South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) - Timaru, Canterbury

Monday 7 - Wednesday 9 April 2025 | Caroline Bay, Timaru

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.

The 2025 SIDE conference will be held in Timaru on Monday 7th April (Field Trip), Tuesday 8th & Wednesday 9th of April.

Run by farmers for farmers, SIDE lines up industry experts for keynote addresses, networking sessions and practical workshops in a revitalized format.

Presenters include farmers, researchers, consultants, veterinarians, accountants, and scientists. The interactive style of the workshops encourages plenty of discussion and the exchange of ideas. The programme is designed to promote thinking and debate, as well as provide a space for like-minded farmers to network and find inspiration and motivation.

SIDE presents a unique opportunity to connect and engage with this diverse group of farmers.

BrightSIDE will be back in 2025 and will focus on hands on workshops.

BrightSIDE is to inspire and attract dairying’s future decision makers to the South Island Dairy Event, provide them with skills, tools and knowledge to succeed and thrive in a dynamic industry.

If you are new or looking to step up into a senior role within the industry and looking to be inspired, challenged, then BrightSIDE is for you!