Farming and the future – tech on the land
This event will showcase practical tools, real-world examples, and expert insights, connecting innovation with everyday farm operations. This event will give you a chance to look to the future and expand your mind. It is a chance to celebrate a better year on the farm and understand how everyone else is embracing the latest technology.
Keynote presentation
By leading tech innovator Sir Ian Taylor
Ian’s contributions have been widely recognized. Holding an LLB from the University of Otago, he was inducted into the New Zealand Hi-Tech Hall of Fame in 2009. In 2010, he was named New Zealander of the Year by North & South magazine and received an Honorary Fellowship of the New Zealand Computer Society. The New Year Honours of 2012 saw him appointed a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, and he was awarded the Creative Sector accolade at the World Class New Zealander Awards. Acknowledged as Outstanding Māori Business Leader in 2013, Ian continued to gain recognition as New Zealand Innovator of the Year in 2019. In 2021, Ian was knighted as a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his services to broadcasting, business, and community.
Other topics
- What are the top 5, farm productivity apps and how can they be used?
- Facilitated farmer discussions on AI and tech use cases e.g. how is ChatGPT being used by farmers everyday to make their businesses more efficient?
- Interactive networking and Q&A session.
- Facilitator: Simon Marshall (Vet Services).
- Light meal and cash bar at the conclusion.
Registration
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