Out the Gate 2026, being held from 19-21 May in Christchurch, is shaping up to be one of the largest events on the New Zealand red meat sector calendar, with strong backing from key organisations right across the agricultural industry.
The event brings together farmers, breeders, rural professionals and industry leaders, and is supported by a wide range of partners who are committed to the future of New Zealand sheep and beef farming.
Tickets are selling fast, with farmers able to access the free Out the Gate flagship day and a half of science sessions.
Gallagher is leading the event as Principal Partner, as well as supporting the B+LNZ Awards as a category sponsor and backing the Sheep Breeder Forum. Their involvement reflects a long-standing commitment to recognising excellence and supporting leadership across the primary sector.
Gallagher Animal Management General Manager-Pacific, Darryl Jones, says, “Out the Gate is a significant event for the red meat sector and we’re proud to be backing it as Principal Partner. It’s great to see the sector enjoying strong international demand, and we’re pleased to support the farmers and rural professionals who make that success possible. For nearly 90 years, Gallagher has provided the products, tools and technologies farmers need to thrive in this world-leading industry. Backing this conference is another excellent opportunity to show our support.”
Beef + Lamb New Zealand Chief Executive Alan Thomson says industry support is critical to recognising and celebrating the people behind the sector’s success.
He adds, “The Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards celebrate the people who push our sector forward every day. These awards are only possible because of the commitment of our sponsors, who share a belief in recognising leadership, innovation and contribution across sheep and beef farming. Many of these organisations also support other important industry events, including Out the Gate and the Sheep Breeder Forum, helping to strengthen the fabric of our primary sector. On behalf of Beef + Lamb New Zealand, thank you for standing alongside our farmers and our wider sector.”
Out the Gate 2026 is only possible thanks to the collective support of its sponsors, many of whom also play an important role in the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards and the Sheep Breeder Forum.
A huge thank you to all Out the Gate sponsors, including those supporting the Sheep Breeder Forum and the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards.
