RED MEAT SECTOR CONFERENCE
Tākina Wellington Convention Centre
28 & 29 September 2026
Welcome
Tēnā koutou katoa,
The Meat Industry Association is looking forward to hosting you at the 2026 Red Meat Sector Conference in Wellington.
The sector plays a vital role in New Zealand’s economy and identity, delivering high-quality, trusted products to consumers around the world while supporting regional communities here at home. As we face a rapidly evolving global landscape, collaboration across a connected, forward-looking sector is more important than ever.
Along with our conference partnership sponsor Beef + Lamb New Zealand and MC Jehan Casinader, this conference offers a valuable opportunity to share ideas, challenge thinking, and explore practical solutions to the opportunities and challenges ahead. Attendees can expect insightful speakers from across markets and the supply chain sharing their views on how we can continue to enhance value, strengthen resilience, and uphold the standards that underpin our international reputation.
In the lead up to the General Election in November Wellington offers a fitting backdrop for these conversations, bringing the sector together with national policy decision-makers and government officials.
This conference is an opportunity to connect, share insights, and focus on how we can continue to strengthen our sector in a changing global environment, while also acknowledging its vital contribution to regional communities, export earnings, and New Zealand's economic strength.
With a welcome networking function on Monday afternoon, attendees who are traveling may wish to make the most of the trip. For more information about Wellington, or for ideas on how to make the most of your trip Visit Wellington – WellingtonNZ.
We look forward to seeing you in September.
Ngā mihi nui,
Meat Industry Association of New Zealand
01. What and why
The objective of the Red Meat Sector Conference is to promote and foster the red meat sector by providing a framework for engagement with farmers, industry and networks, as well as showcasing innovation and best practice.
02. Who should attend
The conference attracts delegates and sponsors from across the spectrum of the red meat sector. These include leaders from farming, processing and marketing, senior government officials and representatives from associated industries and sectors such as shipping, packing, banking, farming supplies and research and development. If your organisation is involved in the red meat sector, we invite you to be part of this peak industry event.
03. What to expect
The annual conference provides delegates from across the sector with a programme of high quality speakers covering the most topical issues relevant to our sector, with ample opportunity to network.
WHAT IS THE CONFERENCE?
The goal of the conference is to promote and foster the red meat sector by providing a framework for engagement between farmers, industry, and service providers, as well as showcasing expertise and best practice.
WHO IS IT FOR?
The Red Meat Sector conference provides delegates from across the red meat sector with a programme of high quality speakers and ample opportunities to network.
01. Processors
MIA members with meat processing facilities, including beef and sheep, and further processing.
02. Marketers
MIA members that market meat products globally.
03. Exporters
MIA members that export meat products to other countries, including processor/exporters and those that export but have no processing facilities.
04. Farmers
Beef+Lamb New Zealand Ltd levy paying farmers.
05. Policy makers
Government officials and others from agribusiness organisations.
06. Affiliate
Businesses that provide products and services to the red meat industry, such as logistics, technology, packaging, and insurance.
WHO ARE WE?
The Red Meat Sector Conference is hosted by the Meat Industry Association of New Zealand (MIA), with Beef + Lamb New Zealand Ltd as Partnership Sponsor. It is the most significant networking event on the red meat calendar, bringing together all sector participants.