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Apr 2026
Apr 2026
The 2026 Hydroponic Farmers Federation Conference (Melbourne) Update
Fast approaching event: Final reminder to register for this important event.
We are fast approaching the 14th HFF Conference – a major source of information and support for hydroponic growers for over 30 years. The hydroponic industry is a growing and vital sector in Australian agriculture. The troubles in the Middle East have once again underlined the importance of Australian self sufficiency and export opportunities to our Asian neighbours.
This is a reminder the earlybird registration finishes on the Friday 3rd April (does not affect invited grower invitations). Click here to register The 2026 Hydroponic Farmers Federation Conference
If you are a “Grower” and are interested in substantial subsidised discounts, please contact one of our participating exhibitors for more information.
Any trade that wish to support the conference please contact:
Simon Monk (simomonk4242@gmail.com) to explore any remaining options.
Visit the HFF web page for program and other details:
The 2026 Hydroponic Farmers Federation Conference
Conference Program Now Available!
The full conference program has now been released, outlining session topics, speakers and event details across the three days. Further speaker confirmations and updates will continue to be added.
The 2026 program has been carefully designed to address the key issues facing hydroponic growers today, including:
- Greenhouse and berry crop production insights (TBC)
- Regional development and biosecurity preparedness
- HR and agri-talent solutions
- EU innovation and high-tech investment
- R&D grants and funding pathways
- Crop nutrition under stress conditions
- Pollination efficiency and crop protection
- Labour management (PALM scheme)
- Seed industry innovation panel
- Market insights and retail perspectives
- Grower Panel, Hosted by Chris Millis. Aspects of Protecting Your Crops.
- Seed Industry Innovation Panel, Hosted by Graeme Smith.
In addition to the strong speaker program, the Trade Exhibition will showcase the latest technology, services and solutions supporting our industry.
Accommodation Bookings
Premier Event Concepts has negotiated discounted conference rates with the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park and the Mercure Hotel (located onsite at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park).
We strongly encourage accommodation bookings before 3 April to ensure room availability at the discounted conference rates.
For more information
Please visit the official conference website https://pecbookings.eventsair.com/hff2026
Looking forward to seeing you at our conference.
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