Explore 50+ of Australia’s Top Ag Events in 2025

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May 1, 2025

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May 1, 2025

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Australia’s agricultural calendar is packed with incredible events that bring together farmers, suppliers, researchers, and innovators from every corner of the industry. From major field days to specialist conferences, these gatherings are where ideas are shared, networks are built, and the future of farming is shaped.

At LocalAg, we love being part of these conversations. While we won’t be at every event listed here, you’ll find us at quite a few throughout the year—either attending, speaking, or just catching up with partners in the industry. If you’re planning to head along to one and want to connect, get in touch.

Take a look at some of the big dates on the Australian ag calendar.

 

January Events

 

International Dairy Week (IDW)

📅 17–22 January 2026 | 📍 Tatura, VIC | 🔗 Website

The largest annual dairy event in the Southern Hemisphere, featuring competitions, genetics, and trade exhibitions.

 

February Events

 

Australian Dairy Conference

📅 February 2026 | 📍 Melbourne, VIC | 🔗 Website

An annual conference exploring sustainability, technology, and challenges facing the Australian dairy sector.

 

March Events

 

Wimmera Field Days

📅 4-6 March | 📍 Longerenong, VIC | 🔗 Website
A premier event for broadacre farmers, Wimmera Field Days showcases the latest in cropping, livestock, and machinery technology.

South East Field Days

📅 21-22 March | 📍 Lucindale, SA | 🔗 Website
A huge agricultural expo featuring machinery, technology, livestock demonstrations, and networking opportunities.

Australian Association of Ruminant Nutrition Conference

📅 27-29 March | 📍 Brisbane, QLD | 🔗 Website
This specialised conference brings together experts in livestock nutrition, focusing on advancements in feeding strategies and sustainability.

Farm World

📅 27-29 March | 📍 Lardner, VIC | 🔗 Website
One of Victoria’s biggest ag events, featuring machinery, livestock, and agribusiness solutions.

 

April Events

 

Australian Wagyu Conference

📅 9-11 April | 📍 Perth, WA | 🔗 Website
A key event for Wagyu producers, covering genetics, sustainability, and market trends.

East Gippsland Field Days

📅 11-12 April | 📍 Bairnsdale, VIC | 🔗 Website
Showcasing local farming innovation, technology, and services for the East Gippsland farming community.

Sydney Royal Easter Show

📅 11-22 April | 📍 Sydney, NSW | 🔗 Website
Australia’s largest annual event celebrating agriculture, livestock, and rural culture, with competitions, exhibitions, and entertainment.

 

May Events

 

AngusTrek

📅 29 April – 6 May | 📍 Sydney, NSW | 🔗 Website
A key networking event for Angus cattle breeders and industry experts.

Agfest

📅 1-3 May | 📍 Carrick, TAS | 🔗 Website
One of Tasmania’s biggest field days, showcasing local and national agricultural innovations.

Tocal Field Days

📅 2-4 May | 📍 Hunter Valley, NSW | 🔗 Website
A leading agricultural event with a focus on sustainable farming and innovation.

AgFair

📅 3-4 May | 📍 Broken Hill, NSW | 🔗 Website

A biannual field day bringing together rural industries, agribusiness, and regional communities.

AngusEXPO

📅 3-4 May | 📍 Tamworth, NSW | 🔗 Website

A key event in the World Angus Forum series, featuring genetics, breeding, and networking.

World Angus Forum

📅 7-8 May | 📍 Brisbane, QLD | 🔗 Website

A global gathering of Angus cattle experts, breeders, and stakeholders.

WAF Post Tour

📅 9-16 May | 📍 QLD | 🔗 Website

An opportunity for industry professionals to explore leading Angus operations in Australia.

Roma Show

📅 8-10 May | 📍 Bassett Park, QLD | 🔗 Website

A regional agricultural show featuring livestock competitions, trade exhibits, and entertainment.

AMN Conference

📅 13-14 May | 📍 Melbourne, VIC

A key conference for professionals in agribusiness, technology, and research.

PrimEx Field Days

📅 15-17 May | 📍 Casino, NSW | 🔗 Website
A major field day showcasing technology and agribusiness solutions.

Mildura Field Days

📅 16-17 May | 📍 Mildura, VIC | 🔗 Website
Bringing together growers, suppliers, and industry professionals for a key regional ag event.

BiiG Innovation for Impact Festival

📅 28-30 May | 📍 Brisbane, QLD 

An event focused on the future of agribusiness, technology, and sustainability.

Future Labs Conference

📅 28-30 May | 📍 Sydney, NSW

Exploring the latest in agtech, data science, and agricultural innovation.

Rotary FNQ Field Days

📅 28-30 May | 📍 Mareeba, QLD | 🔗 Website

One of North Queensland’s largest agricultural events, supporting local and national agribusinesses.

 

June Events

 

Casino Beef Week

📅 24 May – 1 June | 📍 Casino, NSW | 🔗 Website
Celebrating Australia’s beef industry with parades, trade stalls, and educational sessions.

FarmFest

📅 3-5 June | 📍 Toowoomba, QLD | 🔗 Website
A key agribusiness and machinery showcase in regional Queensland.

Hort Connections

📅 3-5 June | 📍 Melbourne, VIC

A major networking event for Australia’s horticulture sector, bringing together growers, suppliers, and researchers.

