Growing Profitably and Sustainably

The Protected Cropping Australia (PCA) is thrilled to announce PCA Conference 2025, an essential event for anyone involved in the burgeoning sector of protected cropping in Australia. With the theme “Connect, Share, Learn,” this conference will bring together an inspiring line up of speakers, exhibitors, and sponsors from Australia and around the globe to share their cutting-edge knowledge, research, and innovations with over 600 delegates.

Why PCA Conference 2025 is a Must-Attend Event:

1. Dynamic Program: Experience a fresh and innovative program featuring industry-leading speakers, engaging networking events, practical skills training, and in-depth grower discussion panels. Our agenda also includes the ever-popular conference dinner, farm tours, and an extensive exhibition trade show.
2. Diverse Industry Representation: PCA Conference 2025 will cover a broad spectrum of horticultural sectors within protected cropping, including fruits, vegetables, berries, leafy greens, herbs, cut flowers, nursery, medicinal cannabis, aquaponics, vertical farming, and controlled environmental agriculture.
3. Grower Support: We’re excited to offer up to 150 free grower trade show passes, thanks to our partnerships with allied trades and equipment suppliers. This initiative is designed to increase grower participation and provide tailored training to meet the diverse needs of our sector.
4. Student Engagement: We remain committed to supporting the next generation of industry leaders. PCA Conference 2025 will continue to offer additional opportunities for students and emerging professionals to connect and engage with industry experts.With more than 100 exhibitors and a vibrant, forward-thinking agenda, PCA2025 is set to be a landmark event in the protected cropping calendar. We invite you to join us in making this conference a resounding success and to explore partnership opportunities.

We look forward to welcoming you and your customers to PCA Conference 2025 and working together to advance our industry.

Partner with Us for PCA Conference 2025

For more information on sponsorships, exhibition opportunities, or to discuss how you can get involved, please contact Chelsea O’Brien (Sponsorship and Exhibition Administrator) at chelsea.obrien@aomevents.com.

The PCA Conference 2025 will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to explore the latest advancements and opportunities in protected cropping. It promises to be an insightful and engaging event!

We look forward to your participation in this landmark event and are excited about the opportunity to engage with you.

Zak Iqbal
Conference Chair
Protected Cropping Australia

Registration now open!

Earlybird registration is open until 1st April 2025! Secure the discounted rates below.

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Call for Abstracts

Abstract Submission Portal

The PCA Conference Committee are pleased to announce that Call for Abstracts are open to submit full abstracts and poster papers for the PCA Conference 2025.

Timeline

Submissions close on February 28, 2025.

Outcome notification to authors will be sent from March 31, 2025.

Speakers must be registered by April 30, 2025 (to be included in the program).

Themes

The theme of the conference is “Growing Profitably and Sustainably,” with submissions broadly required to reflect this theme and sub themes listed below.

As a guide, some of the themes for abstracts, posters and presentations include, but not limited to:

• Ag tech (including the application of AI & Robotics)
• Emerging technologies
• Energy efficiency (including mandatory climate reporting )
• Labour efficiency
• Business management
• Pollination
• Integrated Pest & Disease Management
• Biosecurity
• Irrigation
• Climate control (incl. lighting)
• Substrate & root zone management
• Crop management
• Nutrient Management
• Food Safety
• Marketing and supply chain (incl export)
• Consumer trends in protected cropping
• National Construction Code and land use planning
• Emerging crops.

Preference, in some instances will be given to presenters who demonstrate practical grower and supply chain adoption of research together with successful examples of practice change in the protected cropping industry.

If successful, the Program Committee may further consider your abstract for panel and plenary sessions in the reviewing process.

Source: https://pca2025.com/