Executive Summary

AGRITECHNICA connects manufacturers, technology innovators, farmers and industry leaders to accelerate the adoption of agricultural technologies and advance global agriculture. As the world’s leading agricultural machinery trade fair, it provides a trusted international platform for launching innovation, exchanging knowledge, developing strategic partnerships and driving commercial growth. In doing so, it helps shape investment decisions and the future direction of agricultural production worldwide.

Building on this global success, AGRITECHNICA AUSTRALIA brings the brand’s international reach, industry connections and proven event platform to the Australian market, creating a focused opportunity for local and global participants to meet, do business and accelerate technology adoption.

AGRITECHNICA AUSTRALIA provides a national platform that connects Australian farmers with world-leading agricultural innovation, international manufacturers and local industry expertise, while creating opportunities for business growth, investment, collaboration and knowledge transfer. By bringing the principles and global reach Down Under, AGRITECHNICA AUSTRALIA strengthens the competitiveness of Australian agriculture and reinforces the country’s position

Who We Are

AGRITECHNICA AUSTRALIA is a joint venture between DLG e.V. (the German Agricultural Society) and Hannover Fairs Australia (HFA). 

DLG e.V. is an independent member based organisation representing the agriculture and food sectors. With around 30,000 members, DLG promotes progress and sustainability through knowledge transfer, independent testing, research and international exchange. DLG is also the organiser of AGRITECHNICA, the world’s leading trade fair for agricultural machinery. 

Hannover Fairs Australia is the local event partner, contributing its expertise in the Australian market and its extensive experience in event management. 

Together, DLG and HFA combine international agricultural expertise with local market knowledge to create a strong platform for innovation, technology and knowledge exchange in the agricultural sector. 

Our Partners

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Advisory Board

AGRITECHNICA AUSTRALIA has brought together an Advisory Board to help shape and develop the event based on the needs and requirements of the industry. We would like to acknowledge and thank the board for their ongoing support and guidance.

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Michael Lombardo

Director, Merlo Group Australia Pty Ltd
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Marcia Devenney

GrainGrowers Limited Australia, National Grower Engagement Officer
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Kate Concannon

Capacity Building Manager, GrainGrowers
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Josh Vroombout

Senior Manager, Marketing - Massey Ferguson Australia & New Zealand, AGCO Australia
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Chris Williams

Event and Program Manager | Team Leader Farm Survey Operations, ABARES, Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
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Britta Marsh

Executive Officer, Australian Agritech Association

    Event Overview

    The Exhibition

    The exhibition brings leading agricultural companies together so visitors can explore the latest machinery, digital technologies, precision-farming systems and sustainable solutions in one place. By seeing new products firsthand and speaking directly with suppliers, farmers and industry professionals can identify technologies that improve efficiency, productivity and decision-making across their operations. Visitors learn more about tractors, harvesters, soilcultivation equipment, irrigation systems and precision technologies alongside the software, automation and farm-management tools that support them. This breadth enables attendees to evaluate complete solutions, compare suppliers and understand how different technologies can work together to make farm businesses more efficient.

    The Conference/Stage Program

    AGRITECHNICA AUSTRALIA will deliver a free-to-attend conference program designed to provide practical insight, global perspective and industry inspiration. Through its connection with AGRITECHNICA, the world’s leading trade fair for agricultural machinery, AGRITECHNICA AUSTRALIA will bring international perspectives and innovations that are highly relevant to Australian agriculture.

    Tech Demo Stage

    The Tech Demo Stage gives attendees the opportunity to explore smaller technology solutions, AgTech and digital innovations through focused, practical demonstrations. 

    Networking Opportunities
    AGRITECHNICA AUSTRALIA brings farmers, manufacturers, suppliers, innovators, delegations and industry specialists together from across Australia and around the world. A diverse program of networking events—from the lively Farmers Bar evening to the exclusive AgriLeaders function, along with partner-hosted gatherings such as the Grain Growers Alumni Night and AusAgriTech Breakfast— ensures there are tailored spaces for every conversation.

    History

    1885

    • The DLG is founded in Berlin by Max Eyth, a German engineer and writer.

    1887

    • The DLG holds its first agricultural exhibition in Germany, beginning a long tradition of bringing the agricultural industry together.

    1985

    • AGRITECHNICA makes its debut in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, with 551 exhibitors.

    1985-1993

    • Following its debut, AGRITECHNICA is held every two years in Frankfurt am Main.

