Industry events
Keep track of events in the Australian vegetable industry using the AUSVEG calendar. If you have an event you’d like listed, use our contact form to get in touch.
Events listed in bold are part of the National Vegetable Extension Network (VegNET), a strategic levy investment project under the Hort Innovation Vegetable Fund which is communicating research and development information to Australian growers.

  • Native Vegetation Insectaries “Open House”: Werribee South, VIC

    Follow signage on Cayleys Road, Werribee South. Cayleys Road, Werribee South

    10am to 3pm AEDT | Wednesday 30 March Join Stephen Moore from E.E. Muir & Sons and Karen Thomas from Melbourne Water to inspect the native vegetation insectaries […]

    Free
  • 3rd BioAg World Conference SPAIN

    Museo Principe Felipe Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciencias, Av. del Professor López Piñero, 7, 46013, Valencia, Spain

    Why attend the 3rd BioAg World Conference in Spain? Biopesticides, Biostimulants, Biofertilizers, and ICM/IPM are crucial tools needed for farmers across the globe. Europe is the […]

  • APAL Forum 2022 – Grow Beyond

    Federation Square Melbourne CBD Federation Square, Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC

    The APAL Industry Forum is back! After more than two years of disruption, this is finally a chance for us to reconnect in-person, share insights, and […]

    aud105 – aud255
  • Austchilli Farm Virtual Field Day

    Online

    This event will be a virtual field day covering the AustChilli Smart Farm and will be hosted by AustChilli, AHR, Hitachi Vantara and AUSVEG. There is […]

    Free
  • Hort Connections 2022

    Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Merivale St & Glenelg Street, Brisbane, QLD, Australia

    Hort Connections is Australia and New Zealand’s premiere horticulture conference and trade show. Hort Connections 2022 will be held in Brisbane following the successful, COVID-safe delivery […]

  • Hort Connections Off-Site Farm Tours!

    The popular Hort Connections Farm Tours are returning to Hort Connections 2022, and this year’s tour of local industry sites promises to be a valuable excursion […]

  • Avo Connections 2022

    Meeting Room M2 – Brisbane Exhibition & Convention Centre, QLD

    12.15pm to 4.30pm AEST | Monday 6 June 2022 Location: Meeting Room M2 – Brisbane Exhibition & Convention Centre, QLD The annual avocado industry forum, Avo […]

    Free
  • Upcoming nematode masterclass

    9am-4pm (AEST) 23 June 2022 | University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC Are you interested in learning more about nematodes in vegetable growing systems? Join us for […]

  • Area-wide management of insect-vectored diseases webinar

    Online

    12pm-1pm AEST | Wednesday 20 July Area wide management strategies for vector-borne diseases can help to prevent or minimise insecticide resistance, improve the efficiency of biological […]

  • BerryQuest International 2022

    Sea World Resort & Conference Centre, Gold Coast, QLD Sea World Resort & Conference Centre, Gold Coast, QLD

    Get ready for the best BerryQuest International conference yet 25-28 July 2022 Sea World Resort & Conference Centre, Gold Coast, QLD BerryQuest International 2022 aims to bring […]

  • In-person potato event, Atherton

    Atherton International Club 60 Kennedy Highway, Atherton, QLD, Australia

    4.30pm-6.30pm AEST | Monday 1 August The PotatoLink team invite you to an in-person event in Atherton, Queensland. National Coordinator Peter O’Brien and regional representative Dr […]

  • QLD Agworkforce Summit

    Online

    Register for the QLD Agworkforce Summit 8.30am-1pm AEST | 3-5 August Register to attend the Queensland Agworkforce Summit to be held virtually from Wednesday 3 to Friday […]

  • 2022 Fresh Produce Safety Conference

    8.30am-5.30pm AEST | Thursday 11 August This conference is the Fresh Produce Safety Centre Australia & New Zealand’s (FPSC-ANZ) flagship event, that is expected to bring […]

  • In-person event: IPM in Protected Cropping, Peats Ridge, NSW

    Family Fresh Farms 13 Kilpa Rd, Peats Ridge, NSW, Australia

    10am-12.30pm AEST | Wednesday 17 August At this in-person event in Peats Ridge, join Family Fresh Farms grower Wade Mann and the Soil Wealth ICP team […]

  • National Renewables in Agriculture Conference & Expo 2022

    Albury Entertainment Centre 525 Swift Street, Albury, NSW

    8am-4.30pm | Thursday 18 August On-farm renewables are a valuable opportunity for farmers to cut costs and emissions. This event will bring together farmers, agriculture and energy […]

