AgQuip is very excited to announce GWM Australia as the Headline Sponsor for 2026. GWM is a manufacturer known for producing advanced technology, and offering great value across the range. GWM’s Tank Plug-in Hybrid, and Cannon ranges, both offering Hybrid intelligent 4WD, are particularly designed to handle serious workhorse business to suit rural Australia’s tough conditions.
Connection and education at the centre of renewed ag innovation event
Registrations now open for AgSmart Connect in Tamworth in March, 2024
There’s a new name and a sharpened focus, but an event that has showcased agricultural technology for the past two years is returning with the same promise of highlighting to the industry the enormous potential and opportunity in the agricultural innovation sector.
Organised by ACM Rural Events, AgSmart Connect is back in Tamworth from March 6 to 7 next year, where it was first staged in 2022, with exhibitor registrations and sponsorship opportunities now open.
Harvesting homegrown potential
AgTech Angels and ACM Rural Events partner to showcase AgTech innovation
ACM Rural Events, the organisers of Australia's largest field days, AgQuip, is proud to announce the inaugural AgSmart Expo, a two-day event dedicated to showcasing the latest advancements and innovations in agricultural technology (AgTech). Set to take place on September 7 at the Bendigo Exhibition Centre, AgSmart Expo not only highlights the exciting developments in AgTech but also marks the launch of ‘Pitch to Paddock’, an AgTech Angel Investor Network (AAIN) chapter startup pitch event.
For the first time, the Inspector–General of Water Compliance (IGWC) will be attending rural Australia’s pinnacle event: AgQuip.
And what a year for the IGWC to attend, celebrating 50 years of agricultural excellence. The Inspector–General, the Honourable Troy Grant says the organisation’s attendance at this year’s event comes at a crucial point in water compliance and enforcement across the Murray–Darling Basin.
On site at the 2023 FarmFest, they will be showcasing the newly released D5 Evolution Cart, their new model that is more intelligent, dynamic and self-assured than ever.
Elders FarmFest gets underway this Tuesday, launching three days of big bargains, big machines, free giveaways and celebrations marking 51 years of Queensland’s favourite field day, with organisers providing easier site access and encouraging all attendees to download the official FarmFest App to help visitors make the most of their time.
A serendipitous auction purchase has not only helped assist rural producers in times of need but also ensured the grounds of the vast Elders FarmFest site will remain in tip-top shape.
John Deere and agriculture and construction equipment dealer, RDO Equipment, donated a John Deere Z325E ZTrak zero-turn mower to the agriculture support charity, Rural Aid, for its Long Lunch for Our Mates in the Bush fundraiser in March this year.
Jack Paff knows tractors. With five of them already under his belt, he can tell the difference between a machine that works and a salesman who talks.
So when he headed to Elders FarmFest last year, he wasn't looking for a flashy sales pitch, he was after a tractor that would perform at his Muirlea property and a dealer who knew what they were talking about.
Ross Gersekowski and his wife Heather say they are still impressed with their cattle crush after purchasing it from Offsider Ag at Elders FarmFest last year.
The couple, who run a grazing enterprise, along with breeding and backgrounding beef cattle near Jandowae in Queensland, brought The 'M' Crush, which boasts a heavy-duty construction frame made with Australia steel, smooth action walk-through head-bale and high clearance bale arms. They also opted for the chin bars and rubber coated floors.
More milk and better beef will be underlying themes of a livestock demonstration at Elders FarmFest 2026 using Traditional Simmental and Fleckvieh cattle.
The Traditional Simmental and Fleckvieh Society of Australia milking demonstration will include two milking cows of the breed and a milking demonstration at 10am each day of the show. The demonstration will include a talk about the breed and its origins, the dual-purpose characteristics of the breed and its suitability as a commercial dairy breed in the Australian dairy industry.
