Forest Growers Research Annual Conference - Oct 2024
Friday 4 Oct 2024
The 2024 Forest Growers Research Annual Conference will be held this year in Dunedin on the 22-24 October 2024 at The Dunedin Centre.
This year’s theme, Resilience Through Innovation, will provide an update on FGR’s main research programmes, showcasing the collaborative work with industry, government, and other stakeholders supporting the sector, highlighting the latest forestry innovation and technology. A great event to add to your calendar for those who work in the forestry sector.
The three-day conference will incorporate a diverse range of topics and activities, including presentations from over 40 speakers, Panel Q&A sessions, and an Otago Forest field trip. The Annual Science Awards Dinner on the evening of Day 1 will provide plenty of networking and engagement opportunities throughout, with Guest Speaker Simon.
- Day 1 – Tuesday 22 October 2024. Four sessions with various speakers presenting on topics including FGR Research Programmes showcasing innovations, the Multiple aspects of resilience, Navigating challenges to resilience, Panel Sessions Q&A. The Annual Awards Dinner will take place in the evening, with special Guest Speaker, Simon McKinney (Dinner speaker/Comedian), followed by the presentation of the Annual Science Awards across six categories.
- Day 2 – Wednesday 23 October 2024. Wahine in Forestry Breakfast and 4 sessions on Innovation, including; Innovations in genetics/deployment, Product innovations and the last two sessions will feature Innovations for the future.
- Day 3 – Thursday 24 October 2024. Full day Otago forest field trip, hosted by Wenita Forest Products and City Forests Forestry. Field demonstrations and discussions across various R&D programmes.
Registrations for the 2024 Forest Growers Research conference close Wednesday, 9 October 2024, so don’t delay and your tickets now! Click here to view further details and register.
Source & image credit: Forest Growers Research
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