Agritech

and Foodtech

The Agritech & Food committee champions innovation across the full spectrum of Aotearoa New Zealand’s primary industries-including aquaculture, water and marine technology, agriculture, food systems, biotech, sustainability, animal health, and crop & plant technology. This committee includes experience spanning cosmetics, FMCG, and regulatory science.

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Support goes from initial research through to product launch; and covers regulatory compliance, market fit, and global competitiveness. Engaging with the committee early gives innovators direct access to industry-aligned advice and helps fast-track high-potential technologies into the hands of farmers, producers, and consumers, delivering lasting impact across Aotearoa New Zealand’s food, water, and agritech sectors.

Kia ora, welcome to the Agritech and Foodtech Committee.

There is a misconception that presenters come here to see us. The reality is that we, as a committee, are here to see you. This is your space and time to explore your ideas, ventures and questions with an inquisitive bunch from a range of backgrounds, roles and experience, all driven to see NZ tech/IP grow from the lab to the real world.

Regardless of the stage of a venture, nothing lights up the committee (and creates a good headache for me holding the agenda) like a passionate founder, so if you're doing what you love and want to make an impact in primary industries and FMCG come on in and explore with us.