    AUD175
  • Webinar: Rot diseases in potatoes

    12pm-1pm AEST | Thursday 18 August Join the PotatoLink team as it hosts international guest speaker Dr Phillip Wharton for a webinar on rot diseases in […]

  • Greenhouse Cucumber Field Day, North Coast NSW

    Cucumber farm, Bucca NSW 131 Central Bucca Rd, Bucca, NSW, Australia

    2pm-4pm AEST | Tuesday 23 August VegNET New South Wales and the NSW Local Land Service invite you to attend a field day visiting Paul and […]

    Free
  • Northern Australian Food Futures Roadshow in Mareeba

    Cedric Davies Community Hub 43 Anzac Avenue, Mareeba, QLD, Australia

    8am-2.30pm AEST | 30-31 August NT Farmers Association is hosting a Northern Australian Food Futures Roadshow in Mareeba, QLD, on 30-31 August. This two-day event will […]

  • Webinar: Blackleg in potatoes

    12pm-1pm AEST | Tuesday 30 August In this PotatoLink webinar,  Dr Len Tesoriero and Dr Nigel Crump, will discuss blackleg in potatoes. Len, a plant pathologist working […]

  • Protected Cropping Grower Day, Virginia, SA

    9.45am-5pm ACST | Thursday 8 September Growers and advisors are invited to attend a protected cropping grower day in the Virginia area of South Australia. Those […]

  • Fair Farms National Conference & Awards

    Opal Cove Resort Opal Blvd, Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia

    Friday 14 October Fair Farms is thrilled to announce its inaugural Fair Farms National Conference & Awards at the Opal Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour, NSW on 14 […]

    $330
  • BGGA’s Innovation Field Day

    Department of Agriculture and Fisheries 45 Warwick Rd, Bowen, QLD, Australia

    Latest technology in horticulture sector to be showcased at North Queensland field day Time: 11am-4pm (AEST) | Friday 4 November Location: Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, […]

    Free
  • Australian Organic Market Report 2023 Launch

    Studio 4 of the W Brisbane Hotel, Brisbane, QLD

    Australian Organic Limited CEO Niki Ford and the AOL Board of Directors would like to invite operators to attend our Australian Organic Market Report 2023 Launch, […]

    $25 – $45
  • Food Safety Trends for fresh produce in 2024

    Webinar

    Please join Deon Mahoney as he provides an update on Food Safety Trends for fresh produce in 2024. Food contamination and foodborne illness continue to have […]

  • 2022/23 Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook Launch

    Online

    The Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook (Handbook) is the leading resource for the nation's horticulture statistics and market information. Inside is the latest production, international trade, processing […]

  • Brisbane: Retail Negotiation Skills Workshops

    TBC

    To expand your skills in managing commercial sales relationships with retailers, AUSVEG is hosting two-day Retail Negotiation Skills Workshops in 2024, in collaboration with NextGen's Neil Rechlin. […]

    $1350
  • Adaptive skills for your farming future – Bolac

    Lake Bolac Football Netball Clubrooms 137 Frontage Rd, Lake Bolac, VIC, Australia

    In good times and in bad: adaptive skills for your farming future. Grain and mixed farmers are invited to a short course for your farm business […]

  • AgVic: ‘Let’s Have a Yarn’

    Newry Hall 139 Main Street, Newry, Australia

    This is a great opportunity to have a chat with other farmers in the area or talk about recovery after the recent floods and storms. Network […]

  • Gulfood 2024

    Dubai World Trade Centre Sheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Gulfood is one of the world’s largest annual food and beverage sourcing events. The trade event hosted more than 5,000 exhibitors from over 125 countries in […]

  • evokeag 2024

    Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Rd, Perth, WA, Australia

    evokeAG. creates one meeting place to see what is happening across agrifood tech in Australia and the world. It increases the capability of the Australian ecosystem by […]

  • Food drying technology short course

    CSIRO'S FOOD INNOVATION CENTRE 671 SNEYDES ROAD, WERRIBEE, VIC, Australia

    Drying is one of the most frequently used operations across the food processing sector and is critical to the safety, quality and functionality of many food […]

  • VIC BioCheers at CSIRO

    CSIRO Clayton Research Way, Clayton, VIC, Australia

    We are excited to bring you the first Victoria networking event of 2024, in partnership with Australia’s national science agency CSIRO. BioCheers brings together AusBiotech members […]

  • AgVic: ‘Let’s Have a Yarn’: Orbost

    Orbost Football Club Lochiel Street, Orbost, VIC, Australia

    This is a great opportunity to have a chat with other farmers in the area or talk about recovery after the recent floods and storms. Network […]

