Potato Expo 2026

Potato Expo 2026 – North America’s Largest Conference for Potato Growers, Processors & Agri-Tech Leadership

Potato Expo 2026 returns to the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas—bringing together growers, shippers, processors, seed suppliers, packaging companies, ag-tech innovators, researchers, and equipment manufacturers.

As the premier event for the potato industry in North America, the expo provides unmatched opportunities for exhibitors to showcase new technologies, meet buyers, and connect with key decision-makers shaping the crop’s global market.

Event Overview

Event Name: Potato Expo
Start Date: January 6, 2026
End Date: January 8, 2026
Venue: Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
Venue Address: 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051, USA
City: Grapevine
Country: United States

Event Website: https://www.potato-expo.com/?utm_source=alsett.com
Venue Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/dalgt-gaylord-texan-resort-and-convention-center/overview/?utm_source=alsett.com
ExpoMax360 Source: https://atlas.expomax360.com/event/potato-expo/?utm_source=alsett.com

Introduction

Potato Expo is the largest annual event dedicated to the potato value chain, connecting companies involved in:

• potato cultivation & agronomy

• seed development & genetics

• fertilizers & crop inputs

• irrigation and water management

• harvesting & planting equipment

• storage & post-harvest technology

• processing & manufacturing

• supply chain, packaging & logistics

• sustainability & soil health

• research, data science & innovation

For exhibitors, the expo delivers high-value B2B exposure to growers, processors, distributors, retailers, and industry leaders who drive major purchasing decisions.

What Exhibitors Can Expect

1. Farming Machinery, Equipment & Ag-Tech Solutions

This category includes:

• potato planters & harvesters

• tractors & attachments

• grading & sorting machinery

• storage facility tech

• precision agriculture systems

• GPS-guided tools & automation

Growers attend to discover efficiency-boosting equipment for large-scale operations.

2. Seed Potatoes, Genetics & Crop Input Innovations

Featuring:

• certified seed varieties

• breeding programs & genetics research

• fertilizers & soil enhancers

• crop protection products

• biological inputs & regenerative agriculture solutions

Agronomists and growers look for varieties with improved yield, disease resistance, and climate adaptability.

3. Irrigation, Water Management & Soil Technologies

Exhibitors showcase:

• drip & pivot irrigation systems

• moisture sensors

• soil monitoring tools

• water-saving technologies

• smart irrigation controllers

Water efficiency is a top priority for sustainable potato farming.

4. Processing Equipment, Manufacturing & Value-Added Solutions

Covering:

• peeling, slicing & cutting machines

• frying, baking & dehydration systems

• processing lines for chips, fries, flakes & starch

• QA & packaging automation

• food safety technology

Processors attend with active purchasing plans for line upgrades.

5. Packaging, Logistics & Supply-Chain Services

Includes:

• bagging & pouch machinery

• sustainable packaging materials

• palletizing systems

• cold chain logistics

• transportation & distribution providers

Supply-chain reliability is essential in the potato industry.

6. Research, Data Science, Sustainability & Industry Innovation

Featuring:

• crop modeling software

• climate analytics

• carbon reduction solutions

• regenerative farming techniques

• research institutions & universities

• soil laboratories & testing services

Sustainability is becoming a competitive advantage in potato production.

Why Potato Expo 2026 Matters for Exhibitors

1. The Most Influential Potato Industry Gathering in North America

Buyers include:

• large commercial growers

• agronomists

• processors

• distributors

• food manufacturers

• storage & logistics operators

2. High Purchasing Intent Across Equipment, Inputs & Technology

The expo attracts professionals with immediate procurement authority.

3. Live Demonstrations Boost Engagement & Lead Generation

Machinery and tech demos are major audience magnets.

4. Ideal Platform for Launching New Products

Companies often unveil:

• new seed varieties

• updated processing equipment

• advanced ag-tech tools

• climate-resilient farming solutions

5. Networking With Industry Leadership & Policy Influencers

Associations, research groups, and national agriculture representatives attend.

Final Thoughts

Potato Expo 2026 is a must-attend event for companies serving agriculture, crop production, processing, equipment manufacturing, and sustainable farming.
For exhibitors seeking to grow market share, secure distributors, launch innovations, or reach high-volume growers and processors, this expo offers unmatched B2B opportunities.

Whether your business provides machinery, seeds, crop inputs, processing equipment, or technology, Potato Expo remains the most strategic event in the potato industry.

Industry: Agriculture, Crop Production, Food Processing, Ag-Tech
Tags: potato industry expo, agricultural machinery trade show, crop production technology