Aust Grain Storage & Protection Conference

📅 4-5 June | 📍 Melbourne, VIC

Focused on grain storage, biosecurity, and best practices for preserving grain quality.

 

July Events

 

Australian Sheep and Wool Show

📅 18-20 July | 📍 Bendigo, VIC | 🔗 Website

The biggest sheep and wool industry event in the Southern Hemisphere.

AFIA National Fodder Conference

📅 22-24 July | 📍 Gold Coast, QLD

A key event for fodder industry professionals, focusing on production, storage, and feed quality.

Mallee Machinery Days

📅 30-31 July

A must-attend for machinery and farming technology enthusiasts.

Accreditation Matters NATA Conference

📅 30-31 July

Covering accreditation standards and quality assurance for Australian industries.

Australian Grains Industry Conference

📅 31 July – 1 Aug | 📍 Melbourne, VIC | 🔗 Website

A key event for grain market analysis, trade updates, and networking opportunities.

 

August Events

 

Nyngan Ag Expo

📅 2 August | 📍 Nyngan, NSW | 🔗 Website

A regional event showcasing farm equipment, technology, and livestock.

Sheepvention

📅 3-4 August | 📍 Hamilton, VIC | 🔗 Website

A major event for sheep farmers featuring genetics, breeding, and innovation.

Mallee Machinery Field Days

📅 6-7 August | 📍 Speed, VIC | 🔗 Website

A machinery-focused event featuring the latest in ag technology.

Royal QLD Show (Ekka)

📅 9-17 August | 📍 Brisbane, QLD | 🔗 Website

Queensland’s largest agricultural show featuring competitions, livestock, and entertainment.

Eyre Peninsula Field Days

📅 13-15 August | 📍 Cleve, SA | 🔗 Website

A premier showcase of agribusiness innovation in South Australia.

AgQuip

📅 19-21 August | 📍 Gunnedah, NSW | 🔗 Website
Australia’s largest field day, showcasing farm machinery, livestock, and ag technology.

Dowerin Machinery Field Days

📅 27-28 August | 📍 Dowerin, WA | 🔗 Website

A leading field day for Western Australian agriculture.

 

September Events

 

Newdegate Machinery Field Days

📅 3-4 September | 📍 Newdegate, WA | 🔗 Website

A premier agricultural event in Western Australia, showcasing the latest in farm machinery and rural technology.

Riverlands Field Days

📅 12-13 September | 📍 Barmera, SA | 🔗 Website

A major regional field day focused on horticulture, viticulture, and farm innovations.

Henty Machinery Field Days

📅 23-25 September | 📍 Henty, NSW | 🔗 Website
A must-attend event for anyone in the broadacre and mixed farming industries.

 

October Events

 

QLD Agforce Industry Conference

📅 1-2 October | 📍 Brisbane, QLD | 🔗 Website

A key conference bringing together industry leaders to discuss Queensland’s agricultural future.

Elmore Field Days

📅 7-9 October | 📍 Elmore, VIC | 🔗 Website
A major agricultural showcase covering farm machinery, livestock, and industry advancements.

Murrumbateman Field Days

📅 18-19 October | 📍 Murrumbateman, NSW | 🔗 Website

A leading field day in NSW showcasing farm equipment, local produce, and rural lifestyle innovations.

Australian National Field Days

📅 23-25 October | 📍 Orange, NSW | 🔗 Website
One of Australia’s longest-running field days, focusing on new technology, machinery, and innovation.

Australian National Field Days

📅 23-25 October | 📍 Orange, NSW | 🔗 Website

One of Australia’s longest-running field days, focusing on new technology, machinery, and innovation.

2025 Rural Women’s Gathering

📅 25 October | 📍 Lismore, NSW | 🔗 Website

A celebration of women in agriculture and rural communities, featuring workshops, networking, and speakers.

Kimberley Pilbara Cattlemen’s Association Conference

📅 29-30 October | 📍 Broome, WA | 🔗 Website

A key event for northern cattle producers, covering industry trends and regional agribusiness challenges.

Digital Agrifood Summit

📅 29-31 October | 📍 Wagga Wagga, NSW | 🔗 Website

Exploring the latest in digital transformation and agtech solutions for the agrifood industry.

 

Rotating and Biennial Industry Events

 

Beef Australia 2027

📅 May 2027 (exact dates TBC) | 📍 Rockhampton, QLD | 🔗 Website

A triennial event showcasing all facets of the beef industry, from production to export.

LambEx 2026

📅 8–10 July 2026 | 📍 Adelaide, SA | 🔗 Website

A biennial event celebrating innovation in lamb production, marketing, and processing.

BeefEx 2026

📅 22–24 September 2026 | 📍 Gold Coast, QLD | 🔗 Website

Held biennially, this conference focuses on the grain-fed beef industry, bringing together feedlot operators, suppliers, and experts.

Equitana Melbourne

📅 November 2026 | 📍 Melbourne, VIC | 🔗 Website

A biennial equestrian event showcasing competitions, education, and the latest in equine products and services.

 

See You on the Road!

If you’re attending any of these events, don’t forget to look out for us and say hello! If you see us around, come have a chat with the LocalAg team about how we’re changing the way farmers connect, buy, and sell online.

We’ll keep updating this calendar, so stay tuned for more events. See you out in the field!