Global agtech forum to return in 2026

ASIA Pacific’s leading agrifood innovation event, evokeAG, will return to Melbourne in February 2026, bringing global industry leaders together to explore the future of farming.

The forum will run from February 17 to February 18 at the Melbourne Convention Centre, with more than 2,000 delegates from over 20 countries expected to attend.

Minister for Agriculture Ros Spence said the Victorian government was proud to support the event’s return to the state.

“Research and innovation are central to the success of Victoria’s $20.2 billion agriculture sector, which is underpinned by farmers and a broader industry that embraces new technology.

“We are proud to support the return of this landmark event to Melbourne and to invest in the growth and innovation of Australian agriculture.”

Led by AgriFutures Australia, evokeAG will feature more than 130 speakers, 50 startups and a mix of panel sessions, live demonstrations and interactive workshops.

Victoria is home to 14 agricultural research and development centres and a quarter of Australia’s farm businesses.

It also leads the nation in food and fibre exports, accounting for 27 per cent of the national total, according to the state’s 2023–24 Food and Fibre Export Performance Report.

AgriFutures Australia chair Cathy McGowan said Melbourne was an ideal location for the forum’s return.

“Victoria is home to a vibrant and diverse agrifood sector, world-class agricultural research institutions, and some of the most innovative producers and startups in the country.

“It’s the perfect place to showcase what is possible when agriculture and innovation come together.”

EvokeAG was first held in 2019 and has since brought together more than 8,000 delegates and 1,100 producers from across the globe.

For more information or to register your interest, head to evokeag.com