The industry body says that there’ll be plenty to discuss and hear – for both members and non-members – for growers, retailers, suppliers and anyone else in the supply chain.

The event’s focus sessions will be on workplace health and safety, employment law, nursery and garden chemicals, plant imports, handling pest incursion response and more.Rudd Kleinpaste, Phil O’Reilly and Jacqueline Rowarth have already been confirmed as speakers.

In addition, there will be discussions the NZPPI model, and NGINZ members will help shape the Association's future at its AGM.

NGINZ adds that there will also be plenty of time to network and catch up with friends and colleagues both out of session and at one of two fantastic social events – dinners at Zealandia and Te Papa.

Those wanting more information can view the conference’s programme and registration form at: www.nginz.co.nz/conference