Hort Connections

Hort Connections is Australia and New Zealand's largest horticulture conference and trade show. 

AUSVEG and International Fresh Produce Association Australia-New Zealand (IFPA A-NZ) have again united to deliver the joint industry conference and Trade Show, Hort Connections 2023.

Hort Connections 2023 will be held in Adelaide, following a highly celebrated Hort Connections 2022 in Brisbane.

Hort Connections 2023 will again adapt to the horticulture industry’s ever-changing needs, and will offer plenty of networking opportunities, champion the trade show, and host the national Awards for Excellence 2023 on Wednesday 7 June.

The event will cater to buyers and sellers from every segment of the fresh produce and floral supply chain including seed companies, growers, packers, processors, shippers, importers and exporters, wholesalers and retailers, foodservice, associated suppliers to the industry, and many more.

Hort Connections speakers and exhibitors will showcase the latest research, technologies, and innovations to offer new perspectives on the future of Australasia’s horticulture industry.

 

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June

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July

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August

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