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SUMMARY:Spring Summit 2026: Research Update
DESCRIPTION:Join growers\, researchers and industry leaders to explore the latest vegetable research\, trial results and innovations. \n\n\n\nAttend the Te Ahikawariki Spring Summit 2026\, a one-day event bringing together growers\, researchers\, agronomists\, industry organisations\, technology providers and sector leaders to share the latest developments in New Zealand vegetable research and innovation. \n\n\n\nBuilding on the conversations and demonstrations showcased at the 2026 Vegetables Big Day Out\, the Spring Summit provides an opportunity to revisit projects at completion and hear the results\, learnings and practical outcomes emerging from trial work. Alongside these updates\, the programme will feature a broader range of research and development activities being undertaken across the vegetable industry. \n\n\n\nAttendees will hear directly from project teams\, researchers and industry partners as they present findings from trials\, demonstration projects and innovation programmes. The day will combine indoor presentations with outdoor demonstrations\, providing both technical insights and practical examples of research in action. \n\n\n\nTopics will cover a range of areas relevant to commercial vegetable production\, including crop management\, sustainability initiatives\, productivity improvements\, biosecurity challenges and future research opportunities. \n\n\n\nThe Spring Summit is designed to encourage discussion\, knowledge sharing and collaboration across the industry. Whether you are looking to stay informed about current research\, explore new ideas for your business\, or connect with others working across the sector\, this event offers a valuable opportunity to engage with the people and projects helping shape the future of New Zealand vegetable production. \n\n\n\nWho should attend?\n\n\n\n\nVegetable growers and farm managers\n\n\n\nResearchers and research organisations\n\n\n\nAgronomists and technical advisers\n\n\n\nIndustry suppliers and service providers\n\n\n\nStudents and emerging industry professionals\n\n\n\nGovernment\, extension and industry representatives\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\n\nNetworking over lunch and afternoon tea\n\n\n\nResearch presentations and project updates\n\n\n\nResults from trials and demonstrations\n\n\n\nOutdoor field demonstrations\n\n\n\nOpportunities to connect with researchers and industry leaders
URL:https://potatoesnz.co.nz/events/spring-summit-2026-research-update/
LOCATION:Te Ahikawariki / Vegetable Industry Centre of Excellence\, 49 Cronin Road\, Pukekohe\, Auckland\, 2676\, New Zealand
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