved, and current activities. Have the chance to hear directly from growers involved in the project and where they see the value of this work.

Location: Plant & Food Research, 49 Cronin Rd, Pukekohe Date: Wednesday 28 AugustTime: 8:00 am – 10:00am

A coffee cart will be available from 9:30am
