AUSVEG

Hort Business Summit 2026
2026-11-20 08:30 - 16:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | RMIT University, Storey Hall, VIC, Australia
Save the date! The Hort Business Summit is returning to Melbourne in November.
Join us to hear from some of the top business experts in the Australian horticulture industry.

2026 National Agriculture Day
2026-11-20

SA: Adelaide Know Your Grocery Code Training
2026-11-11 09:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | South Australian Produce Markets, Burma Rd, Pooraka, SA, 5095, Australia
Want to find out how the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct can protect you as a grower?
AUSVEG is delivering the Know your Grocery Code program, proudly supported by the Australian Government. The training will be delivered across Australia from July 2026 through to March 2028.
The Know your Grocery Code training will:

Build your understanding of the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct
Let you know your rights and protections under the Code
How you can use the Code to confidently negotiate with grocery businesses and secure a fairer deal when negotiating with large supermarkets

The training will be delivered online and in-person workshops across metropolitan, regional and rural areas and will be accessible to all fresh produce horticultural suppliers.
Training will be delivered by NextGen, Australia’s leading provider of Code training, working closely with industry peak bodies and regulators. Since 2022, NextGen has delivered negotiation training programs for horticulture growers across Australia, training more than 230 growers in 2024/25 alone
These training sessions will be delivered to the horticultural sector free-of-charge under the Know Your Grocery Code program

Webinar: Get RIC Ready - AgriStarter Loan
2026-10-28 12:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Webinar
Learn how the AgriStarter Loan can help you purchase your first farm business or support succession arrangements.
Whether you’re looking to take your first step into farming, purchase a farm business, or fund succession planning arrangements, this webinar will help you understand the low-interest AgriStarter Loan, eligibility requirements and what’s needed to apply.
RIC Agri Lending Specialists and guest panellists will provide practical guidance and answer common questions, covering:
Understanding the AgriStarter Loan
Learn how the AgriStarter Loan supports eligible first-time farmers and succession planning opportunities. Understand how the loan can assist with purchasing a farm business, land, livestock, equipment and other establishment costs.
Get clear on eligibility before you apply
Understand the key eligibility requirements, including what it means to be a first-time farmer, succession planning scenarios, experience requirements, security requirements and your ability to service the loan.
Be prepared and apply with confidence
Learn what information you’ll need to support your application, why early planning is important and how to work with advisers and commercial lenders throughout the process.
Take the next step towards your farming future
Build the knowledge and confidence to determine whether the AgriStarter Loan is right for your circumstances and understand the pathway to applying.

QLD: Future Hort Leaders Study Tour
2026-10-21 - 2026-10-23
Join us for the Inaugural Future Hort Leaders Forum – The ultimate educational, capacity building and networking event for the next generation of the horticulture industry!
What’s included:

Entry to the Future Horticulture Leaders Forum where you will have access to Leadership & career workshops, Panel discussions, Future focused sessions, Education pathways and more!
Local Grower tours across the Lockyer Valley & Toowoomba region
Accommodation in Toowoomba & Travel (Bus from Bundaberg)
Endless networking opportunities!

Date: 21st Oct – 23rd Oct 2026
Location: Toowoomba (Bus travelling from Bundaberg with stops along the way)
Cost: $150 per person
More info: Jessy Logan
M: 0407 366 797
E: vegnet@bfvg.com.au

World Congress on Food Science & Beverages Japan
2026-10-19 - 2026-10-20 | Tokyo, Japan
A leading international forum where pioneering scientists, industry innovators, nutrition specialists, policymakers, researchers, and technology developers gather to shape the future of the global food and beverage landscape.
Hosted in Tokyo with full virtual access, WCFB 2026 offers an engaging space for exploring the latest breakthroughs in food science, beverage technology, nutrition research, sustainability, and next-generation food systems.
With the theme “Innovating for a Sustainable and Healthy Future: Transforming Food Science & Beverage Technology,” the Congress highlights how emerging research, digital advancements, and collaborative efforts can redefine food quality, safety, production, and global well-being.

SIAL Paris
2026-10-17 - 2026-10-21 | PARIS NORD VILLEPINTE, Paris, France
This international food show is the hub of food innovation, bringing together producers, distributors, restaurateurs, and importers-exporters.

Fruit Attraction Spain
2026-10-06 - 2026-10-08 | Madrid, Spain
From October 6 to 8, Madrid will become the global epicenter for operators, retailers, and professionals looking to grow, connect, and transform their business strategies.
Fruit Attraction is the place where international supply and demand meet at the key moment to plan campaigns and open doors to new markets.
Under the premises of marketing, innovation, quality, and knowledge, Fruit Attraction 2026 presents itself as the main promotional tool for the fruit and vegetable sector with the aim of boosting international commercial activity and promoting training and interaction among professionals throughout the value chain.
Don’t miss out on the event that is driving the future of the fruit and vegetable sector. Fruit Attraction 2026: the time, place, and global connection you need to take your business to the next level.

