# Event Details - **Event Name**: From Innovation to Impact: Shaping Selwyn’s Food & Fibre Future - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 02:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a day of insight, connection and forward-thinking conversation.About this EventLincoln University (LU), in partnership with Selwyn District Council (SDC), invites you to a one-day symposium exploring the future of food, fibre and agri-tech on Tuesday 31 March, 9.00am–2.30pm, in Waimarie at Lincoln University.Food and fibre sit at the heart of Selwyn’s economy — but the sector is navigating a period of profound change. Climate pressures, tightening environmental limits, market volatility and shifting consumer expectations are reshaping how we produce and add value. At the same time, advances in agri-tech, biotechnology, low-emissions solutions and alternative land-use systems are unlocking new pathways to productivity, resilience and premium positioning. The challenge — and opportunity — lies in turning innovation into practical, profitable and sustainable outcomes for farms and businesses.This dynamic symposium will bring together researchers, producers, technology innovators and industry leaders to explore what that future looks like in practice. The programme features keynote sessions on future food systems and emerging agri-tech, alongside regional farming and food entrepreneurs who are already adapting and innovating on the ground.An interactive workshop will create space for meaningful discussion, cross-sector collaboration and shared problem-solving — connecting research with real-world application and identifying tangible next steps for the region.Join us for a day of insight, connection and forward-thinking conversation as we explore how Selwyn — and New Zealand — can position its food and fibre sector for long-term success in a rapidly evolving global landscape.Tuesday 31 March9.00am - 2.30pmWaimarie Building, Lincoln UniversityAgendaOpening | 9.00am–9.35am9.00am – Welcome & Introductions9.05am – Overview of the SDC Food & Fibre ProjectAn introduction to the SDC Food & Fibre project, providing context for the day’s discussions. This session will outline the drivers shaping the sector — from changing consumer expectations and sustainability pressures to technology disruption and evolving market demands — and frame the opportunities and challenges ahead.Session 1: Future Foods | 9.35am–10.50amSession OverviewThis session explores how food producers are responding to rapidly shifting market expectations. From premium positioning and diversification to regenerative practices and value-add innovation, our speakers will share real-world examples of how they are adapting their businesses to meet the demands of future consumers while maintaining commercial viability.9.35am – Keynote Speaker: TBC9.55am – Keynote Speaker: TBC10.15am – Keynote Speaker: TBC10.35am – Session Summary & Q&AA facilitated discussion drawing together common themes from the speakers, followed by audience questions and shared reflections.10.50am – Morning BreakWorkshop | 11.05am–12.35pmWorkshop OverviewParticipants will break into facilitated groups to explore key questions emerging from the morning session. The workshop is designed to encourage practical thinking: what does “future foods” mean in your context and what actions or partnerships are needed to get there?11.05am – Group DiscussionsInteractive discussions focused on opportunity identification, barriers to innovation, and collaborative solutions.12.05pm – Group SummariesEach group will share key insights, challenges, and proposed next steps with the wider audience.12.35pm – Lunch BreakSession 2: Developing Agri-tech | 1.25pm–2.20pmSession OverviewThe afternoon session shifts focus to the technologies reshaping agriculture. From biotechnology and emissions reduction to precision livestock management and digital tools, this session explores how disruptive innovation can enhance productivity, sustainability and sector resilience.1.25pm – Keynote Speaker: TBC1.40pm – Keynote Speaker: TBC1.55pm – Keynote Speaker: TBC2.10pm – Session Summary & Q&A2.30pm – Event Close - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canterbury/from-innovation-to-impact-shaping-selwyn’s-food-and-fibre-future/100001983916999150 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business, contests, art, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: NZD ## Event venue details - **city**: Canterbury - **state**: CA - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: Lincoln University Waimarie Building - **lat**: -43.6436387 - **long**: 172.4695173 - **full address**: Lincoln University Waimarie Building, Springs Road, Canterbury, New Zealand ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: From Innovation to Impact: Shaping Selwyn’s Food & Fibre Future - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/c74acdcc1aa7f6616b3a12901c4f2fc8f112a47c567652add625ab8901367eee-rimg-w1200-h600-dc063c62-gmir.jpg?v=1772354249 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is From Innovation to Impact: Shaping Selwyn’s Food & Fibre Future being held? - **A:** From Innovation to Impact: Shaping Selwyn’s Food & Fibre Future takes place on Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 02:30 pm at Lincoln University Waimarie Building, Springs Road, Canterbury, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who is organizing From Innovation to Impact: Shaping Selwyn’s Food & Fibre Future? - **A:** From Innovation to Impact: Shaping Selwyn’s Food & Fibre Future is organized by LU CoE - Transformative Agribusiness. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "From Innovation to Impact: Shaping Selwyn’s Food & Fibre Future", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/c74acdcc1aa7f6616b3a12901c4f2fc8f112a47c567652add625ab8901367eee-rimg-w1200-h600-dc063c62-gmir.jpg?v=1772354249", "startDate": "2026-03-31", "endDate": "2026-03-31", "url": "https://allevents.in/canterbury/from-innovation-to-impact-shaping-selwyn’s-food-and-fibre-future/100001983916999150", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Lincoln University Waimarie Building", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Springs Road", "postalCode": "7608", "addressLocality": "Canterbury", "addressRegion": "CA", "addressCountry": "NZ" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "-43.6436387", "longitude": "172.4695173" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Join us for a day of insight, connection and forward-thinking conversation.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "NZD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-08", "availabilityEnds": "2026-03-31", "validFrom": "2026-04-08", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/canterbury/from-innovation-to-impact-shaping-selwyn’s-food-and-fibre-future/100001983916999150" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "NZD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-08", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-08", "url": "https://allevents.in/canterbury/from-innovation-to-impact-shaping-selwyn’s-food-and-fibre-future/100001983916999150", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "LU CoE - Transformative Agribusiness", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/lu-coe-transformative-agribusiness/22490265", "description": "The Centre of Excellence, Transformative Agribusiness, is dedicated to enhancing sustainability in the food and fibre sectors. 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