2026 Emerging Supplier Forums
19February 2026 - 9 September 2026
Calling all emerging food businesses!
Foodstuffs North Island, in partnership with New Zealand Food Innovation Network, would love you to join us at our Emerging Supplier Forum.
We’ll have an awesome team from Foodies and a customer insights expert from dunnhumby to share their experiences and some insights into what goes into supplying our stores. You’ll also be able to connect with other small businesses from the area to build a network to support you on your retail grocery journey.
Complete this form asap to register for the Foodies Emerging Supplier Forum 2026:
Registration – Foodies Emerging Supplier Forum 2026 (eventsair.com)
What will be covered
- Who we are and how we work
- What we look for in a product and supplier partner
- What to think about when considering supplying retail
- Our latest customer insights and trends
Forum dates and locations
| Forum | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | 19 February 2026 | Foodstuffs North Island Support Centre, 35 Landing Drive, Mangere |
| Porirua | 26 February 2026 | Helen Smith Room, Pataka Art + Museum, 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua City Centre |
| Christchurch | 28 May 2026 | ChristchurchNZ, BNZ Centre, Level 3, 101 Cashel Street, Christchurch |
| Wellington | 6 August 2026 | Naumi Hotel Wellington, 10 Dunlop Terrace, Te Aro |
| Auckland | 9 September 2026 | Foodstuffs North Island Support Centre, 35 Landing Drive, Mangere |
