Claudia Roessler, World Wide Director, Agriculture, at Microsoft, will talk about why Microsoft are currently investing in agriculture, the role of Agritech, and how New Zealand agritech companies can engage (partner), with examples of work in the field

Dennis Donohue, Director of the Western Growers Technology & Innovation Center in Salinas, California, will talk about the work of Western Growers and some of the challenges that its members are facing. Western Growers members produce 50% of all fresh produce in North America. Can New Zealand agritech businesses help solve some of their significant challenges?