The changing agricultural industry calls for being up to date with the most recent developments and networking with industry leaders. In 2024, several leading agriculture trade shows across the United States will provide opportunities for farmers, suppliers, and agribusiness professionals to learn and network. These events will showcase advancements in farm machinery, precision agriculture, agriculture technology, and livestock production among others. Attendees can get on top of emerging technologies, get a sense of current trends and the latest trends, as well as expand their professional networks. If you plan to exhibit at one of these shows, make sure to browse booth designs and consult with Aplus for a unique and effective presentation.
Exhibition | Date | Venue |
Farm Progress Show | August 27-29, 2024 | Boone, Iowa |
World Beef Expo | September 19-22, 2024 | Wisconsin State Fair Park, West Allis, Wisconsin |
World Dairy Expo | October 1-4, 2024 | Alliant Energy Center, Madison, Wisconsin |
Marketing & Distribution Convention | October 22-24, 2024 | Renaissance Dallas Addison, Dallas, TX |
Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show | December 3-5, 2024 | Amarillo Civic Center, Amarillo, Texas |
Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market Expo | December 10-12, 2024 | DeVos Place, Grand Rapids, Michigan |
Potato Expo | January 8-9, 2025 | Orlando World Center Marriott, Orlando, Florida |
Iowa Ag Expo | February 4-6, 2025 | Iowa Events Center, Des Moines, IA |
World Ag Expo | February 11-13, 2025 | International Agri-Center, Tulare, California |
National Farm Machinery Show | February 12-15, 2025 | Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, KY |

Farm Progress Show
When: August 27-29, 2024
Where: Boone, Iowa
Why you should attend: The Farm Progress Show is amongst America’s biggest and most influential agricultural meetings. This event held in Boone Iowa covers an area of 7.25 acres showcasing the latest farming equipment including precision agriculture and livestock production technologies. Visitors can see live demonstrations of cutting-edge technology products; take part in educational sessions; meet people from different parts of the world who are key players in this field or industry sector.
With over 700 exhibitors showing various inventions like autonomous machines or even electric cars containing AI software applications; it provides a platform where people can find out what is happening now regarding modern agriculture devices as well getting acquainted with new products developed during this year’s exhibition season also known as “farm shows.” Whoever wants to increase his/her knowledge about innovative techniques used today while mingling with experts from all walks-of-life should not miss this important occasion.
World Beef Expo
When: September 19-22, 2024
Where: Wisconsin State Fair Park, West Allis, Wisconsin
Why you should attend: Drawing almost six hundred exhibitors from fifteen states, World Beef Expo remains one of the biggest cattle events in the Midwest. It is organized at Wisconsin State Fair Park which provides an opportunity for showcasing stocks, farm products as well as services.
The expo has a lot to offer like Youth and Collegiate Cattle Judging Contests that give excellent networking chances as well as provide knowledge gains. Attendees can meet with market leaders who could share new technologies or introduce them to innovative ideas that will aid their businesses and knowledge base.
World Dairy Expo
When: October 1-4, 2024
Where: Alliant Energy Center, Madison, Wisconsin
Why you should attend: Put simply – if you want to find out whether there are any technological advances made in the dairy sector, this is your best bet. At Alliant Energy Center in Madison Wisconsin, it is attended by people from 36 states of USA and 5 Canadian provinces who bring with them around 2,500 head of cattle.
It connects attendees to a tight-knit community of dairy professionals searching for new solutions together. On top of that, this expo provides an ideal environment for networking purposes or arranging demonstrations that are crucial when targeting industry leaders. Moreover, companies that participate in this event will get more visibility for their brand name; meet those managers who decide on purchasing these kinds of products and contribute to the development of the entire branch (dairy).
Marketing & Distribution Convention
When: October 22-24, 2024
Where: Renaissance Dallas Addison, Dallas, TX
Why you should attend: As if working with just distributors was not enough! The Marketing & Distribution Convention organizes meetings between producers and suppliers which create room for networking and collaborations. It brings together members from both the Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association and the Equipment Marketing & Distribution Association.
The convention features sales training, workforce development education, and other speakers who make industry forecasts. At the same time product councils ensure that all attendees are well informed concerning equipment standards so as to stay current on market demands from consumers’ point-of-view or perspective thus being able to respond appropriately towards any such changes happening within our market nowadays.

Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show
When: December 3-5, 2024
Where: Amarillo Civic Center, Amarillo, Texas
Why you should attend: Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show is one of the agricultural trade shows 2024 which attracts over fifteen thousand farmers and ranchers from the panhandle region-Texas including New Mexico down through Oklahoma up into Kansas. Till recently held at Amarillo Civic Center it was a place where almost five hundred exhibitors brought a wide range of farming products, services and technologies.
Attendees gain useful insights from educational sessions provided by Texas A&M and the Texas Wheat Symposium and obtain continuing education credits. The show attracts a large number of participants, is strategically positioned thus making it a good ground for networking and tracking the latest developments and trends in agriculture.
Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market Expo
When: December 10-12, 2024
Where: DeVos Place, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Why you should attend: The Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market Expo is one of the key events on every farmer’s calendar that invites about three to four thousand people every year. This event takes place at DeVos Place where it hosts over eight hundred booths and four hundred vendors promoting different agribusiness activities.
There were over seventy educational sessions and workshops during this expo focusing on specialty crops; greenhouses; farm marketing etc offering valuable information about horticulture faculties. Such workshops are usually led by professionals from institutions like Michigan State University providing practical advice on how things are done and ideal for recertification of pesticide applicators. The Great Lakes Expo is a necessary gathering for people who want to keep up with the industry’s progressions as well as develop their professional networks by learning from others about best practices.
Potato Expo
When: January 8-9, 2025
Where: Orlando World Center Marriott, Orlando, Florida
Why you should attend: Potato Expo 2025 represents the biggest annual potato industry event that unites global growers, suppliers, and experts. The expo takes place at Orlando World Center Marriott where over one hundred thousand square feet are dedicated to the latest in potato technology and equipment supplies. Also, this occasion enables companies from the US and other countries or regions to generate potential leads and talk on current trends and new technologies.
This top-notch event provides multiple opportunities for exhibitors to create fresh ones while enhancing visibility thereby mingling with leaders in the sector. In this regard, the expo organizes several educational sessions even product demonstrations as well as networking opportunities hence is an important platform for engaging with key decision-makers. This convention is essential for persons who want to reinforce their position within the potato market but also any other agriculturist ready to engage in consumer shows.
Iowa Ag Expo
When: February 4-6, 2025
Where: Iowa Events Center, Des Moines, IA
Why you should attend: As the number three indoor agricultural show in America and covering a space of approximately 7.25 acres with almost seven hundred exhibitors; The expo takes place at the Iowa Event Centre, also known as the Iowa Expo Center, where it brings together farm equipment manufacturing companies, precision agriculture technocrats’, livestock production companies, automations machinist’s, electric cars producers and AI solutions manufacturers.
This exposition is topmost for marketers because they have chances to demonstrate their fresh products as well as technologies to a broad audience of farmers and industrialists who converge here from far wide. It traverses across three buildings hence giving enough opportunities for valuable contacts and business growth.
World Ag Expo
When: February 11-13, 2025
Where: International Agri-Center, Tulare, California
Why you should attend: World Ag Expo which is based at the International Agri-Centre located in Tulare County California has been hailed as the biggest annual agricultural fair globally. The event covers about two six million square feet hosting close to one thousand five hundred exhibitors from all over the world. It offers an excellent platform for showcasing the latest farm machinery innovations like precision farming systems, livestock equipment autonomous technology among others.
These include seminars on hot topics product demonstrations research areas etc. One of them being such things as top-10 new products competition showing what development may be expected. Exhibitors gain immensely from a combination of extensive media coverage strong marketing opportunities and direct interaction with thousands upon thousands of visitors.

National Farm Machinery Show
When: February 12-15, 2025
Where: Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, KY
Why you should attend: The National Farm Machinery Show is a significant event for those involved in the agricultural industry. In a four-day exhibit featuring various vendors, this fair highlights cutting-edge farming machinery and related equipment along with agricultural products and farm supplies. Participants can take advantage of educational sessions as well as live exhibits that give them hands-on experience with new products and technologies. This meeting of minds provides an opportunity for business professionals from around the world to socialize with industry leaders while gaining valuable insights about the developments within this sector.
Conclusion
Agriculture Trade Shows 2024 offers many opportunities for professionals within this sector to network, upskill and market their wares. Ensure that your company stands out from others by choosing Aplus to design and construct your booth for this important occasion. By having a captivating custom booth, you will have the opportunity to connect with renowned experts, a variety of exhibitors, industry leaders, and influential figures in the horticulture community. Through engaging in meaningful conversations and building valuable business connections, you can pave the way to achieve your ambitious business goals and elevate your professional journey in the vibrant world of horticulture.
The farming industry has been one of the biggest contributors towards the growth of America’s economy, making it now a net exporter of food. Catalyzing sustainable growth within this field still continues to be innovation in agricultural technology. Again, these are agriculture trade shows where business people from all over the world can meet and expand their businesses, offering a unique opportunity for growth and development. If you want visibility at these major events, please partner with us in designing your exhibition booth at Aplus for effective business development. Start organizing your activities early enough by having a calendar of events or schedule in place from now so as not to lose out on any valuable time available.