Over the last few years Locus Research has become an integral part of Fieldays Innovations, to give both participants to the Innovation Centre and visitors to Fieldays the opportunity to discuss and develop their ground-breaking ideas. We've found it increasingly important to foster innovation in the agritech sector and have had some excellent outcomes from our participation.

A rainy morning greeted us following the sixth annual awards ceremony for the Young Innovator Awards. Luckily, we were secure and dry inside, oblivious to the weather as we listened to the unique stories of six of New Zealand's legendary innovators. Each came with their stories of going from start up to success, from school to super star. This is the third year we've held the Innovation Forum and each time we come away enlightened and inspired by these speakers.

Leaving the safety of school and entering the big wide working world can be a scary endeavor -- but Bay of Plenty students that attended the BOP Young Grower of the Year - Cultivate Your Career event are now one step ahead of the rest.

Many people try to avoid Messiness. Some try to solve it, and others try to get rid of it completely. But what Usman Haque will tell you, is that messiness is essential. It’s the life blood of every city and it creates the very fabric that supports a cities culture, diversity and familiarity.