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Vertical Farming Show USA 2026

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Date

April 20, 2026 – April 21, 2026

Location

Los Angeles, California

Organizer

IQ International PTe. LTD

About the Event

💡 The Premier Forum for Vertical Farming Innovations

The 2nd Annual Vertical Farming Show USA is the must-attend event for agri-innovators, controlled environment agriculture (CEA) operators, sustainability experts, investors, and policymakers. Taking place in Los Angeles — one of America’s most dynamic ag-tech ecosystems — the show brings together the entire vertical farming value chain to unlock scalable, tech-driven, and sustainable food production.

Amid rising pressure on arable land, energy costs, and food distribution, vertical farming is redefining how and where we grow. From hydroponics and aeroponics to AI-powered automation, the event showcases cutting-edge solutions to grow more with less.

🎯 Why You Should Attend

✅ Innovate at Scale:
Learn how leading producers scale multi-level indoor farms, maximize yield, and enter new markets with strategic crop diversification.

✅ See Real-World Use Cases:
Dive into case studies on how vertical farming integrates with traditional agriculture, urban planning, and ESG goals.

✅ Leverage Smart Tech:
Discover the latest in AI, IoT, precision lighting, and sustainable climate controls for year-round, resource-efficient production.

✅ Shape the Future of Urban Farming:
Explore how CEA is transforming cities by solving land scarcity and localizing fresh food access.

✅ Network and Grow:
Connect with over 50 expert speakers, 100+ industry topics, and 8+ curated networking events to build meaningful partnerships.

📋 Key Topics for 2026

✔️ Scaling Production and Market Growth in Multi-Level Cultivation
✔️ Smart Crop Selection, Yield Optimization & Infrastructure Planning
✔️ AI, IoT, and Automation in Indoor Agriculture
✔️ Sustainable Standards, Policies & Energy Management
✔️ Urban Land Shortages and the Role of CEA in City Landscapes
✔️ Synergies Between CEA and Traditional Farming Models

📊 Event Snapshot

  • 100+ Key Topics Covered

  • 50+ Leading Experts Speaking

  • 20+ Insightful Q&A Sessions

  • 8+ Networking Events

  • Thousands of Global Attendees

👤 Who Attends?

  • Vertical Farming Companies & CEA Operators

  • Smart Greenhouse Growers & Hydroponic Startups

  • AgTech Developers & Automation Providers

  • Urban Planning Professionals & ESG Consultants

  • Food Retail & Hospitality Chains

  • Investors & Venture Capital Firms

  • Academic Researchers & Sustainability Officers

🎙️ Featured Speakers

  • Jeremy Groeteke – Syngenta Group

  • Cynthia Zhu – Agri-Al

  • Jeremy Williams – Bayer

  • …plus 50+ more global experts

🏢 Past Participating Companies

  • DSM-Firmenich

  • Syngenta

  • Apelie Robotics

  • Smartwyre Inc.

  • Taranis

  • Agri-AI

  • Intent

  • CONTEXT

  • …and many more

 

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