This year’s Innovation Series explores how innovation and sustainability are shaping the future of farming. For our first Innovation Series event in 2026, we turn our attention to one of the most talked-about movements in agriculture: regenerative farming.

Can regenerative agriculture truly deliver on its promise to restore soil health, enhance biodiversity, and build resilience—while maintaining farm profitability? As interest grows among farmers, policymakers, and consumers alike, regenerative practices are becoming central to the national conversation about the future of food production. Yet questions remain about what “regenerative” really means and whether the evidence matches the enthusiasm.

Join us as leading researchers and practitioners unpack the science behind regenerative agriculture, share case studies from across New Zealand, and explore the economic and practical realities of transition. Together, we’ll examine what’s working, where the challenges lie, and how regenerative approaches can be adapted to our diverse farm systems to achieve both environmental and financial sustainability.

This special Innovation Series event will bring together experts from across research, industry, and farming communities to spark an informed and future-focused discussion on the role of regenerative agriculture in shaping the next era of land-based production.

Tuesday 7 April
9.00am - 3.00pm
S1, Stewart Building, Lincoln University

Programme

9.00am: Welcome

9.15am: Session 1: Topic TBC

9.15am Keynote Speaker 1

9.35am Keynote Speaker 2

9.55am Keynote Speaker 3

10.15am Q&A

10.25am: Break 

10.40am: Session 2: Topic TBC

10.45am Keynote Speaker 1

11.05am Keynote Speaker 2

11.25am Keynote Speaker 3

11.50am Q&A

1.00pm: Lunch Break

1.30am: Session 3: Topic TBC

1.35am Keynote Speaker 1

1.55pm Keynote Speaker 2

2.15pm Keynote Speaker 3

2.35pm Q&A

2.45pm: Summary

3.00pm: Event finishes

Our Speakers

Watch this space as we confirm our speakers for this event

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