See us at Upcoming Events!
Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Convention
Come and see us at booth 1121!
The Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Convention is an annual gathering of horticultural fruit and vegetable producers, from across Ontario, Canada and the United States. The 2-day convention utilizes over 300,000 square feet of exhibit and meeting space at the state-of-the-art Niagara Falls Convention Centre in Niagara Falls, Ontario, and features a great lineup of horticultural experts, topical educational sessions, trade show exhibitors and great networking opportunities.
Niagara Falls Convention Centre
6815 Stanley Avenue
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3Y9
905-357-6222
https://www.ofvc.ca/index.html
Day 1 | 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Day 2 | 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
London Farm Show
Find us at booth TBD!
For over 80 years the London Farm Show at Western Fair District has been a place to see friends, neighbours and industry experts. Connect with suppliers, interact with 370+ exhibitors while gaining knowledge on the latest innovations and technologies to keep your farm growing.
The show is located between the Western Fair District Agriplex at 845 Florence Street London, and the BMO Centre at 295 Rectory Street London. It is a approximately a 2 minute walk between these buildings.
Wednesday March 5, 2025 9 AM – 5 PM
Thursday March 6, 2025 9 AM – 5 PM
Friday March 7, 2025 9 AM – 4 PM
Ottawa Valley Farm Show
Visit us in Innovation Alley!
The 2024 show theme is “Driving Progress in AG”. OVFS features exhibitors presenting the latest in agricultural technology, equipment and information, and hosts farm community visitors looking to enhance their agricultural businesses. Be sure to visit the Court Honour to view the showcase of winning entries of the Ottawa Valley Championship Seed, Feed and Forage Show. The seed show, since 1927, is the root of our organization.
March 11: 9am-5pm
March 12: 9am-7pm
March 13: 9am - 4pm
Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Course
2024 registration will open in October. To be added to the pre-registration list please contact Dr. Fadi Al-Daoud or Cara McCreary (emails below).
Dr. Fadi Al-Daoud, Greenhouse Vegetable Specialist, OMAFA, email: fadi.al-daoud@ontario.ca
Cara McCreary, Greenhouse Vegetable IPM Specialist, OMAFA, email: cara.mccreary@ontario.ca
This course is offered by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA). It includes 5 days of lectures and workshops organized by OMAFA’s greenhouse vegetable specialists, in collaboration with researchers at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Harrow Research and Development Centre. It provides an overview of greenhouse vegetable production and integrated pest management (IPM) in Ontario for new entrants into the greenhouse sector, and up-to-date scientific information for more experienced members of Ontario’s greenhouse vegetable sector. Registrants typically include greenhouse and vertical farm producers, researchers, and industry.
Last week of November (to be confirmed for 2024)
Three days of online lectures via Zoom and two days of in-person workshops.
Online Lectures: (Monday – Wednesday, 9:00 am-4:30 pm) Two lectures in the morning and two lectures in the afternoon with an one-hour break for lunch.
In-Person Workshops: IPM workshop on Thursday in Leamington, Ontario. Production workshop on Friday in Harrow, Ontario.
~$150 CAN ($132.74 + 13% HST) (to be confirmed for 2024)
Ontario Pest Management Conference
Time & Location
Nov 07, 2024, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Victoria Park East Golf Club, 1096 Victoria Rd S, Puslinch, ON N0B 2J0, Canada
About the event
From Theory to Practice: Innovation in IPM
Plenary Speakers
Dr Quinten Geissmann (Assistant Professor, Aarhus University, Denmark)
"Computer Vision & Deep-Learning for Insect Monitoring"
Aimee Hurt (Co-Founder, Working Dogs for Conservation, Montana)
"Using Detection Dogs in Pest Management"
Kristen Obeid (Weed Specialist, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food & Agribusiness)
"AI, Automation and Robotics to Control Weeds"
Early registration rate (includes lunch) opens September 1, 2024 and closes November 3, 2024. Regular rate available online until day of conference.
Regular (Early Rate): $90.00
Regular: $110.00
Student (Early Rate): $40.00
Student: $60.00
Student Competitions:
CropLife Canada - Ontario Region graduate student poster and paper competition
Dr. C.R. Harris undergraduate student poster competition
Crop Protection Industry Updates
https://www.ontariopmc.ca/event-details-registration/2024-ontario-pest-management-conference
Agriculture Enlightened
Join us in Winnipeg, Manitoba for Agriculture Enlightened 2024 as we dive into this year's theme, Unlocking Canada's Innovation and Productivity Paradigm.
