<b>SIDE 2024: 25-26 June, Lincoln University, Lincoln, Canterbury</b><br></br>

<b>Health checks are a must when attending SIDE</b><br></br>

<b>Presenters include farmers, researchers, consultants, veterinarians, accountants, and scientists</b><br></br>

<b>Organised by farmers, for farmers</b><br></br>

<b>Run by farmers for farmers, with industry experts for keynote addresses, networking sessions and practical workshops</b><br></br>

<b>Run by farmers for farmers - different ages and stages with panel discussions</b><br></br>

<b>The SIDE Dinner provides a great opportunity to catch up</b><br></br>

The South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) is a two day conference for farmers, led by farmers

Established in 1998, we provide a forum for those involved in the South Island dairy industry to evaluate and apply knowledge, skills and technology to their business.

SIDE has grown to become New Zealand’s premier dairy conference and the largest event of its type in the country.

SIDE 2024

25-26 June at the Lincoln University, Lincoln

The SIDE 2024 Events Committee team are working on their speakers, workshop topics and keynote speakers.

Watch this space for more details!

BrightSIDE Logo

Tuesday 25th June 2023

Lincoln University, Lincoln
9.00am - 5.00pm

What this space for more details!

More about BrightSIDE

BrightSIDE is all about inspiring, encouraging and uplifting those starting out in dairying to show them the positive side and the opportunities that a dairying career can provide. It will give attendees the drive and confidence in themselves to progress.

If this sounds like you, then BrightSIDE is the event to attend!

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SIDE 2023 Partners

SIDE 2023 Sponsors

For a list of SIDE 2023 Exhibitors click on the Tab above in the header.