Fertilizer Australia Conference Melbourne
2025-09-09 08:00 - 2025-09-11 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | South Australia
The Fertilizer Australia Conference 2025 in Melbourne will provide high quality presentations, time for meetings, networking and catching up with old friends.
The morning of Tuesday 9th of September will start off with industry meetings. Conference registration will start from 10am with lunch served at 12noon and the first of two sessions starting at 1.15pm at Pullman Melbourne On The Park. The conference welcome reception will commence at 6.00pm which will be held at Melbourne Museum.
Wednesday 10th of September will be a full day of presentations followed by the conference dinner in the evening at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Join the optional conference tour to The University of Melbourne’s, Smart Fertiliser Hub on Thursday 11th September. A workshop on N Inhibitors will also be part of the conference tour.
A partner registration is also available which includes the welcome reception, pre dinner drinks and the conference dinner.

Nuffield Australia National Conference
2025-09-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Adelaide Oval – William Magarey Room, North Adelaide, South Australia, 5006
The 2025 Nuffield Australia National Conference will be held in Adelaide, South Australia, from 8-10 September, followed by a regional tour on 11-12 September showcasing South Australia’s diverse agricultural industries.
Our National Conference is the highlight of the Nuffield calendar. It serves as the main meeting point for scholars, alumni, investors, and the broader agricultural industry, providing a high-profile platform for the announcement of newly selected 2026 scholars and the public presentation of research findings from returning scholars.
Attendees will:

Hear the announcement of newly selected 2026 scholars
Discover cutting-edge innovations and technologies from returning scholars
Exchange knowledge and information with industry leaders
Network with scholars and agricultural professionals who have been driving change for over 70 years

WHERE AND WHEN?

Monday 8 September: Awards Dinner, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Tuesday 9 September: Conference Day 1, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, and Networking Reception
Wednesday 10 September: Conference Day 2, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Thursday 11 – Friday 12 September: Regional Tour – Exploring South Australian Agriculture

Join us in Adelaide for Australia’s premier agricultural knowledge-sharing event.

AgXchange Australia
2025-09-23 - 2025-09-25 | Gold Coast Convention Centre, 2684-2690 Gold Coast Hwy, Broadbeach, QLD, 4218, Australia
AgXchange Australia is the pre-eminent event for Australia’s agricultural industry, uniting stakeholders from every corner of the supply chain. From farm leaders and agribusiness professionals to policymakers and global experts, this flagship event offers a unique opportunity to collaborate, gain insights, and drive the future of agriculture.
The National Farmers’ Federation’s (NFF) flagship conference is back with a fresh new look and an exciting new location! This year, we’re heading to the Gold Coast for AgXchange Australia, where agriculture’s brightest minds and industry leaders will come together to share insights, spark innovation, and shape the future of Australian farming.

Australian Agricultural Sustainability Exchange
2025-09-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Broadbeach, Queensland, 4218, Australia
The 2025 Australian Agricultural Sustainability Exchange is set for 23 September at the stunning Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, offering a unique opportunity to connect, collaborate and contribute.
Held in partnership with the National Farmers Federation AgXchange Australia (24 – 25 September), the Australian Agricultural Sustainability Exchange will open the week with industry, government, researchers and supply chain leaders sharing insights, ideas and innovations shaping the future of sustainability in agriculture. Designed to drive national collaboration and showcase leading sustainability initiatives across the sector, the Exchange offers a unique platform for stakeholders to connect, share, and shape the future of sustainable food and fibre production.
As sustainability moves from ambition to action across Australian agriculture, the Exchange will provide a platform to explore how the industry can operationalise sustainability through indicators, data governance, materiality insights and collaborative systems. Through panels, interactive sessions and networking, attendees will engage with leading-edge work on market access, ESG reporting, nature-positive agriculture and the frameworks needed to build trust, alignment and resilience across the value chain. The highly popular Sustainability Showcase will also be a highlight of the day.

This is an opportunity to be part of the national conversation driving Australia’s global sustainability leadership in food and fibre production. Tickets are available through the AgXchange website or directly through the booking platform.

Anuga 2025
2025-10-04 09:00 - 2025-10-08 17:00 | Koelnmesse, Fair Grounds, Cologne, Germany
Anuga not only provides a platform for networking but also offers profound insights into the pioneering developments of the industry. The congress and event program present a diverse range of conferences, workshops, experience areas, and speaker sessions. Key industry concerns are addressed, while innovations are showcased and discussed.
In addition to the conferences and workshops, special exhibitions like the Anuga Taste Innovation Show or “Meet more Meatless and Dairy Alternatives” provide fascinating glimpses into sustainable advancements. By incorporating regional, plant-based ingredients, alternative proteins, and more resource-efficient production processes, manufacturers actively contribute to sustainable practices.

