OPINION: Getting closer to consumers
As food producers evolve, getting closer to consumers and understanding their buying behaviour is at the core of many decisions.
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OPINION: Flexitarians and the rise of artisan food producers
Lucy Griffiths weighs in on current and future trends for food producers.
Opening Kiwis’ minds to a more fruity career
Meet Future Leaders speaker Erin Atkinson and how she’s developed a career in horticulture.
ASB Perspective 2025: Meet our speakers
Meet Perspective 2025 speakers.
ASB Perspective 2025: What’s it all about?
Discover Perspective 2025’s theme for 2018.
Future Leaders: Introducing our speakers
Learn more about this exciting new event and who will be sharing their expertise.
News wrap-up: Transformation is here to stay
We’ve rounded up some major stories and themes to see what’s in store for 2018.
ASB’s Steve Jurkovich: Welcome to NZAFW 2018
Events this week showcase the rich growth opportunities for the sector as well as providing valuable network connections and inspiration for attendees.
The 2018 week at a glance
New Zealand AgriFood Week is back for 2018, with more than 10 events on offer. Here’s an overview of the week.
Event details coming soon
New Zealand AgriFood Week 2018 is shaping up to be a great week. We have a number of events back for another year plus some new ones. You can follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Full details will be published in January so check back soon.
Learning in the classroom, online and on the land
Helping people to discover the fascinating world of sustainable beekeeping and quality bee products, UCOL is now in its second year of offering the New Zealand Certificate in Apiculture. Students learn how to install, track and maintain beehives as well as gain the skills and knowledge needed to work safely and productively in a beekeeping
Horowhenua’s best-kept secret?
Horowhenua is abundant with a variety of producers and growers, from eel to asparagus and pesto; market gardens to free-range farms. The Horowhenua Taste Trail was established in 2016 to showcase produce, speciality food and beverage products of the region by connecting consumers with their local producers, and growing the region’s reputation for food excellence.
Shining the Light on Growth
When Dr Jason Wargent started looking into what effect the degradation of the ozone layer was having on plant growth, he found that certain levels of ultraviolet (UV) light were actually beneficial. This discovery led to the founding of BioLumic in 2012, a privately held start-up company based in Palmerston North focused on unlocking the