From Innovation to Impact: Shaping Selwyn’s food and fibre future
Food and fibre sit at the heart of Selwyn’s economy - but the sector is navigating a period of profound change. Climate pressures, tightening environmental limits, market volatility and shifting consumer expectations are reshaping how we produce and add value. At the same time, advances in agri-tech, biotechnology, low-emissions solutions and alternative land-use systems are unlocking new pathways to productivity, resilience and premium positioning.
This dynamic one-day symposium at Lincoln University will bring together researchers, producers, technology innovators and industry leaders to explore what that future looks like in practice. The programme features keynote sessions on future food systems and emerging agri-tech, alongside regional farming and food entrepreneurs who are already adapting and innovating on the ground.
Date: Tuesday 31st March 2026.
Time: 9am to 2.30pm.
Location: Waimarie Building at Lincoln University.
Cost: FREE.
Join this day of insight, connection and forward-thinking conversation as we explore how Selwyn and New Zealand can position its food and fibre sector for long-term success in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
Find out more about this symposium on the future of fibre and food locally and nationally, including how to secure your seat (Eventbrite).