NSW Rural Women's Gathering
2025-10-25 09:00 - 17:00 | The Quad, 110 Magellan St, Lismore, NSW, 2480, Australia
The Rural Women’s Gathering has been held annually around different regional and rural towns in NSW for more than 30 years. It’s an opportunity for the host town to showcase the strength of their community, their region, culture, talent and attractions to women who attend from all corners of the state.
Located in the Northern Rivers region, vibrant Lismore will host the 2025 Rural Women’s Gathering.
Woven throughout the 2025 program is the theme Connect to the Heart – celebrating authentic connection, community and the strength of rural women.
Attendees will enjoy an exciting line-up of activities, including a range of enriching workshops, networking opportunities, arts and crafts, cultural experiences, and delicious catering, and will hear from our amazing speakers:

Shanna Whan AM, Founder of Sober in the Country and 2022 Australian Local Hero
Madeleine West, advocate, author and speaker on safety in the digital age
MC: Mel Bampton

The annual Gathering is a fantastic opportunity for women living in regional and remote areas of NSW to come together and connect, celebrate, and learn. You’ll meet new people, gain new skills, visit new places and most of all have a fabulous time.
The 2025 workshop program will include a cacao ceremony, an artificial intelligence (AI) workshop, writing a business plan, a sustainability session, a weaving workshop with Widjabul Wia-bal woman Kylie Caldwell, beading, an ‘80s dance class and a food and nutrition information session.
We’ve also ensured great value for money, with Saturday registration priced at just $85, including three workshops, catering, and access to all keynote speakers.
Whether you’re a seasoned Gathering attendee or joining us for the first time, there will be something for everyone to get involved in at the 2025 Rural Women’s Gathering in beautiful Lismore.
Register Now!

Rural Women’s Award Gala Dinner and National Announcement
2025-10-28 18:00 - 23:00 | The Great Hall, Parliament House, Parliament Dr, Canberra, ACT, 2600, Australia
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Great Hall, Parliament House! Bringing together industry leaders, politicians, change-makers, event partners, sponsors and of course our seven National Finalists and their friends and family, the Rural Women’s Award Gala promises an evening filled with inspiration, recognition, and empowerment. Mark your calendars and get ready for a night to remember!

The National Winner and Runner Up of the 2025 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award will be announced at a Gala Dinner at the Great Hall, Parliament House in Canberra on Tuesday, 28 October 2025. The prestigious event celebrates female-led ingenuity in the regions.
This year’s Rural Women’s Award Gala marks a major milestone; 25 years of spotlighting rural women who are shaping the future of our nation. The black-tie celebration will bring together alumni, government officials, industry leaders, private sector and supporters from across the country for what promises to be a night of inspiration, connection and powerful storytelling. 2024 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award National Winner Tanya Egerton will be the event MC for’ the black-tie evening.
The annual Rural Women’s Award Gala is an opportunity to celebrate the forward-thinking, courageous leaders who come from industries across some of the remote areas of Australia, including each of the State and Territory winners, now National Finalists: Nicole McNaughton (QLD), Carol Mudford (NSW/ACT), Dr Mary Cole (VIC), Sarah de Jonge (TAS), Kelly Johnson (SA), Kristy Hollis (WA) and Isabella Thrupp (NT).

Kimberley Pilbara Cattlemen's Association 2025 Conference, Broome
2025-10-29 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-30 09:00 - 17:00 | Broome, WA, Broome, WA, 6725, Australia
The Kimberley Pilbara Cattlemen’s Association (KPCA) is a non-profit organisation representing the Northern Beef Industry of WA. The KPCA is the peak industry body to address issues affecting pastoralists in the Northern Beef Industry in WA. Its mission is to represent and promote the collective interests of the industry throughout the WA region, extending to policy. The conference is the main event held each year to do this & the program is tailored to reflect the most important issues, both current and long term. An emphasis on interactive sessions will be a focus this year.

Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit
2025-11-04 - 2025-11-06 | Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore, 018956, Singapore
Building Agility and Resilience in Asia’s Food System
The Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit, proud anchor event of Singapore International Agri-Food Week, unites hundreds of international stakeholders across the value chain to build agri-food agility and resilience in Asia-Pacific.
The event brings together 1000 senior decision-makers from agribusinesses, food and ingredients brands, governments, funds, philanthropic organisations – and the most exciting agri-food start-ups from the APAC region and beyond.
As the anchor event of Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW), the summit will transform Marina Bay Sands into a hub for technology discovery, strategic deal-making and C-Suite networking.
A 200-strong speaking faculty will explore the technologies, policies, finance models, and partnerships that are catalysing innovation in farming, food manufacturing, and retail across Asia-Pacific.
See the Full Agenda here.

Calf Alive 2025 Conference - “Feeding the Future: Data-Driven Decisions for Northern Beef Production"
2025-11-04 08:00 - 2025-11-06 17:00 | Longreach Civic & Cultural Centre, 96a Eagle Street, Longreach, Queensland, 4730, Australia
Calf Alive 2025 is for producers, advisors, researchers, and anyone passionate about improving calf survival, maternal nutrition, and the resilience of northern beef systems.
Practical talks, producer case studies, networking opportunities – Calf Alive 2025 is a must-attend event for anyone shaping the future of northern beef.
Producers, researchers, advisors, and industry leaders will share key insights from the Calf Alive project—an ambitious, multi-year initiative focused on improving reproductive performance and calf survival in northern Australian beef herds.
Hear from our international guest, Dr. Allison Meyer (University of Missouri, Columbia), on the impacts of maternal malnutrition on cow and calf outcomes.
Discover the latest findings on nutrition, management, genetics, and environmental strategies that enhance productivity and resilience in extensive systems.
Highlights include the use of over 1,000 GPS collars to monitor cattle behaviour under environmental stress, and cutting-edge research using nitrogen isotopes in tail hair (δ¹⁵N) to identify more efficient breeders early in life.

TropAg International Agriculture Conference 2025
2025-11-11 09:00 - 2025-11-13 17:00 | Royal International Convention Centre, 600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills, QLD, 4006, Australia
The TropAg 2025 program will focus on “Addressing Global Challenges” by featuring leading Australian and international voices who are actively engaged in advancing research and raising awareness of the many challenges in the diverse field of agriculture and food production.
To be held at Brisbane’s Royal International Convention Centre, this is the 5th TropAg Conference. It has developed an internationally recognised brand and frequently attracts participants from over 40 countries. It is an opportunity to engage with leading scientific experts, industry leaders, researchers, producers, and government representatives on topics relevant to subtropical and tropical production systems and innovative food and beverage manufacturing.
Over three days, the program will feature six keynote speakers: Prof Glenn Denning, Dr Carlos Messina, Dr Anita Molesworth, Prof Lindiwe Sibanda, Dr Sean Leighton, and A/Prof Seeseei Molimau Samasoni. In addition, there will be 27 symposium sessions with over 100 speakers, delivered within three themed streams: Future Foods, Growing Agriculture, and Climate + Sustainability.
Early bird registration available until 1 September 2025.
For partnership opportunities and for more information, visit the TropAg website.
View the event flyer (PDF).
View the partnership and exhibition opportunities (PDF).

12th International Herbage Seed Group Conference
2025-11-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
The Tasmanian Seed Industry Group (TSIG) is proud to host the 12th International Herbage Seed Group (IHSG) Conference in Launceston, bringing together leading researchers, producers, and industry professionals from around the globe.
This biennial event is a premier forum for sharing research and innovation in forage and turf seed production. Topics span:

Emerging and alternative seed crops (other than lucerne/alfalfa, ryegrass and white clover).
Seed production in a challenging and changing environment.
Sustainable seed production.
Agronomic advances, innovation and technology.

This biennial conference shares the latest research developments in pasture (herbage) seed research, and is a great chance to meet local and international growers, seed production researchers, agronomists and seed company representatives.
Following the conference, delegates are invited to attend a post-conference tour from 20-22 November 2025, to visit key seed production areas in Southern Mainland Australia.

Insight to Impact: Science for tomorrow's food industry challenges
2025-11-17 09:00 - 2025-11-20 15:00 | CSIRO Werribee, 671 Sneydes Road, Werribeee, VIC, 3030, Australia
The Food Structure, Digestion & Health International Conference 2025 will be held at the CSIRO Food Innovation Centre, Werribee, from 17–20 November 2025.
The 2025 conference will spotlight the latest advances in food structure design, digestive behaviour, the gut microbiome, and emerging innovations such as AI-driven food design and sustainable nutrition policy.
The conference will also emphasise excellent science and highlight the industry relevance for food development and innovation. The presenters are encouraged to submit abstracts that showcase how their science can be applied in the food industry. There will be a lively debate on the balance of processed food and whole food nutrition and AI innovation round table discussions with industry.
The Food Structure, Digestion & Health International Conference brings together professionals from the food industry and world-leading scientists – from disciplines including food science, nutrition, digestive behaviour, sensory science and food engineering. This event promotes a cross-disciplinary approach to food design that improves nutrition, functionality, and consumer health outcomes.

