Regenerative agriculture has been a hotbed for debate in recent times in New Zealand. Does the term 'regenerative agriculture' suggest that conventional farming is 'de-generative'? Where is the disconnect between those advocating for regenerative farming practice and those doubting the practice? What research needs to be undertaken to prove/disprove both the efficiency and effectiveness of regenerative practices?
We have 3 regenerative agriculture experts joining us for our next Innovation Series event to discuss how they define regenerative agriculture, where/whether regenerative agriculture has its place in the future of NZ sustainable farming practice and where the future of the regenerative agriculture debate may go to next.
This is an information session for those wanting to ask questions around the regenerative agriculture shift from experts who have either worked with farmers working on their own regenerative farming practice or have/are current farmers implementing regenerative practices on their own soil.
The opinions of the panellists do not necessarily constitute the opinion of B.linc Innovation or parent organisation, Lincoln University. The intention of this event is to provide information on personal perspectives of regenerative agriculture culture. Future events are planned to facilitate a discussion around the appropriation of regenerative agriculture for the NZ landscape.
NB: Mr. Wyn-Harris, whilst quoted by a speaker during this event, does not promote or endorse the concept and practices of regenerative agriculture as it is discussed in this event.
His opinion can be heard via an interview with Jesse Mulligan (RNZ) - here
Timings
8.30am: Arrival
8.45am: Networking
9.05am: Welcome & introduction (virtual streaming starts)
9.15am: Keynote address 1: Sam Lang
9.30am: Keynote address 2: Emily House
9.45am: Keynote address 3 :Jono Frew
10.00am: Panel discussion/interative Q&A session with the audience
10.30am: Live streaming ends. Speaking finishes, networking
11.00am: Event finishes