Grower Trip to Europe 2026
31st August @ 8:00 am – 12th September @ 5:00 pm
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.
This carefully curated tour will immerse participants in global best practice, cutting-edge
technology, and future-focused research, culminating in attendance at Potato Europe — one of the world’s most influential potato industry events.
What to Expect
- Visits to leading seed companies and progressive European growers
- Behind-the-scenes access to state-of-the-art storage, processing, and packing facilities
- Exposure to innovation and research shaping the future of potato production
- Opportunities to build valuable international connections
- Attendance at Potato Europe, where global leaders showcase the next era of the industry
Indicative Itinerary
| DATE | LOCATION/ACTIVITY |
| Tuesday 1 September | Depart New Zealand |
| 2-8 September | Amsterdam – Arrival and Industry visits Emmeloord – Seed, research and innovation hub Germany – Grower, storage, processing and packing visits |
| 9-10 September | Germany – Potato Europe |
| Saturday 12 September | Return to New Zealand |