Conference agenda

Discover the Future of Horticulture in North America

GreenTech North America is launching a brand-new, dedicated congress focused on the rapid developments reshaping horticulture across the continent. With technology and innovation at the core, the congress brings together leading experts, growers, innovators, investors, and solution providers to explore the challenges and opportunities driving the industry forward.

Our full program will be revealed gradually over the coming weeks. Stay tuned for announcements about top-tier speakers, influential thought leaders, and cutting‑edge sessions that will illuminate the next era of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) and open‑field crops under cover, including high‑tunnel production systems.

Wednesday 23 September

09:00 AM - 09:45 AM Opening conference/ Keynote

09:45 AM - 10:30 AM General session

10:40 AM - 11:30 AM 2x Breakout sessions

11:40 AM - 12:30 PM 2x Breakout sessions

12:30 PM - 01:30 PM Lunch

01:30 PM - 02:15 PM General session

Thursday 24 September

09:00 AM - 09:45 AM General session

09:45 AM - 10:30 AM General session

10:40 AM - 11:30 AM 2x Breakout sessions

11:40 AM - 12:30 PM 2x Breakout sessions

12:30 PM - 01:30 PM Lunch

Expo opening hours

Wednesday 23 September 2026 | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 24 September 2026  | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Key themes you can expect

  • Water quality and water management innovations
  • Sustainability and footprint reduction (including LCA and impact calculations)
  • Energy‑saving technologies and sustainable energy strategies
  • Robotics and advanced automation, including humanoid applications
  • Post-harvest handling insights and technology
  • Crop-focused deep dives: leafy greens, pot plants, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, strawberries
  • Labor challenges & opportunities: the future of foreign labor programs (e.g., H‑2A)
  • Preparing human capital for emerging technologies in CEA
  • North America’s position in domestic & global horticultural markets
  • Smart and right‑sized investments in technology
  • The rising importance of local markets in sustainable operations
  • Production efficiency strategies
  • The role of international talent in shaping the industry
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GreenTech North America visitors

Why attend?

  • Gain early insights into breakthrough technologies transforming horticulture
  • Learn from leading global experts and high‑impact industry voices
  • Discover practical solutions to key challenges facing North American growers
  • Connect with innovators, investors, growers, researchers, and solution providers
  • Be part of shaping a more sustainable, efficient, and future‑proof horticultural industry

    More information and speaker announcements are coming soon. Keep an eye on this page for updates.