ASPAC Workshop 2026 - Christchurch NZ - 20th-22nd October

Overview

This two-day intensive workshop brings together soil and plant analysis techniques for researchers, laboratory managers, technicians and industry professionals. Participants will deepen their understanding of analytical protocols, laboratory methodologies, and data interpretation in both soil and plant analysis.

Laboratory Tours, Tues 20th October

Participants will meet at 8.30am at Lincoln University, for an 8.45am departure. Travel by coach to the ARL Laboratory (10.30am morning tea following tour); 11.30am arrive at Hill Laboratories (1.30pm afternoon tea). Finish back at Lincoln Uni for a tour of the Plant & Food Research facilities. A behind-the-scenes look at high-throughput research/commercial laboratories including instrumentation, sample processing workflows, and quality assurance protocols.

Dates & Venue

Tues 20th October: Laboratory Tours as above.

Wednes 21st October & Thurs 22nd October: 8.30am-5.00pm. Workshop at Lincoln Uni (room location TBA). 6pm Group Dinner Wed 21st (venue TBA).

Investment: $A850+GST per person for the 3 days.
Inclusions: Laboratory Tours, 2day Workshop, 2 x lunches, 1 group dinner, return coach transfer to/from laboratory tours.
 
Registration Form:        Registration Form Link 

Please complete, scan & return by 20th September to Warren Webber, ASPAC Executive Officer This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

An invoice will be sent in late September upon receipt & confirmation of the registration form. Registration forms are also available on the ASPAC website.

Participants will need to arrange and cover the cost of their own accommodation & transport to (except for the provided return coach transfers for the laboratory tours).

General Workshop Enquiries or to express interest in presenting a particular topic please contact:
Nell Peisley, ASPAC Chairperson & Workshop Coordinator, Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Registration Enquires to: Warren Webber, ASPAC Executive Officer
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We look forward to seeing you all in Christchurch.

Best wishes
Nell Peisley
ASPAC Chairperson & Workshop Co-Ordinator