Livestock SA Industry Dinner
2025-11-19 18:30 - 21:00 | Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide, Sa, 5000, Australia
The Annual Livestock Industry Dinner at the Adelaide Convention Centre is a key event for red meat and wool producers, along with industry stakeholders. It’s a chance to reflect on the past year, discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead, and connect with others who share a passion for South Australia’s livestock industries. Enjoy a two-course meal, local wines and hear from guest speakers as we celebrate the strength and resilience of the sector.
Attendance is free for livestock producers thanks to event sponsorship, but spaces are limited.
The dinner is part of a two-day program delivered in collaboration with Meat & Livestock Australia and the University of Adelaide, bringing insights, connection and innovation to South Australian producers.

Biometrics in the Bush Capital
2025-11-24 18:00 - 2025-11-28 15:00 | National Film and Sound Archive of Australia, McCoy Cct, Canberra, Canberra, 2601, Australia
The Australasian Region Biometrics conference is a biannual conference sponsored by the International Biometric Society (Australasian Region).
The conference is a forum for biometricians, statisticians, and those interested in the development and application of statistical and mathematical theory and methods to problems in the biosciences. Open to members and non-members of the society, this conference will enable biometricians to discover new trends, promote discussions for improved analytical practices, and inspire innovation through the cross-pollination of ideas across diverse bioscience fields.
Attendees will gain from networking opportunities, fostering partnerships that could lead to innovative solutions and advanced analytical techniques applicable to the grains sector. There are opportunities to upskill, including in complex modelling and analysis of data by leading experts.
Further details about the pre-conference workshops and conference can be found at https://biometricsociety.org.au/conference2025/.

LIVEXchange 2025
2025-11-26 09:00 - 2025-11-27 17:00 | OPTUS STADIUM, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Australia’s premier livestock export conference will be held on 26-27 November 2025 at Optus Stadium, Perth. LIVEXchange is a joint venture between the Australian Livestock Export Corporation (LiveCorp) and the Australian Livestock Exporters’ Council (ALEC). The host chapter for 2025 is the WA Livestock Exporters’ Association (WALEA).
Around 400 delegates are expected from across cattle, sheep and goat supply chains, including livestock exporters, farmers, suppliers and service providers from all over Australia as well as importers and other international delegates.
The conference includes two days of informative, thought-provoking and inspiring speakers along with trade stands and several social events to provide plenty of networking opportunities.

30 Years of APSIM - Networking Event
2025-12-01 17:00 - 20:00 | The Jade, 160 Flinders St, Adelaide, South Australia, 5000, Australia
Join us in celebrating 30 years of APSIM, a globally recognised platform for agricultural systems modelling. This special networking evening brings together researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and partners who have contributed to APSIM’s journey and impact across science, farming, and innovation.
The event is an opportunity to:

Reflect on APSIM’s evolution and achievements over the past three decades.
Connect with colleagues, collaborators, and the wider APSIM community.
Explore how APSIM continues to shape the future of sustainable agriculture and food systems.

Light refreshments will be provided.
Registrations are free but essential, with limited places available. Please RSVP to secure your spot.

70th Annual Conference of the Australasian Agricultural & Resource Economics Society
2026-02-09 - 2026-02-13 | Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide, Sa, 5000, Australia
The Australasian Agricultural & Resource Economics Society (AARES) is the pre-eminent organisation promoting applied economics research and policy engagement in agricultural and resources industries including, agribusiness, food systems, and the environment. AARES has more than 450 members, and branches across Australia, in New Zealand, East Asia and North America. Its journal, the Australian Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics (AJARE) publishes original, high-quality, and interdisciplinary research and policy analysis pertaining to agriculture, the environment, and natural resources.
The annual conference is the flagship event of AARES society. The conference is an opportunity for researchers, industry, and policy makers to connect and contribute to future developments in this disciplinary area. Building on the excellent track record of past AARES Annual Conferences, we anticipate attracting over 400 delegates to the AARES 2026 Conference.
The conference aims to:

contribute to the debate and development of ideas and expertise to address the conference theme;
create an environment in which economists and industry stakeholders can share knowledge and test ideas;
provide training and mentoring, particularly for early career researchers and professionals; and
support networking and collaboration both across and within industry, policy, and academic cohorts of the applied economics profession.

