LU State of the Land

07/06/2026

Food security is making headlines — but how secure is New Zealand's food future?

Join our first Frontline Forum as experts from across industry, research, and the student community tackle one of the country's most pressing challenges: ensuring a resilient, accessible, and future-ready food system.

Join us on 18 June, 10.00am–11.30am for the first in a brand new series of Teams Webinar events.

A fast-paced, moderated discussion exploring the issues shaping our land, food, and future.

https://www.lustateoftheland.co.nz/upcoming-events/food-security

04/06/2026

New Zealand agriculture doesn't operate in isolation. Global markets, trade policies, and supply chains all play a critical role in shaping the future of our primary industries.

Join us for our next Vibe event on 16th June where we'll hear from Matt Dilly from ANZ as he explores the trends, risks, and opportunities influencing New Zealand's agricultural economy and what they mean for the future of farming.

https://www.lustateoftheland.co.nz/upcoming-events/jun-vibe

26/05/2026

Join us for the next Bioeconomy event on Wednesday 10 June at 1.00pm in S2, Stewart Building, Lincoln University

How can agricultural economics help shape a more sustainable and resilient future for Aotearoa New Zealand?

Join us at Lincoln University for a forward-looking discussion on the role of economics, policy and innovation in the future of farming and the bioeconomy.

Hear from Dr. John Saunders, Lincoln University and Dr. Suzie Greenhalgh, Bioeconomy Science Institute.

Together, they’ll explore the opportunities and challenges facing farmers, industry and communities as the sector responds to climate change, shifting markets and evolving expectations.

https://www.lustateoftheland.co.nz/upcoming-events/bioeconomy-june

04/05/2026

Book your space at our next VIBE Session on 19th May from 4pm

Nitrogen, pasture & feeding the world

Join Jacqueline Rowarth (Adjunct Professor at Lincoln University) for a science-led talk unpacking the real role of nitrogen in pasture-based farming — from soil and grazing to global food systems and common misconceptions.

https://www.lustateoftheland.co.nz/upcoming-events/jacqueline-rowarth

27/04/2026

Join us for the next Bioeconomy event on Wednesday 13 May at 1.00pm.

Reducing nitrous oxide and methane emissions is one of the biggest challenges facing land-based systems — and a key step toward climate targets and resilient farming in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Join Professor Tim Clough (Lincoln University) and Dr Steve Thomas (Bioeconomy Science Institute) as they share the latest research, tools, and on-farm solutions helping turn science into real-world impact. Expect insights from long-running trials, mitigation technologies, and collaborative projects shaping the future of low-emissions farming.

Come along to explore the science, innovation, and practical pathways driving the future of sustainable land use.

https://www.lustateoftheland.co.nz/upcoming-events/bioeconomy-may

13/04/2026

Join us for our next vibe event on 23rd April at 4pm to explore the growing pressure on diesel and liquid fuel supply — and what it means for New Zealand’s future.
Hear from Dr Craig Anderson from the Bioeconomy Science Institute as he unpacks how our fossil energy system works, why we often misunderstand renewable energy scalability, and what businesses and communities should be thinking about as the energy landscape rapidly evolves.

Join us for our next vibe event in 2026. Read more…

08/04/2026

Join us for the next event in our Excellence Series on Thursday 16th April.

Across the colonised world, planning has often been used as a tool of exclusion and oppression. In this powerful seminar, Hirini Matunga shares a deeply personal and political journey — exploring how planning can shift from reinforcing injustice to enabling emancipation and transformation in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Be part of a thought-provoking conversation that challenges the past and reimagines a more equitable future.

https://www.lustateoftheland.co.nz/upcoming-events/hirini-matunga

17/03/2026

Lincoln University, in partnership with Selwyn District Council, invites you to a one-day symposium exploring what’s next for one of New Zealand’s most vital sectors. Tuesday 31 March 9.00am-2.30pm.

Food and fibre are at the heart of Selwyn’s economy — but the landscape is shifting fast. Climate pressures, evolving consumer expectations and market volatility are reshaping how we produce and add value. At the same time, innovation in agri-tech, biotechnology and low-emissions systems is opening up exciting new possibilities.

So how do we turn these opportunities into real, practical outcomes for farms and businesses?

Join us for a day of insight, connection and forward-thinking discussion.

https://www.transformativeagribusiness.co.nz/events/sdc

15/03/2026

Join us for our next Vibe session on Tuesday 24 March at 4.00pm.
We’ll hear from Lydia Gliddon as she explores the future of land, growth and development in one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing regions. Drawing on real projects and practical experience, Lydia will share insights into how Selwyn District Council is navigating rapid growth, balancing urban and rural land use, and planning for resilient communities — while addressing the opportunities and trade-offs shaping Selwyn’s future.

Join us for our next vibe event as we hear from Mayor Lydia Gliddon. Read more…

08/03/2026

Join us for the next Bioeconomy Series on Wednesday 18 March to explore how advanced visualisation technologies are transforming our view of the world — from the nanoscale to entire landscapes. Dr. Duane Harland (Bioeconomy Science Institute) will showcase cutting-edge electron microscopy, while Assoc. Prof. Stuart Charters (Lincoln University) will reveal how spatial data and modelling illuminate complex systems at the landscape scale.

Join us as for this Bioeconomy series event where explore a different aspect of New Zealand’s evolving bioeconomy highlighting pathways toward a more sustainable and resilient future. Read more…