    1995

    • AGRITECHNICA moves to Hannover, where it has been held every two years ever since. Today, it is the world’s largest trade fair for agricultural machinery.

    2017

    • AGRITECHNICA ASIA makes its debut in Bangkok, Thailand

    2024

    • DLG and Hannover Fairs Australia jointly launch FutureAg Expo – Powered by AGRITECHNICA in Melbourne.

    2025

    • AGRITECHNICA ASIA expands to Vietnam, holding its first edition in Ho Chi Minh City. The event now alternates every year between Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok.

    2026

    • AGRITECHNICA AUSTRALIA is introduced to the Australian market. Its inaugural event is scheduled for 21–23 July 2027 in Melbourne.

    Our Team

    Project Management Team

    Andy OrrAndrew Orr
    Project Manager, Domestic Sales, 
    Hannover Fairs Australia
    E: andrew.orr@hannoverfairs.com.au
    T: +61 (0) 405 056 413

     

    Lola RauchLola Rauch
    Project Manager, International Sales
    DLG Markets GmbH
    E: l.rauch@dlg.org
    T: +61 (0) 418 203 032

    Marketing & Press

     Matthew ApplebyMatthew Appleby
    Senior Marketing Manager
    Hannover Fairs Australia
    E: matthew.appleby@hannoverfairs.com.au

    Marketing & Press

    Stephanie LundyStephanie Lundy 
    Senior Marketing Coordinator
    Hannover Fairs Australia
    E: steph.lundy@hannoverfairs.com.au

    Global Sales Network

    EUROPE

    no imageAnna Haberkorn
    Austria | Switzerland
    IFW Expo
    E: a.Haberkorn@ifw-expo.com
    T: +49 (0)170 797 66 57

    no imageKuno Jacobs
    Netherlands | Belgium | Lux
    DLG Benelux
    E: k.jacobs@dlg.org
    T: +31 85 401 73 97

    Liam BeckettLiam Beckett
    United Kingdom | UK Business Development Director | AG 1 Global Consulting

    E: Liam@dlg-africa.com
    T: +44 (0) 20 4578 5818 (Office)
    T: +27 (0) 792 817 865 (Whatsapp)

    ValeriaValeria Riva
    Spain
    ARB Int.
    E: vriva@arbinternational.es
    T: +34 926 04 84 14

    Aixa IrazolaAixa Irazola
    Spain
    AGRAGEX
    E: aixa@agragex.es
    T: +34 944 70 65 05

    Roberta PrandiRoberta Prandi
    Italy
    DLG Representative Office Italy
    E: r.prandi@dlg.org
    T: +39 334 6538183

    Elina Ruohonen Kartik Dave
    Finland | Viexpo

    E: elina.ruohonen@viexpo.fi
    T: +358 50 385 4373

     

    Sébastien BrancheSébastien Branche
    France
    DLG Rep. Office France

    E: s.branche@dlg.org
    T: +33 632944594

    Mariusz JablonskiMariusz Jablonski
    Poland
    DLG AgroFood Sp. Zoo

    E: M.Jablonski@DLG-pl.pl
    T: +(48) 667 799 759

    AMERICAS

    Ulrike Schmidt-MachinekUlrike Schmidt-Machinek
    Canada | USA
    DLG North America
    E: u.schmidt-machinek@dlg.org
    T: +1 519 577 9487

     

    ASIA

    no imageLeely Zhang 
    China
    DLG Markets China
    E: leely@dlg.org.cn
    T: +86 10 6590 6120

    Joyce WangJoyce Wang
    China
    DLG Markets China
    E: wangj@dlg.org.cn
    T: +86 138 1156 3307

    Krunal Upadhyay (Mr.)Krunal Upadhyay 
    India

    Radeecal Communications
    E: mktg1@radeecal.in
    T: +91 90990 91102

    no imageChalida Rattanaprasat 
    ASEAN
    DLG Asia Pacific
    E: c.rattanaprasat@dlg.org
    T: +66 95 748 8168

    no imageBen Huang
    Taiwan
    THETW
    E: ben_huang@thetw.com
    T: +886-937-648383

    Ferize Öztürk Kartik Dave
    Turkey | DLG Fuarcilik 

    E: ferize@dlgfuarcilik.com
    T: +90 (282) 263 00 32
    T: +90 (546) 262 59 34

    Young-Min KimYoung-Min Kim
    Korea
    Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI) – AHK Korea

    E: ymkim@kgcci.com  
    T: +82-2-37804-631