16
Dec 2024

Vegetables Big Day Out

Vegetables Big Day Out
Hosted by Te Ahikawariki/Vegetable Industry Centre of Excellence (VICE)

Please join us at the Vegetable Big Day Out, on February 3rd & 4th in Pukekohe. This is a chance to see a range of on-farm research happening in the field. See the demonstration of new technology and hear the latest information on projects looking at Integrated pest Management, Nutrient Management, Cover cropping, on-farm Biodiversity, and many more.

This event will provide valuable information for growers, advisors, and the wider industry. Students and those looking to join the vegetable industry will have a chance to see some of the great career opportunities in this industry.

This event is free to attend, but registration is essential for catering numbers.

Growers traveling from outside Pukekohe can receive a contribution towards their travel and accommodation costs to attend the event. Conditions apply and for a limited number, so please register today!!!!

Register by visiting the Vegetable NZ website events page https://www.freshvegetables.co.nz/news-and-events/events/vegetables-big-day-out-pukekohe-3-4-feb-2025/

 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in contact.

Daniel Sutton

Research, Development & Extension Manager Vegetables New Zealand

M: 027 473 2381

E: Daniel.sutton@freshvegetables.co.nz

A: c/o Plant and Food Research, 49 Cronin Rd, Pukekohe 2676

 

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