Early bird prices available for Hort Connections 2023 registrations

Held at the Adelaide Convention Centre from June 5-7, the event will run under the theme of "Knowledge for Growth" to ensure the industry is primed to take advantage of the next generation of research, technology and business innovation to grow the production and value of the horticulture industry.

Registrations are officially open and organisers have encouraged those thinking of attending to make the most of special early-bird rates for a limited time.

Hort Connections is a joint initiative between Ausveg and the International Fresh Produce Association Australia New Zealand (IFPA A-NZ).

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More than 3000 delegates from all sectors of the horticulture industry attended Hort Connections 2022 and more than 200 commercial and not-for-profit businesses, government departments and industry organisations partnered in the event.

Ninety per cent of the trade show floor has already been sold, which is the strongest demand organisers have seen for the trade show this far out from the event.

So far, Hort Connections 2023 is being supported by Hort Innovation, Business Events Adelaide, Coles, Syngenta, Nutrien Ag Solutions, Corteva Agriscience, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, which have come on-board as sponsors of the event.

Ausveg national marketing manager Nathan McIntyre said this year's conference will incorporate unparalleled networking opportunities for everyone in the horticulture supply chain, a trade show showcasing leading local and global businesses, and world-class speakers.

"We're proud that Hort Connections has continued to become such a huge event for the horticulture industry, thanks to support from growers and other delegates who are returning year after year to take advantage of the opportunities on offer," Mr McIntyre said.

"The Hort Connections team has worked hard behind-the-scenes to improve the experience for those who want to attend the event by refreshing the conference website to make the experience of registering for the event as seamless as possible and making it easier to find information about the event's program and speakers when they become available shortly.

"Delegates at Hort Connections 2022 saw the return of networking opportunities that were impacted by COVID-19, including the welcome reception, a revamped trade show that will allow for greater networking, and the return of the popular diversity and inclusion session and women in horticulture session, sponsored by Boomaroo Nurseries.

"These were well-received by all delegates, and will return bigger and better in 2023.

"It is fantastic to see such strong support for the event from all our sponsors, exhibitors and attendees to-date."

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