• Market and economic insights: Hear economist Shamubeel Eaqub unpack macro‑economic forces shaping horticulture and former Walmart COO Jim Haworth explain how global retail trends are reshaping supply chains
• Practical grower sessions: Get actionable strategies on integrated pest management, sustainable pest control, succession planning for families and leadership development.
• Building brands and  markets: Learn how innovative varietals like Broccolini® and Calypso® mangoes command premium prices and how regulatory changes in grocery markets could affect your bottom line.
• Empowering people: Sessions Celebrating Women in Horticulture and discussions around attracting and retaining talent to close skill gaps.
• Networking & celebration: Wrap up the conference by attending the Horticulture Industry Awards & Gala Dinner – an evening celebrating individuals and teams who have made outstanding contributions to the sector, featuring a special performance by Tiki Taane.

Follow the link below to see the agenda and confirmed speakers.

https://www.hortnzevents.co.nz/event/10a0b3c4-0614-4e7c-8d2d-3e4a79dca2fc/home