QLD: Lockyer Valley (Stanthorpe) Know Your Grocery Code Training
2026-09-29 08:30 - 16:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Stanthorpe Showgrounds, High St, Stanthorpe, QLD, 4380, Australia

BioSpain 2026
2026-09-29 - 2026-10-01
BIOSPAIN is one of the largest biotech events organized by a national bioindustry association in Europe and one of the largest in the world by the number of one-to-one meetings and companies participating. 30% of our delegates came from outside of Spain. Also, of the 287 exhibitors, 32% were international.
This year, BIOSPAIN will be held in Bilbao, one of the main biotech cluster in Spain and One of Spain’s most avant-garde cities.
The event will take place in Pavillion 2, Bilbao Exhibition Cente, located in Barakaldo, less then 20 minutes from downtown Bilbao, it is one of the most modern and largest trade-show complexes in Europe.

QLD: Lockyer Valley (Gatton) Know Your Grocery Code Training
2026-09-28 08:30 - 16:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Gatton Shire Hall, 52 North St, Gatton, QLD, 4343, Australia

TAS: Veg SmartMargins Workshop
2026-09-24 13:30 - 15:30 (Australia/Hobart) | TIA Vegetable Research Facility, 124 Forthside Road, Forth, Tasmania, 7310, Australia
Help shape the new Veg SmartMargins tool, designed with growers from day one. See a working prototype and help decide what would make the tool genuinely useful on farm.

Crop gross margins, break-even price and yield
Full cost of production, including labour and overheads
What-if scenarios, seasonal cashflow and benchmarks

Free to attend, Light lunch from 1pm

SA: Murray Bridge Know Your Grocery Code Training
2026-09-24 09:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Bridgeport Hotel, 2 Bridge St, Murray Bridge, SA, Australia

Future Food Tech London
2026-09-24 - 2026-09-25 | InterContinental O2, London, England, United Kingdom
Future Food-Tech connects 500+ leaders from global food brands, forward-thinking ingredient providers, pioneering start-ups, and visionary investor funds.
Join senior decision-makers on September 24-25, 2026, to learn about breakthrough technologies, sector shaping strategies, and tackle the challenges in creating foods that are nutritious, accessible, and climate-smart.

SA: Northern Adelaide Plains Know Your Grocery Code Training
2026-09-23 09:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Virginia Horticulture Centre, 942 Old Port Wakefield Rd, Virginia SA 5120, 942 Old Port Wakefield Rd, Virginia, South Australia, 5120, Australia

GreenTech North America
2026-09-23 - 2026-09-24 | Philadelphia, PA, United States
GreenTech North America, specifically designed to connect with the North American Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) community.
With 90 exhibitors, and over 1,000 expected attendees, GreenTech North America 2026 offers a premier platform for networking and growth of your business. At this brand new event in Philadelphia, growers can find the latest technologies for growing high-value crops such as vegetables, soft fruits, ornamentals, leafy greens, and medicinal plants.
Establishing a presence in the U.S. and Canada is evident to GreenTech’s promise as the worldwide connector of sustainable food and flower production. Join us in Philadelphia (PA) and get inspired by the latest high-tech horticulture solutions!

Webinar: Veg SmartMargins Workshop
2026-09-22 13:00 - 14:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Webinar
Help shape the new Veg SmartMargins tool, designed with growers from day one. See a working prototype and help decide what would make the tool genuinely useful on farm.

Crop gross margins, break-even price and yield
Full cost of production, including labour and overheads
What-if scenarios, seasonal cashflow and benchmarks

Free to attend.

World Agri-Tech London
2026-09-22 - 2026-09-23 | InterContinental O2, London, England, United Kingdom
Europe’s premier event for agri food pioneers, World Agri-Tech is a must-attend summit for those invested in advancing nature-positive, resilient agriculture and food systems.
Join senior decision-makers on September 22-23, 2026 for two days of pivotal discussions and unmatched networking opportunities.

Food Matters Live Rotterdam
2026-09-22 - 2026-09-23 | Ahoy Convention Centre, Rotterdam, Netherlands
Building on the success of our Rotterdam debut, Food Matters Live will return to the Ahoy Convention Centre on 22-23 September, bringing together Europe’s product development community – an ambitious network of industry professionals at the heart of a region recognised for sustainable food and nutrition innovation.
Across two inspiring days, discover the latest innovations, insights and ideas shaping the future of food and drink, designed for those working in product development, technical and culinary roles. From cutting-edge content and trend insights to immersive showcases including Tastes of Better, the Flavour & Colour Lab and the NPD Discovery Theatre, we look forward to welcoming you back to Rotterdam this September.

SA: Veg SmartMargins Workshop
2026-09-21 13:30 - 15:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Bridgeport Hotel, 2 Bridge St, Murray Bridge, SA, Australia
Help shape the new Veg SmartMargins tool, designed with growers from day one. See a working prototype and help decide what would make the tool genuinely useful on farm.