Australian Dairy Conference
2026-02-11 - 2026-02-13 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, VIC, 3006, Australia
ADC is an event for farmers, by farmers.
ADC 2026 is scheduled for 11-13 February 2026 in Melbourne at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Created by a group of pioneering farmers as a forum to push boundaries and dairy thinking, ADC has evolved into Australia’s premier dairy event.
Held every February, ADC has established itself as the leading national dairy forum in Australia looking at the industry holistically and focusing on the bigger picture issues.
Strong global links and collaboration ensures delivery of a thought-provoking and challenging program designed to explore new frontiers and motivate Australian dairy farmers to think beyond the farm-gate.
ADC is a volunteer driven not-for-profit organisation, governed by a farmer-led Board with several skill-based Directors each of whom is dedicated to using ADC to break through traditional state and industry sector boundaries.
Unique in its approach, the ADC Board appoints a new farmer-based Programming Committee for each Conference, ensuring a new injection of ideas and people to create and set the agenda for discussion.
ADC takes its national agenda and hosts the event in regions and cities around Australia.

Victorian Agritech Meetup - evokeAG Preparation
2026-02-11 17:30 - 20:00 | The Commons QV, 3 Albert Coates Lane, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
In the lead-up to evokeAG and the Climate Investor Forum
Join us for a focused evening bringing Melbourne’s agritech community together ahead of a major week for the sector.
With evokeAG and the Climate Investor Forum both taking place in Melbourne, this meetup is about getting clear before things get busy – sharpening how you talk about your work, clarifying what you want to achieve, and making more purposeful connections.
Event Schedule:
5:30 PM – Arrival & Networking
5:55 PM – Welcome with Australian Agritech Association
6:00 PM – Rapid Insights
6:10 PM – Interactive Activity
6:30 PM – Networking
8:00 PM – Close

evokeAG. 2026 Melbourne
2026-02-17 - 2026-02-18 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, VIC, 3006, Australia
AgriFutures evokeAG. is Asia Pacific’s annual showcase of bold ideas, groundbreaking innovations and disruptive science driving agriculture towards a better future. Entering its sixth year, evokeAG. continues to facilitate investment, nurture innovation and create impact, which is reflected in its new evergreen tagline: Invest. Innovate. Impact. Since its inception in 2019, evokeAG. has brought together over 8,100 delegates, 391 investors, 577 speakers, and 1,122 primary producers to drive agriculture towards a better future.
Invest. Innovate. Impact.

Foundation Farm Field Days
2026-02-17 08:30 - 2026-02-19 12:00 | Pacific Seeds Foundation Farm, Warwick Allora Road, Allora, QLD, 4362, Australia
Join us at the 2026 Foundation Farm field days in Allora for three days of farm innovation, displays, field walks and demonstrations.

Pacific Seeds is committed to innovation and seeing growers’ full farming potential realised. In 2021 Foundation Farm was established, a farming innovation hub driving new systems, practical research and approaches for farm efficiency, sustainability and ultimately profit for Australia’s agricultural industry.
Join us for our 2026 Foundation Farm field days for an exciting new program of guest speakers, field walks, machinery demonstrations, research updates and much more including:

360 RAIN autonomous robotic irrigation system demonstrations
Green on Green Sprayer demonstrations
Industry panel discussion
Precision Soil Lab
Growing quality corn silage plus corn hybrid updates
Grain Sorghum hybrid and density updates
Future of grain sorghum silage
New herbicides for improved sorghum and corn performance
Improvements in managing and drying grain

Big City BBQ
2026-02-17 18:00 - 22:00 | Boat Builders Yard, 23 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf, Victoria, 3006, Australia
The Big City BBQ has no presentations, panels or formal program.
Just good food, good company and meaningful connection.
Agriculture is built on relationships – but too often we only connect in formal or transactional settings.
The Big City BBQ is a chance to step away from schedules and enjoy a genuine social setting and be part of growing the community of Australian agriculture.
Take the opportunity to connect with people from across farming, industry, government and research, and meet the creators, communicators and decision-makers shaping ag conversations.
Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with food and drinks included.