  • HARPS V2 and HACCP Refresher Training

    NT Farmers Conference Room Shop 15A, Coolalinga Shopping Centre, 460 Stuart Highway, Coolalinga, NT, Australia

    A trainer led course covering HARPS V2 requirements HACCP Refresher training meeting HARPS V2 requirements Designed for the fresh produce industry in the NT Certified trainers […]

  • Soil Symposium 2024 Katherine

    Katherine Research Station

    Join Territory Natural Resource Management for a ground-breaking symposium dedicated to unravelling the mysteries of soil! Delve into the crucial topics of soil health and agriculture […]

  • Soil Symposium 2024 Darwin

    CDU Waterfront

    Join Territory Natural Resource Management for a ground-breaking symposium dedicated to unravelling the mysteries of soil! Delve into the crucial topics of soil health and agriculture […]

  • Drought Loan Information Webinar

    Webinar

    Discover how a RIC Drought Loan can assist you and your farm. This free webinar is for: Primary Producers Rural Financial Counsellors Agricultural industry groups About the […]

  • Soil Symposium 2024 Alice Springs

    Springs Desert Park

    Join Territory Natural Resource Management for a ground-breaking symposium dedicated to unravelling the mysteries of soil! Delve into the crucial topics of soil health and agriculture […]

  • ABARES Outlook Conference 2024

    Hyatt Hotel Canberra 120 Commonwealth Ave, Yarralumla, ACT, Australia

    ABARES Outlook Conference is where we come together with ideas and evidence to progress issues that affect the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sector. The redesigned event […]

  • Foodex Japan 2024

    Tokyo Big Sight 3 Chome-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo, Japan

    Foodex Japan is the leading food and beverage tradeshow in Japan, providing business expansion opportunities and solutions for Australian fresh produce exporters. Japan is an important […]

  • Australian Organic Conference 2024

    Pullman Melbourne on the Park 192 Wellington Parade, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia

    Looking to grow your business or learn more about the organic state of play in Australia? 'Our Future: Growing Together' is nearly upon us, with two […]

  • NSW Women in Life Sciences Luncheon 2024

    Doltone House Darling Island Wharf, 48 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont, NSW, Australia

    Innovations in equality: Investing in the future of women in life sciences Doltone House, Darling Island Wharf: Friday, 8 March 2024 The NSW Women in Life […]

  • Resilience in Agriculture Workshop

    The Vista Room 69 Drayton St, Dalby, QLD, Australia

    Join the Queensland Farmers' Federation (QFF) Industry Resilience and Recovery Officer (IRRO) team for a free informative 'Resilience in Agriculture Workshop'. The workshop has been designed to […]

  • Working Lunch: A chat about electricty

    Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre 34 Lake Apex Dr, Gatton, QLD, Australia

    An Interactive presentation to help us all get a better understanding of our energy costs. Come and hear from Andrew Chamberlin from QFF on Electricity Tarriffs and […]

    $15
  • Bundaberg, QLD field event: Sustainable soil management

    South Kolan, Queensland

    Delivered in conjunction with Soil Wealth Integrated Crop Protection, VegNET, and PotatoLink. Join this field event where you will gain insights on how to maximise crop […]

  • Domestic and Export Markets Workshop

    DAF Bowen Research Station 45 Warwick Road, Bowen, QLD, Australia

    This workshop is tailored for growers interested in or currently selling produce through domestic and/or export markets. RSVP before 11 March 2024 by email: admin@bowengumlugrowers.com.au or […]

  • Perth: Retail Negotiation Skills Workshops

    vegetablesWA 702-704 Murray St, Perth, WA, Australia

    To expand your skills in managing commercial sales relationships with retailers, AUSVEG is hosting two-day Retail Negotiation Skills Workshops in 2024, in collaboration with NextGen's Neil Rechlin. […]

    $1350
  • Post flooding to current season pest & disease management in practice

    Local Land Services Demonstration Farm 40 Edwards Road, Richmond Lowlands, NSW, Australia

    NSW vegetable growers and sweet corn field day. Future proofing against weather events: How can monitoring & integrated pest and disease management (IPDM) assist your farm? […]

  • Farming with Floods Workshop

    The Bowl 42 Coronation Dr, Boonah, QLD, Australia

    Join the Queensland Farmers' Federation (QFF) Industry Resilience and Recovery Officer (IRRO) team for a free informative 'Farming with Floods' workshop. The workshop has been designed to […]