Crop gross margins, break-even price and yield
Full cost of production, including labour and overheads
What-if scenarios, seasonal cashflow and benchmarks

Free to attend, Light lunch included

NSW: Bathurst - Level Up Hort Roadshow
2026-09-21 07:30 - 10:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Rydges Mount Panorama, 1 Conrod Straight, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Costs are high, inputs are tight, and the goalposts keep moving. The Level Up Hort Roadshow is delivering a short and sharp session in a region near you, focused on where you can build margin back into your business.
The benchmark data shows us where profit is built and eroded in vegetable businesses, and unless you look at your numbers closely, you may not see what you’re leaving on the table.
Join as they walk through the four main profit drivers and turn insights into action, powerful solutions, and how to apply them to your own business. No numbers shared in the room, no judgement, just a clearer picture of where your margin is bleeding out, and what to do about it.

VIC: Shepparton - Level Up Hort Roadshow
2026-09-18 10:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Parklake Hotel, 481 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, VIC, Australia

QLD: Australian-Grown Innovation Demo Day
2026-09-17 17:00 - 19:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | North Lakes Hotel, Moreton Bay, QLD, Australia
​Join the Australian-Grown Innovation Build Program Demo Day to witness the next evolution of agri-tech and horticultural innovation.
​The AGI Build Program supports promising startups by connecting ambitious founders with the resources, mentors, industry leaders and investors they need to scale. Great connections do not happen behind a screen — they happen in the room.
Their mission is to put the power of innovation in the hands of every grower, everywhere. Join to meet the founders developing ground-breaking solutions in sustainable farming, resource efficiency, supply chain resilience and the future of Australian horticulture.

Online FAW Learning Circle
2026-09-17 09:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Webinar
The Cross-industry Fall Armyworm (FAW) RD&E Facilitation Project is helping to strengthen collaboration, improve communication across industries, and ensure that FAW research, development and extension (RD&E) knowledge is shared effectively across sectors and regions.
If you are working with the challenges of fall armyworm, come and join the conversation at our first cross-Industry FAW Learning Circle – bringing together people working across horticulture, grains, cotton, dairy, ginger, and other industries to share what they’re seeing and learning about FAW.
In just 60 minutes, you’ll have the chance to:
• share current FAW challenges and experiences
• hear what’s happening across industries and regions
• learn about current FAW extension activities
• connect with others and identify opportunities to collaborate.
Interested in coming along? Click here for Zoom session invite.
This project is a Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative (PBRI) funded by Hort Innovation, GRDC, Dairy Australia, CRDC, and AgriFutures.

VIC: Gippsland - Level Up Hort Roadshow
2026-09-16 10:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Agriculture Victoria, Maffra

VIC: Pakenham - Level Up Hort Roadshow
2026-09-15 10:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Elders Pakenham, 34 Jersey Road, Pakenham, VIC, Australia

VIC: Werribee - Level Up Hort Roadshow
2026-09-14 12:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | RP Motors boardroom, 500 Duncan Rd, Werribee South, VIC, 3030, Australia

QLD: Biosecurity Workshop at Agrotrend
2026-09-11 09:30 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Agrotrend, 1 University Drive, Branyan, QLD, 4670, Australia
Join AUSVEG and VegNET for an interactive session designed to keep growers, agronomists, and industry up to date with the latest in biosecurity preparedness activities.
What’s covered:

Example of what to expect if an exotic is found on farm
Industry updates and how to protect your farm from nationally active incursions
Develop and take home your very own Biosecurity Plan
Go into the lucky door draw to win your very own foot bath and boot brush!

Why attend?
✔ Stay informed with latest on Nationally active biosecurity incidents
✔ Learn about new tools and options for biosecurity management on farm
✔ Practical exercises including development of biosecurity Plan
Cost: Free (also includes complimentary entry into Agrotrend)
For more information:
Jessy Logan
0407 366 797
vegnet@bfvg.com.au
Zara Burney
0470 576 404
zara.burney@ausveg.com.au

QLD: Paddock to Plate Study Tour
2026-09-10 - 2026-09-13
Travel a little, learn a lot! Growers from across the Gympie & surrounding regions are invited to join us for 3 days of activities in the Bundaberg region!
What’s included:

Bundaberg Agrotrend Entry and exhibits.
BFVG Grower Workshop – Join fellow growers and industry for practical FAW management, WH&S updates, Farm Business resilience planning and more!
Visit to 3 local Growers in Bundaberg
Ticket to the BFVG Gala Dinner
Accommodation in Bundaberg & Travel (Bus from Gympie)
Endless Networking opportunities!

Date: 10th Sept – 13th Sept 2026
Spots limited!
Location: Bundaberg & surrounds.
Cost: $150 per person
More info: Jessy Logan
M: 0407 366 797
E: vegnet@bfvg.com.au

SA: Murray Bridge - Level Up Hort Roadshow
2026-09-09 15:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Bridgeport Hotel, 2 Bridge St, Murray Bridge, SA, Australia
