7th Global Vertical Farming Show (GVF) 2026

About the Event

💡 The Middle East’s Largest & Only Exclusive Vertical Farming Event

Now in its 7th year, the Global Vertical Farming Show (GVF) 2026 returns to Dubai as the definitive gathering for the vertical farming and Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) ecosystem. Building on the overwhelming success of past editions, GVF connects the full vertical farming value chain — from growers and agri-tech innovators to investors, retailers, regulators, and food security policymakers.

As global climate challenges intensify and urban food security becomes more urgent, GVF 2026 is where groundbreaking solutions, cross-border partnerships, and strategic insights converge to transform food systems for better nutrition, sustainability, and resilience.


🎯 Why You Should Attend


✅ Transforming Food Systems Through Vertical Farming:
Explore how vertical farming is enhancing regional food security, enabling climate adaptation, and powering smart cities.


✅ Innovation-First Expo:
From automation and AI to smart irrigation, LED lighting, and sustainable substrates — see what’s redefining future farms.


✅ Expert-Led Conference:
Engage with 50+ speakers across keynotes, panels, and technical sessions on topics like:

  • Vertical farm scalability & ROI

  • Integrated CEA systems

  • Hydroponics, aeroponics & aquaponics

  • Urban agriculture & food policy

  • Financing & venture trends

  • Regulatory frameworks & ESG


✅ High-Impact Networking:
Meet 4,900+ attendees, including farm operators, government leaders, retail chains, venture capitalists, and sustainability officers. Dedicated matchmaking lounges and business sessions available.


✅ Strategic Location – Dubai:
With supportive government policies, record food-tech investments, and regional mega-projects like ECO 1 and AeroFarms AGX, Dubai is the Middle East’s vertical farming innovation hub.


📊 GVF 2026 by the Numbers

  • 4,951+ Targeted Attendees

  • 743+ Vertical Farming & AgriTech Companies

  • 496+ Senior Conference Delegates

  • 100+ Exhibitors & Sponsors

  • 50+ Expert Speakers

  • 35+ Countries Represented


👤 Who Should Attend?

  • Vertical Farm Owners & Operators

  • Smart Greenhouse & Hydroponics Growers

  • AgriTech Solution Providers & Startups

  • Food Retail Chains & Hotel Chains

  • Urban Planners & Smart City Developers

  • Government Policy Makers & Regulatory Bodies

  • Investors, VCs & Venture Studios

  • Academic Institutions & Research Bodies


🌟 Past Distinguished Participants Include

  • Bustanica – World’s largest vertical farm

  • AeroFarms AGX – Global indoor farming R&D center

  • Emirates Development Bank

  • Union Co-op

  • Smart Acres

  • …and more industry pioneers shaping regional agri-food systems.

 

Event Location

Accommodation near the venue