For our fifth annual conference, we will engage with diverse perspectives on productivity along the agriculture value chain, explore innovation taking place across Canada's smart farm network, and discuss how to responsibly use data and digital tools on farms.
We look forward to seeing you on November 7! We encourage you to watch and share our Agriculture Enlightened promotional video on LinkedIn and X.
THRIVE Global Impact Summit
https://thriveagrifood.com/global-impact-summit/
THRIVE GLOBAL IMPACT SUMMIT
November 6 & 7, 2024
Marriott, Santa Clara, CA
Amidst the heightened urgency of the climate crisis, it is becoming increasingly clear that disruptive innovation holds the key to forging a future that’s sustainable, prosperous, inclusive, healthy, and equitable for all.
Mark your calendars for November 6th and 7th for our 2024 THRIVE Global Impact Summit.
We’ll gather in the vibrant hub of Silicon Valley for this ground-breaking event alongside forward-thinking visionaries, entrepreneurs, investors, and influential leaders from the realms of agriculture and food technology.
The THRIVE Global Impact Summit provides the platform to delve into innovative solutions and ignite transformative shifts within these sectors. Join us in shaping a sustainable future and embracing consequential innovation.
November 6th: Pre-summit Networking Reception, 6:00pm – 8:00pm (Orchard Bar, Marriott Santa Clara)
November 7th: Global Impact Summit, 9:00am – 7:30pm (Marriott Santa Clara)
CAAIN Networking Reception
CAAIN is pleased to invite you to attend a networking event taking place in Winnipeg in early November.
This reception is a unique opportunity for professionals in the agricultural technology industry to connect with industry leaders, innovators, and investors who are shaping the future of agriculture in Canada.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Little Brown Jug Brewing Co., 336 William Avenue, Winnipeg (12 min walk from the Fairmont with ample street parking)
Dress Code: Business Casual
Complimentary refreshments and appies
We hope that you can join us for an evening of insightful conversations and meaningful connections as we explore the possibilities that lie ahead for our industry.
Please RSVP by October 31, 2024, to secure your spot. For more information and to register, visit our event page here.
RoboBusiness
October 16-17, 2024. Santa Clara Convention Center. Santa Clara, California. https://www.robobusiness.com/
EcoRobotix Demo Day
Ontario Crops Research Station Bradford Demo Day, EcoRobotix ARA Precision Sprayer Demo – October 8, 10:30am-1:30pm - 1125 Woodchoppers Lane, King, Ontario, L7B 0E9
International Plowing Match & Rural Expo
2024 International Plowing Match & Rural Expo
Tuesday, October 1 to Saturday, October 5
8:30 am to 5 pm.
Lindsay Fairgrounds, 354 Angeline St S, Lindsay, ON, K9V 4R2
https://www.plowingmatch.org/ipm2024/
GCXpo 2024: An Epic Canadian Smart Mobility Demonstration Day
Ottawa, Ontario. https://areaxo.com/gcxpo/
Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe
Bringing together key leaders from across the food and textiles industries, the Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe aims to accelerate the transition to regenerative practices. Spanning interactive workshops, expert-led panel discussions, and dedicated 1-2-1 networking sessions, the summit is calling on agtech startups to apply for its Innovation Showcase pitching session.
The Innovation Showcase presents startups with a valuable platform to pitch their solutions to over 550 industry experts at this year’s Summit in Amsterdam (3-5 September 2024). This is a free-to-apply opportunity and the deadline to apply is Friday, 26 July.
Grape Grower Demo Day
Cave Spring Vineyard, 3949 Quarry Road, Beamsville, ON
To register, email info@grapegrowersofontario.com before August 2
9am - Under Vine Mower Demo
10am - What Lies Beneath: Under Vine Cover Crops
10:15am - Vineyard Robotics management
11:15am - Update on Research in Yield Prediction in Grapes
11:30am - Travel to Home Farm
11:45am - Application of Novel technologies to Assess Grape Maturity and Vine health
12:05pm - What’s Shakin? Using a grape Harvester to Reduce Botrytis Bunch Rot
12:25pm - Sponsored Lunch
12:40pm - Soil Health Benchmarking in Ontario
12:55pm - Chemical Update
Applied Research Student Projects Showcase
The showcase features innovative projects done by AC learners and faculty, in collaboration with industry, government, and community partners. It provides valuable insights into the current state of innovation at Algonquin College, demonstrating our commitment to driving positive change within our community.
