As part of the students’ introduction to the Agribusiness and Agricultural sector, they will be visiting the Waimumu Southern Field Days site, and the aim is to look at careers and opportunities available within the Primary Industry, with an advisory, consultant and analytical space.

Taking Year 12 and 13 Agriculture and Agribusiness students to the Waimumu Field Days in February 2026 will give them a unique opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world industry practice. With over 700 exhibitors they’ll be exposed to the latest innovations in farming technology, agribusiness solutions, and sustainable practices, while engaging directly with farmers, suppliers, and industry leaders. The event fosters curiosity and critical thinking by allowing students to see how theory translates into practical applications, and it helps them build valuable networks that could support future study or career pathways. Most importantly, it inspires them to envision their role in shaping the future of New Zealand’s primary industries.

Details:

Date: Friday 13^th February 2026

Time: Need to have signed into the FMG site by 9:30am. Students can leave with their parents when they feel ready or the event concludes at 5pm. Gates open at 9am.

Transport: Students to travel with parents in private vehicles

Cost: Entry is free if students have school ID with them. Otherwise, the entry fee is $25.

Students will need to have appropriate clothing and footwear suitable to cope with the weather conditions and an outdoor large venue. They will need to supply their own food, snacks and water, and have their own medical requirements.

A staff member will be present at this field day; however, it is the responsibility of the parents/caregivers to ensure suitable supervision throughout the day. If parents/caregivers are not attending, permission must be given for a teacher to take your child and be responsible for them.

This event contains risks, including being busy tracks/paths, tent pegs, lots of people, and many vehicles and large machinery.  This event is managed by Southern Field Days who will manage risk and hazards according to there safety management plan.  This includes careful planning around what students are expected to do while there, giving the students site maps in advance, wearing appropriate footwear and staying with parents/caregivers.  While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated.  Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value.  Please contact Southern Field Days Waimumu direct to read event organisers safety and management plan. if you have any questions, feel free to contact Mrs Vicki Jones 03 2116030 or [email protected]

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Waimumu Southern Field Days 13 February 2026

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