Preparations are ramping up for Australia and New Zealand’s flagship horticulture event, Hort Connections 2025, to take place at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre from Wednesday 4 to Friday 6 June.

The conference and trade show, co-hosted by AUSVEG and the International Fresh Produce Association Australia-New Zealand (IFPA ANZ), has grown every year since it was first held, with over 4,000 delegates from across the industry attending last year in Melbourne.

This year once again Hort Connections will feature a program of inspiring speakers providing their insights into the key challenges, opportunities and hot topics in horticulture. Numerous networking opportunities, and the annual Horticulture Awards for Excellence are also shaping as major drawcards.

Former Olympic Swimmer Giaan Rooney will return as the Hort Connections MC, featuring alongside a world-class speaker line-up including:

• Dr. Chadden Hunter – A wildlife biologist and filmmaker who has worked on acclaimed documentaries like “Planet Earth II” and “Frozen Planet” alongside Sir David Attenborough.
• Dr. David Hughes – Emeritus Professor of Food Marketing, Imperial College London, who is a global expert in food industry trends, agribusiness, and retail.

Stay tuned for more exciting speaker announcements in the coming weeks.

This year’s trade show will have over 200 exhibitors allowing delegates to learn about the latest products, services, and technology available. An Activation Lounge will be a new addition to the trade show – featuring celebrity chefs Justine Schofield and Simon Toohey. The former MasterChef contestants who now host their own television cooking shows, will show delegates how to cook delicious, healthy meals using fresh fruit and vegetables.

Early bird delegate and exhibition booth registrations are closing on Wednesday, 26 March, providing discounted pricing for all conference sessions, the trade show, and networking events. Act now to secure your spot at www.hortconnections.com.au.

AUSVEG CEO Michael Coote said:

“Each year growers and industry members identify the big issues, themes, topics and questions that the horticulture sector wants addressed, and the Hort Connections team find a way to deliver during the conference. I encourage everyone in horticulture to book their tickets now and join us in Brisbane for what promises to be another action packed gathering of our industry.”

IFPA ANZ Managing Director Belinda Wilson said:

“Anticipation is building ahead of what is sure to be another not-to-be missed Hort Connections. With a full and engaging program of speakers, trade displays, networking events and awards to feature across the three days, the very best of our world-class horticulture industry is sure to be on display.”

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MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew MacDonald, National Communications Manager, AUSVEG
Phone: 03 9882 0277, Mobile: 0406 836 330, Email: andrew.macdonald@ausveg.com.au