Te Arawa Arataua Māori Agribusiness Summit
SAVE THE DATE | 3 – 4 September 2025 | Sir Howard Morrison Centre, Rotorua
Where Māori Land, Industry and Innovation Meet
'Te Arawa Arataua, also known as Te Arawa Primary Sector Inc. or TAPS, is a collective of Te Arawa organisations that own, control and/or administer more than 30,000ha of land used in the primary sector including agriculture, horticulture, forestry, geothermal and more.'
Be part of shaping the future.
We are pleased to announce that Te Arawa Arataua will be hosting the upcoming Te Arawa Arataua Māori Agribusiness Summit in September 2025 – a national two-day conference that brings together whenua Māori and iwi authorities, industry and government to tackle the critical issues facing Māori in the primary sector.
Organised to promote grass-roots participation, the event will be held in Rotorua and will blend keynote sessions, panels and case studies covering current issues such as climate change, trade and supply chains, collective strategy, and innovation.
Our vision is to chart a path forward—one grounded in kaupapa Māori, collaboration, and practical solutions. This summit is a rare opportunity for governors and management of whenua Māori and iwi authorities from around Aotearoa to come together and help shape a sustainable and prosperous future for Māori-led land enterprises.
More information including the programme, list of speakers and registration options will be released at the end of June 2025.
Save the Date – 3rd / 4th September 2025
Are you part of the next generation of Māori Agribusiness?
We are keen to invite associates to be part of this important event. If you are aged 35 and under, an appointed observer who is not yet a fully elected trustee, committee member or director of Whenua Māori organisations then this Summit is for you. Register now with a special low-priced registration fee! Limited seats available.
Ticket Pricing Structure
We are offering a variety of ticket options, but availability is limited.
Secure your place today and be part of the premier event for Māori landowners.
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Trailblazer Tickets open for one month only 9 May 2025 – 9 June 2025
TAPS Member – Group of 5 - $XX.XX
TAPS Member – Individual - $XXNon Member – Group of 5 - $XX
Non Member – Individual - $XX -
TAPS Member – Group of 5 - $XX.XX
TAPS Member – Individual - $XXNon Member – Group of 5 - $XX
Non Member – Individual - $XX -
Individual - $XX
Voices Leading the Way | Our Speakers
And a line-up of exceptional thought leaders to be revealed soon!
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Minister for Agriculture, Trade and Rural Communities, championing resilience and growth in Aotearoa’s primary industries.
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(Te Arawa and Ngāti Whakaue)
Mayor of Rotorua, a dynamic leader and advocate for strong, sustainable communities.
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(Ngati Whakaue/Te Arawa)
Chair of Te Arawa Arataua and Whakaue Farming Ltd. Over 40 years of primary industry experience with 30 years as a research scientist in agricultural systems and economics.
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Ngāi Tūhoe
Head of KPMG Propagate™
KPMGAndrew Watene is from Paengaroa in the Bay of Plenty and of Tūhoe descent.
He is Head of KPMG Propagate at KPMG, one of the world's largest professional services firms where he leads a team of industry experienced cross-functional professionals who work predominately with New Zealand’s leading food and fibre businesses’, helping clients manage their risk and grow, and especially enjoys working with organisations who identify as being Māori or export-orientated.
He simultaneously supports KPMG's Global Head of Agribusiness Ian Proudfoot with the overarching agribusiness strategy at KPMG New Zealand.
He returned to New Zealand eight years ago after twenty-three years in varying senior, executive and board roles in food, food production and exports throughout Asia, Africa, the America’s and Europe for New Zealand, Japanese and Irish multi-nationals.
Our aspiration is to fuel New Zealand's prosperity by accelerating the competitiveness of our food and fibre sector so there is never a boring day, and a lot to keep us motivated with the work we do.
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Respected agricultural scientist and former CEO of AgResearch and Lincoln University, championing innovation in science and land use.
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(Ngāti Porou)
General Manager of Pakiriroa Farms Ltd (Ngāti Porou), Agribusiness advisor and former Chair of Ahumāta Ahuwhenua Trust with a long history of leading change in the farming industry.
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(Ngāruahine, Taranaki, Te Ātiawa, and Whakatōhea) (TBC as a speaker)
Founder of Taiao Capital, committed to connecting Māori investment with environmental impact and intergenerational wellbeing.
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(Ngāti Rārua, Te Māhurehure,
Te Atiawa Taranaki)One of New Zealand’s most experienced exporters and business leaders, holding vast experience as an investor in bio-tech, horticulture and aquaculture.
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(Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Konohi, Te Aitanga-a-Māhaki, Rongowhakaata, Ngāi Tai)
An experienced director with key agricultural governance roles including directorships with Ngāti Porou Forest Limited, Whangara Farms and Mangaotane Farm Trust along with many iwi and community boards.
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(Kai Tahu)
Richard has a long service as a trustee for Maori whenua throughout the Ngai Tahu rohe, particularly Rakiura. Drawing on his business endeavours, he aspires to provide leadership, vision and empowerment in supporting Maori economic development.
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Scientist with a passion for CO2 based technologies and their application to solve real world problems.
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(Ngāi Tahu, Te Arawa and Pākehā)
A broadcaster of more than 30 years, Stacey has worked as a researcher, writer, reo consultant, director, producer, and presenter. Stacey will be our MC for the Summit.
Summit programme
Field Trip
Partners, Supporters and Exhibitors
Hosted by Te Arawa Arataua.
Contact
Conference organiser: HPCE Aotearoa Ltd
Enquiries: registrations@hpce.co.nz
Phone: 027 606 12810