1385 Woodroffe Avenue Ottawa, ON K2G 1V8
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/applied-research-student-project-showcase-tickets-728980278637?aff=oddtdtcreator
Should you have any questions or require further information, please reach out to elievents@algonquincollege.com
Manitoba 4R Day at EMILI Innovation Farm
Join us at Innovation Farms on August 1, 2024 for Manitoba 4R Day to learn how 4R principles can drive sustainable solutions.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/manitoba-4r-day-tickets-908491922797
The Robotics Applications Conference
Find details about this virtual conference here!
https://www.robotics247.com/event?oly_enc_id=2904E7433978G2G
International Symposium on Robotics & Automation
Monday, 22 July 2024 in Manhattan, KS, USA, in conjunction with the 16th International Conference on Precision Agriculture. ispag.org/Events/R_A_Symposium
Demonstration – Production of above-ground strawberries on a table
Lac-des-Ecorces, Quebec
Come learn how to produce table-top soilless strawberries during our in-person demonstration!
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/demonstration-production-de-fraises-hors-sol-sur-table-tickets-927885419267?aff=oddtdtcreator
AgRobotics Working Group Demo Day - Simcoe Station
Please join the AgRobotics Working Group for a day of in-field demonstrations!
Please arrive at 9am -demonstrations will begin at 9:30.
Agenda to come shortly!
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/agrobotics-demo-day-at-simcoe-research-station-tickets-918884376907?aff=oddtdtcreator
Canadian Society for Bioengineering Annual Meeting
Multiple Locations, Winnipeg, Manitoba
https://csbe-scgab.ca/winnipeg2024-program
https://www.conftool.com/csbe-scgab2024/sessions.php
AgRobotics Working Group Demo Day - Muck Station
Please join the AgRobotics Working Group for in-field demonstrations!
Start: Please arrive at 9am, demonstrations will begin at 9:30am.
-Ontario Crops Research Centre - Bradford. Picketa Demo. 1125 Woodchoppers Ln, Kettleby, ON, L0G 1J0
-Drive to Nexus Lettuce Demo
-Drive to off station site for Orio Demo with carrots and beets
-Drive to Smith Gardens in Keswick Marsh. 22653 Yonge St, Queensville, ON L0G 1R0
-Lunch, followed by Farm Droid Demo
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/agrobotics-demo-day-at-the-muck-station-tickets-915427908517?aff=oddtdtcreator
OMAFRA Research In Action Webinar Series
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84904649896
Passcode: research
Ontario Agri-Tech Pitch Competition
https://www.uoguelph.ca/research/innovation/programs-and-events/ontario-agritech-pitch-competition/
LRIC AGM and Annual Symposium
Registration and Agenda available shortly.
https://www.livestockresearch.ca/event/lric_agm_and_annual_symposium
Agri-Food Challenge Information Session
Join the Critical Industrial Technologies (CIT) team to explore the Agri-Food industry challenge statement under the new Sector Adoption Program. With up to $1 million available to support innovative solutions, this is a session you don't want to miss!
Register Here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/0cd1f6ef-1e16-49b2-a5d9-275fea503258@11eccf07-bfca-427e-aab9-cb6d5987d84e
New York State Organics Summit
The 10th annual NYS Organics Summit will be held April 16-18, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel and Conference Center in Buffalo, NY. The 2024 summit will include two full days of programming (April 16-17) and a half-day of local facility tours and equipment demonstrations (April 18). The annual summit is an opportunity to connect with more than 200 organics professionals and local leaders to share success stories, learn about emerging issues, develop networks and partnerships, and discuss creative solutions to help advance sustainable organics management across NYS.
Ottawa Farm Show
The Ottawa Valley Farm Show welcomes thousands of visitors each year. Make the most of your visit by exploring this year’s features!
London Farm Show
The London Farm Show has been a part of Ontario’s history since before the Second World War and has made its mark as a place to congregate, socialize and dream about the latest equipment and innovations. The 2024 show continues to provide premium exhibitors and big brand equipment, along with innovative content like last year’s first agribotics exhibit, something not imagined when the show first began in 1938. The show emphasizes agricultural technology, education, and farm improvement, and welcomes approximately 15,000 attendees to explore over 320 exhibitors offering hundreds of products/services, and hands-on equipment demonstrations in preparation for the Ontario farming season.