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Get ready for Agri Asia 2026 in India

Get ready for Agri Asia 2026, the 15th
International Exhibition on Agriculture
Technologies, set to take place on 11-12
September 2026 at the Helipad Exhibi-
tion Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India.
With its extensive scope, Agri Asia and Grainmach Asia will also be fea-
Building on the legacy of its prede- brings together stakeholders from all
cessors, this event will again serve as facets of the agricultural industry— tured, making it a comprehensive forum
a premier platform for national and in- farmers, researchers, investors, and pol- to witness the future of agriculture. Don't
ternational participants to delve into the icy-makers—fostering opportunities for miss out on this opportunity to connect,
advancements in agricultural technol- collaboration and growth. Alongside, the innovate, and revolutionize the agricul-
ogy. Dairy Livestock and Poultry Expo Asia tural landscape! Circle 34 on enquiry card

Organic arable farming feature at the dlG Feldtage 2026

(DLG). Successful organic farming relies on broad crop ro-
tations and a diverse portfolio of crops ranging from estab-
lished field crops to innovative legumes and mixed-cropping
systems. At the DLG Feldtage outdoor exhibition, taking place
from 16 to 18 June 2026 at Germany’s DLG International Crop
Production Center in Bernburg, visitors will gain practical in-
sights into variety selection, cultivation methods and market-
ing strategies for organic arable farming. The dedicated “DLG
Spotlight: Organic Farming” will offer an in depth look into
hands on organic crop production. The organizer DLG (Ger- Beyond the field demonstrations, visitors benefit from ex-
man Agricultural Society) expects more than 300 exhibitors. pert advice and direct exchange. Experts will share knowl-

Under the guiding theme “Crop Production out of the Box,” edge on variety selection, nutrient management and cultiva-
the 2026 edition of the DLG Feldtage event presents a broad tion strategies. Pop up talks, discussions on organic markets
exhibition program covering the key aspects of organic crop and guided excursions to the LLG organic trial plots will offer
production. Demonstration plots by Bioland and the Landesan- deeper insights and practical orientation. The Spotlight com-
stalt für Landwirtschaft und Gartenbau Sachsen-Anhalt (LLG) bines knowledge, exhibits, practical examples and discussion
(English: the State Institute for Agriculture and Horticulture formats to provide valuable decision making support for the
Saxony Anhalt - LLG) will showcase crop species and varieties organic farming sector.
relevant to organic systems. The Organic Farming spotlight
will also feature ridge cultivation as a concept for efficient and Machinery demonstrations with a focus on mechanical
economically viable organic arable farming. Naturland, one weed control
of Germany’s leading organic farming associations, together At the DLG Feldtage, professional visitors can expect some
with the Marktgesellschaft der Naturlandbauern AG and Bio- 66 machine combinations in live field operation. Demon-
park, will provide information on organic markets and advise strations will highlight the efficient and soil conserving use
organic farmers, new entrants as well as conventional farmers of tractors, the use of tine weeders in summer durum wheat
entering the organic farming segment. Additionally, a wide and hoes in maize, deep non inversion tillage ahead of sow-
range of species and varieties suitable for organic production ing, and direct drilling and strip tillage into cover crops or
is presented on the breeders’ trial plots.
stubble. The demonstrations take place once daily during the
DLG Spotlight Organic Farming focuses on innovation three-day event.

The 2026 Spotlight Organic Farming presents practical solu- Co-organizers include the Ministry of Economic Affairs Link,
tions to the current challenges facing organic arable produc- Tourism, Agriculture and Forestry of Saxony-Anhalt, the State
tion. The emphasis is on ridge cultivation, including soil re- Institute for Agriculture and Horticulture, and AGRAVIS Raif-
generation and climate resilient cultivation systems, as well feisen AG. Professional partners such as Vereinigte Hagel In-
as camera assisted mechanical weed control in both broad- surance Mutual Association VVaG, the Union for the Promotion
leaf and cereal crops. Visitors will be able to inspect these of Oil and Protein Plants (UFOP), the Federal Agency for Ag-
cultivation systems demonstrated in trial plots, including the riculture and Food, and other organizations will support the
machinery used and the associated crop management tech- open-air exhibition as part of the technical program.
niques. Circle 35 on enquiry card
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