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.
📅 17–22 January 2026 | 📍 Tatura, VIC | 🔗 Website
The largest annual dairy event in the Southern Hemisphere, featuring competitions, genetics, and trade exhibitions.
📅 February 2026 | 📍 Melbourne, VIC | 🔗 Website
An annual conference exploring sustainability, technology, and challenges facing the Australian dairy sector.
📅 4-6 March | 📍 Longerenong, VIC | 🔗 Website
A premier event for broadacre farmers, Wimmera Field Days showcases the latest in cropping, livestock, and machinery technology.
📅 21-22 March | 📍 Lucindale, SA | 🔗 Website
A huge agricultural expo featuring machinery, technology, livestock demonstrations, and networking opportunities.
📅 27-29 March | 📍 Brisbane, QLD | 🔗 Website
This specialised conference brings together experts in livestock nutrition, focusing on advancements in feeding strategies and sustainability.
📅 27-29 March | 📍 Lardner, VIC | 🔗 Website
One of Victoria’s biggest ag events, featuring machinery, livestock, and agribusiness solutions.
📅 9-11 April | 📍 Perth, WA | 🔗 Website
A key event for Wagyu producers, covering genetics, sustainability, and market trends.
📅 11-12 April | 📍 Bairnsdale, VIC | 🔗 Website
Showcasing local farming innovation, technology, and services for the East Gippsland farming community.
📅 11-22 April | 📍 Sydney, NSW | 🔗 Website
Australia’s largest annual event celebrating agriculture, livestock, and rural culture, with competitions, exhibitions, and entertainment.
📅 29 April – 6 May | 📍 Sydney, NSW | 🔗 Website
A key networking event for Angus cattle breeders and industry experts.
📅 1-3 May | 📍 Carrick, TAS | 🔗 Website
One of Tasmania’s biggest field days, showcasing local and national agricultural innovations.
📅 2-4 May | 📍 Hunter Valley, NSW | 🔗 Website
A leading agricultural event with a focus on sustainable farming and innovation.
📅 3-4 May | 📍 Broken Hill, NSW | 🔗 Website
A biannual field day bringing together rural industries, agribusiness, and regional communities.
📅 3-4 May | 📍 Tamworth, NSW | 🔗 Website
A key event in the World Angus Forum series, featuring genetics, breeding, and networking.
📅 7-8 May | 📍 Brisbane, QLD | 🔗 Website
A global gathering of Angus cattle experts, breeders, and stakeholders.
📅 9-16 May | 📍 QLD | 🔗 Website
An opportunity for industry professionals to explore leading Angus operations in Australia.
📅 8-10 May | 📍 Bassett Park, QLD | 🔗 Website
A regional agricultural show featuring livestock competitions, trade exhibits, and entertainment.
📅 13-14 May | 📍 Melbourne, VIC
A key conference for professionals in agribusiness, technology, and research.
📅 15-17 May | 📍 Casino, NSW | 🔗 Website
A major field day showcasing technology and agribusiness solutions.
📅 16-17 May | 📍 Mildura, VIC | 🔗 Website
Bringing together growers, suppliers, and industry professionals for a key regional ag event.
📅 28-30 May | 📍 Brisbane, QLD
An event focused on the future of agribusiness, technology, and sustainability.
📅 28-30 May | 📍 Sydney, NSW
Exploring the latest in agtech, data science, and agricultural innovation.
📅 28-30 May | 📍 Mareeba, QLD | 🔗 Website
One of North Queensland’s largest agricultural events, supporting local and national agribusinesses.
📅 24 May – 1 June | 📍 Casino, NSW | 🔗 Website
Celebrating Australia’s beef industry with parades, trade stalls, and educational sessions.
📅 3-5 June | 📍 Toowoomba, QLD | 🔗 Website
A key agribusiness and machinery showcase in regional Queensland.
📅 3-5 June | 📍 Melbourne, VIC
A major networking event for Australia’s horticulture sector, bringing together growers, suppliers, and researchers.
📅 4-5 June | 📍 Melbourne, VIC
Focused on grain storage, biosecurity, and best practices for preserving grain quality.
📅 18-20 July | 📍 Bendigo, VIC | 🔗 Website
The biggest sheep and wool industry event in the Southern Hemisphere.
📅 22-24 July | 📍 Gold Coast, QLD
A key event for fodder industry professionals, focusing on production, storage, and feed quality.
📅 30-31 July
A must-attend for machinery and farming technology enthusiasts.
📅 30-31 July
Covering accreditation standards and quality assurance for Australian industries.
📅 31 July – 1 Aug | 📍 Melbourne, VIC | 🔗 Website
A key event for grain market analysis, trade updates, and networking opportunities.
📅 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.
📅 6-7 August | 📍 Speed, VIC | 🔗 Website
A machinery-focused event featuring the latest in ag technology.
📅 9-17 August | 📍 Brisbane, QLD | 🔗 Website
Queensland’s largest agricultural show featuring competitions, livestock, and entertainment.
📅 13-15 August | 📍 Cleve, SA | 🔗 Website
A premier showcase of agribusiness innovation in South Australia.
📅 19-21 August | 📍 Gunnedah, NSW | 🔗 Website
Australia’s largest field day, showcasing farm machinery, livestock, and ag technology.
📅 27-28 August | 📍 Dowerin, WA | 🔗 Website
A leading field day for Western Australian agriculture.
📅 3-4 September | 📍 Newdegate, WA | 🔗 Website
A premier agricultural event in Western Australia, showcasing the latest in farm machinery and rural technology.
📅 12-13 September | 📍 Barmera, SA | 🔗 Website
A major regional field day focused on horticulture, viticulture, and farm innovations.
📅 23-25 September | 📍 Henty, NSW | 🔗 Website
A must-attend event for anyone in the broadacre and mixed farming industries.
📅 1-2 October | 📍 Brisbane, QLD | 🔗 Website
A key conference bringing together industry leaders to discuss Queensland’s agricultural future.
📅 7-9 October | 📍 Elmore, VIC | 🔗 Website
A major agricultural showcase covering farm machinery, livestock, and industry advancements.
📅 18-19 October | 📍 Murrumbateman, NSW | 🔗 Website
A leading field day in NSW showcasing farm equipment, local produce, and rural lifestyle innovations.
📅 23-25 October | 📍 Orange, NSW | 🔗 Website
One of Australia’s longest-running field days, focusing on new technology, machinery, and innovation.
📅 23-25 October | 📍 Orange, NSW | 🔗 Website
One of Australia’s longest-running field days, focusing on new technology, machinery, and innovation.
📅 25 October | 📍 Lismore, NSW | 🔗 Website
A celebration of women in agriculture and rural communities, featuring workshops, networking, and speakers.
📅 29-30 October | 📍 Broome, WA | 🔗 Website
A key event for northern cattle producers, covering industry trends and regional agribusiness challenges.
📅 29-31 October | 📍 Wagga Wagga, NSW | 🔗 Website
Exploring the latest in digital transformation and agtech solutions for the agrifood industry.
📅 May 2027 (exact dates TBC) | 📍 Rockhampton, QLD | 🔗 Website
A triennial event showcasing all facets of the beef industry, from production to export.
📅 8–10 July 2026 | 📍 Adelaide, SA | 🔗 Website
A biennial event celebrating innovation in lamb production, marketing, and processing.
📅 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.
📅 November 2026 | 📍 Melbourne, VIC | 🔗 Website
A biennial equestrian event showcasing competitions, education, and the latest in equine products and services.
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!