Kick-start Friday with coffee, great conversations and a behind-the-scenes look at food & fibre innovation in Manawatū.
Join us at The Refectory, Massey University from 8:45am for networking over breakfast, then board coaches at 10:00am for curated Innovation Tours. We’ll wrap by 12:00pm back at campus.
What’s included
Networking Breakfast (9:00–10:00am): Connect with finalists, sponsors, and industry leaders.
Innovation Tours (10:00–12:00pm): Choose one at checkout (limited capacity)
Massey: Food science & product innovation – FoodPilot, sensory, and nutrition labs.
Te Utanganui with Primary Connect – Regional distribution hub in action.
Fonterra R&D Centre – Research that shapes tomorrow’s dairy.
Whenua Haumanu – Regenerative agriculture sites and practices.
Massey University
Who should attend
Producers, retailers, researchers, sponsors, and anyone keen to build relationships and see world-class innovation first-hand.
Tickets
Individual: $50 (excl. GST)
Table of 10: $450 (excl. GST)
Capacity is limited; secure your spot early.
Schedule
8:45am – Arrivals & coffee
9:00–10:00am – Networking Breakfast
10:00am – Coaches depart for tours
~12:00pm – Return to Massey University
Venue
The Refectory, Massey University, Palmerston North.
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