The increasingly familiar hum and buzz of drones will fill the air at Elders FarmFest this year. A dedicated drone demonstration area will provide a window into what these devices are capable of. Supported by some of Australia's leading agricultural drone companies, the area (located on the AA row) will showcase the latest innovations in drone technology and its role in the future of agriculture.
Karyn Cassar and Carissa Wolfe, both qualified trainers and assessors, have presented introductions and training for the beef and dairy industries, across every age-group and experience, for more than 20 years. They co-own and -manage Benmar Farm Pty Ltd which has included a dairy, stud and commercial beef, agri-tourism, and on-farm training.
The “big daddy” of Queensland agricultural field days, FarmFest, is once again ready to bring the farming sector together on June 2 to 4, 2026 in Toowoomba.
Now in its 51st year, FarmFest serves as a key platform for agribusiness in Toowoomba and beyond, with more than 2000 exhibitors set to showcase cutting-edge machinery, technology, livestock, community services and lifestyle solutions.
It is wonderful to once again have Elders as the headline sponsor of FarmFest 2026. The Elders story began in 1839 and today their diverse business operations cover rural products and services, financial services, real estate, insurance and more, across a network that reaches every corner of Australia.
FarmFest is very excited to announce the University of New England (UNE) as the inaugural education partner for 2026. For over 70 years UNE has been delivering both on-campus and distance higher education to regional Australia. Bryn Griffiths, Director of Future Students and Engagement said, “UNE is excited to announce this partnership as we are committed to preparing and supporting individuals, communities, and research partners to deliver regional and rural success both in Australia and around the world. Our Alumni are the regional
As we wrap up another incredible year, we want to extend our warmest thanks for your support throughout 2025. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Christmas and a fresh, exciting start to the New Year!
Our team will be out of the office from 17th December until 5th January. We’ll respond to all enquiries as soon as we’re back.
We are very excited to announce the feature breed at FarmFest ‘26 is the Traditional Simmental Fleckvieh. Originally from Switzerland and with over 40 million head worldwide, this dual purpose breed came to Australia over fifty years ago.
The 50th Year of Elders FarmFest will go down as one of the most successful in the event’s history, as bumper crowds and a record number of exhibitors turned out for bargains, award winning bulls and for one lucky attendee it was a chance to take home a brand new $10,000 lawn mower.
Big bargains, big machines and one of the biggest names in footy will kick off celebrations at Elders FarmFest, as this Tuesday marks the start of 50 years of Queensland’s favourite field day.
To ensure you don’t miss out on free giveaways, free financial advice and sweet treats for the kids, for the first time visitors can download the Map Your Show app by scanning the QR code below for both iOS and Android users.
With just two weeks until the celebrations begin, the countdown is on for Queensland’s premier field day marking the 50th Years of Elders FarmFest with the return of our longest-running exhibitors, new feature shows and the unveiling of a brand new technology alley at Toowoomba, June 3-5.
Elders FarmFest returns to Toowoomba 3-5 June to celebrate its 50th Year, and with tickets on sale from today – 15 April 2025 - one visitor will win an awesome lucky door prize – a Kubota Z200 42-inch zero-turn mower valued at $10K courtesy of Black Truck and Ag.
Queensland’s largest agricultural field day and now one of Australia’s biggest, Elders FarmFest has long staged an event that serves as a one-stop-shop for farmers in terms of new products and industry advice, but which also caters to a range of interests when it comes to a great day out for everyone.
The diversity in people, businesses, products and services also makes it an invaluable opportunity for anyone interested in agribusiness and agriculture, says Lisa Hewitt, Elders’ state general manager QLD/NT.
FarmFest continues to grow, with expansion of AgTech including new ‘AgSmart Connect Hub’
Planning is underway for Queensland’s largest – and arguably Australia’s fastest-growing agricultural field days with FarmFest 2024 confirmed for June 4 to 6 next year.
On site at the 2023 FarmFest, they will be showcasing the newly released D5 Evolution Cart, their new model that is more intelligent, dynamic and self-assured than ever.
