Irish Agritech Innovation Takes Centre Stage at New Zealand’s Fieldays

Irish agritech companies have made a strong impression at New Zealand’s National Fieldays, the largest agricultural event in the Southern Hemisphere, held in Waikato. The four-day exhibition brought together over 100,000 attendees, including farmers, agri-innovators, and industry professionals from around the globe. Among them was a delegation of Irish firms aiming to showcase their technological advances and expand their global footprint.

This year’s participation reflected the growing global relevance of Ireland’s agritech sector. The event served as a launchpad for these companies to highlight products ranging from slurry management systems to robotic milking technologies and sustainable waste solutions. The shared agricultural model between Ireland and New Zealand, both of which focus heavily on grass-based livestock farming, provided a natural context for collaboration. The similarities in farming practices allowed Irish companies to present their solutions as directly applicable to New Zealand’s agricultural challenges.

Among the technologies showcased were advanced milking systems, automated calf feeders, precision spreading equipment, and innovative fencing solutions. These offerings are designed to help farmers improve operational efficiency, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability. The companies emphasized how their equipment not only increases productivity but also meets the growing demands for eco-conscious farming methods.

In addition to the main exhibiting firms, a number of other Irish agritech brands were represented through local partnerships and distributors. These partnerships underline a growing trend in international collaboration, where Irish innovation is being paired with local expertise to better serve overseas markets. Their presence was a testament to the credibility and performance of Irish engineering in the agricultural sector.

To strengthen business relationships and open new channels of dialogue, an Irish Agribusiness Dinner was hosted on the sidelines of the event. This gathering brought together company representatives, local partners, and government stakeholders to discuss trade, investment, and joint initiatives. It also offered an opportunity to build deeper connections within the New Zealand market while promoting Ireland’s capabilities as a hub for agricultural innovation.

Participation in such a prestigious international event has reinforced Ireland’s position as a leader in agritech. It demonstrated the country’s ability to provide practical, scalable solutions to common global agricultural challenges. From small family farms to larger commercial operations, the technologies presented offered real value to farmers looking for efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible ways to modernize their operations. For Irish agritech, Fieldays was not just a showcase—it was a statement of readiness to lead in the future of farming.