Hosted by Gillian Fennell, Storytelling & Strategy Specialist at Farm Table, this event is designed to create space for the kinds of conversations that don’t always fit into conference sessions – relaxed, honest and grounded in shared experience.
Good food, good company and meaningful connection.

EPAC2026 – Advancing Sustainability in Agriculture – Melbourne
2026-02-19 09:00 - 2026-02-20 17:00 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, VIC, 3006, Australia
EPAC 2026 – Advancing Sustainability in Agriculture: Enabling Precision Application of Crop Protection Products by Inclusion in Regulatory Approaches is a major international conference hosted by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA), sponsored by the OECD Co-operative Research Programme.
Taking place at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre on 19–20 February 2026, immediately following evokeAG, the event brings together regulators, researchers, engineers, growers, and technology leaders to explore new precision application technologies.
Day 1 will feature expert presentations from regulatory bodies across the US, EU, UK and Australia, while Day 2 is structured as a hands-on workshop, focusing on topics such as risk assessment, label terminology, and regulatory exposure. The conference aims to develop actionable recommendations for the OECD to help shape the future regulation of precise crop protection application.

VFF Grains Conference
2026-02-22 - 2026-02-23 | The Sebel Yarrawonga, 40 Silverwoods Blvd, Yarrawonga, Victoria, 3730
With the theme Farming Smarter for the Future, this year’s conference brings together an impressive roster of speakers you simply can’t miss. They’ll dive into some of the most relevant and forward-looking topics in agriculture, including gene editing and plant breeding to develop better varieties, the power of AI to drive smarter farming, and essential market updates covering inputs and supply chains. Each session is designed to help growers and graziers achieve better outcomes, offering insights that will elevate how you operate and deepen your understanding of an ever-evolving world.
Building on the success of previous grain conferences, the networking dinner promises to be a standout highlight.
This year’s event is shaping up to be one of the strongest yet for the grains sector. Don’t miss out!
Sunday 22 February 2026: Welcome Function

Location: Cumberoona Paddle Steamer
Time: 5:30PM – 7PM

Monday 23 February 2026: Conference + Networking Dinner

Location: The Sebel Yarrawonga
Time: 8:30AM Registration for a 9AM start. 5PM conference close. Dinner starts at 6:30PM.

Dress: Smart Casual

Harvest Her Power
2026-02-23 - 2026-02-24 | Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Obley Rd, Dubbo, NSW, 2830, Australia
Join the team at Harvest Her Power for a transformative experience at the breathtaking Taronga Western Plains Zoo on February 23- 24th 2026.
This two-day event is designed to empower and uplift the incredible women who are the backbone of Australian family farming operations. Through workshops, panels, and networking opportunities, we focus on personal development, resilience, and practical support for rural women.
This conference is unlike any other—it’s about you, not just the farm business. It’s about your journey, empowerment, and finding your footing. No more staying silent or learning in isolation; this is a space to connect, grow, and thrive together.

New Frontiers Grainstorming – Bendigo
2026-02-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Quality Hotel Lakeside, 286 Napier Street, Bendigo, VIC, 3550, Australia
Leading Australian grain growers and advisers are invited to a free GRDC New Frontiers Grainstorming dinner to share innovative, new ideas for ground-breaking, blue-sky research that will make a difference on-farm. If you have an idea or suggestion, please join us. We need the knowledge and expertise of thought leading growers and advisers to ensure new investments by GRDC reflect what the industry needs now and into the future.
Please register your interest and our event facilitator, DemocracyCo, will contact you soon to confirm your attendance.

ABARES Conference 2026
2026-03-03 - 2026-03-04 | Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton, ACT, 2600, Australia
ABARES OUTLOOK 2026
Reset. Rethink. Regrow.
The ABARES Outlook 2026 conference will deliver up-to-date commodity data, forecasts and analysis to industry, government and other stakeholders across agriculture, fisheries and forestry.
With the theme Reset. Rethink. Regrow: Cultivating tomorrow’s opportunities, the conference will explore growth opportunities in productivity, food security, land and sea use, trade, agri-competition policy, climate and sustainability, and data, technology and innovation.
ABARES Outlook 2026 will provide delegates with a platform to engage through thought-provoking discussions and the opportunity to contribute to building a sustainable and competitive agricultural sector all while expanding your professional network.
ABARES Outlook 2026 will be held over two days with two ways to participate – both experiences feature a dynamic program with influential speakers and panellists from industry and government. A mix of sessions will keep delegates engaged including keynote presentations, fireside chats, panels, and a debate on day two.
