Vegetable Research Roadshow returns for 2026

19 February 2026

The Vegetable Research Roadshow is returning in 2026. Now in its third year, the roadshow will deliver the latest research and innovation directly to growers and the wider industry. Each event will showcase the latest on managing key pests and diseases, as well as nutrient management. There will be updates from A Lighter Touch and Te Ahikawariki, and discussion on new tools, technologies, and research outcomes, relevant to all major vegetable sectors. 

To find out more about the agenda for each event, who is speaking and their background, please click here

Schedule 

Dargaville | Tuesday 24 February | 4.30pm 

Pukekohe | Tuesday 21 April | 3.30pm 

Gisborne | Wednesday 22 April | 4pm 

Hawke's Bay | Thursday 23 April | 4pm 

Ashburton | Tuesday 12 May | 3.30pm 

Levin | Wednesday 13 May | 4.30pm 

Ohakune | Tuesday 26 May | 4.30pm 

Registration 

Click here to register 

Sponsors 

A special thank you to the sponsors that make this roadshow possible.

Gold Sponsor | Corteva Agriscience

Silver Sponsors | Fruitfed Supplies and Horticentre Charitable Trust

Bronze Sponsors | Potatoes NZ, Adria, Agnova and Wyma 

Additional support | A Lighter Touch and Rabobank