Events

The Rural Wellbeing Expo 2026 is a free community event dedicated to supporting the health, wellbeing, and resilience of New Zealand’s rural communities. Delivered in partnership with Asian Family Services,...

Feeding the future: Advancing New Zealand's vegetable producers This year’s event will shine a spotlight on the incredible role our growers play in nourishing the nation. From boosting the health...

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...

This July, the New Zealand Horticulture Conference brings the sector'together in Wellington for two days of insight, connection and practical thinking. Hear from industry leaders, explore the issues shaping ourfuture,...

The Next Gen Growers Catch Up is a relaxed and informal monthly gathering designed to bring young people working across the potato and horticulture industries together. Held at the end of each month, these catch ups provide an opportunity to connect with peers, share experiences, discuss industry challenges and opportunities, and build valuable networks. Whether...

Potatoes New Zealand is looking at putting together an Agronomy Summit on Thursday 6 August 2026 at the Pukekohe Golf Club. The Potatoes New Zealand Agronomy Summit brings together growers, researchers, advisors, and industry partners to share practical knowledge, emerging research, and on-farm insights that support profitable, sustainable potato production.  The Agronomy Summit is designed to foster...

xperience the DJI Agras T70P: Live Demo Day Whether you're a farmer, grower, contractor, or looking to get started with agricultural drones, this is your opportunity to experience the new DJI Agras T70P in action. Join the Ferntech team for a free demo day and discover how agricultural drones are helping transform farming operations across...

Potatoes New Zealand is pleased to invite Seed Potato Inspectors, Growers and Industry to an exclusive workshop hosted by AuSPICA, Australia's Peak Seed Potato Industry Certification Authority. This session is a valuable opportunity to hear directly from leading industry experts and gain insights that can help strengthen seed potato quality, improve crop outcomes, and support...

Invite Only Potatoes New Zealand is pleased to invite AuSPICA, seed potato inspectors, and invited guests to a comprehensive workshop led by AuSPICA, Australia's Peak Seed Potato Industry Certification Authority. This interactive session will focus on the practical application of certified seed potato tuber inspection standards, providing an excellent opportunity to strengthen knowledge, improve consistency,...

Could solar help reduce your energy costs and improve resilience on your operation? Join the team from EECA (the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority) for an introduction to how solar and battery systems can work for potato growers. The webinar will cover the fundamentals of on-farm solar, including where it can support energy-intensive activities such...