Overview
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:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Committee Chair
Protected Cropping Australia
Register Your Interest
Register your interest as a delegate, sponsor/exhibitor or speaker below.
Call for Abstracts
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.
If successful, the Program Committee may further consider your abstract for panel and plenary sessions in the reviewing process.
Program
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Interested in Sponsoring?
There will be a number of opportunities for organisational branding and recognition both in the lead up to and during the conference.
For further information, please contact All Occasions Group via sponsorship@aomevents.com.
Venue
The Conference will be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre (ACC). The ACC is conveniently located in the heart of the city centre and nestled within the beauty of the Riverbank Precinct, just 15 minutes’ drive from Adelaide Airport.
The Adelaide Riverbank Precinct is a hive of activity and where the city’s cultural, sporting, education, medical, conference and entertainment zones merge, making it Australia’s best connected business events precinct. It is also a short walk to international and boutique hotels and accommodation. Public transport, the Adelaide Railway Station and taxi ramps are also at the Centre’s doorstep.
For more information, please visit the Adelaide Convention Centre website here.
Destination Adelaide
Adelaide offers all of the benefits of a large international metropolis without the problems of a huge city. Add its Mediterranean climate, ease of access, affordability, quality accommodation, excellent shopping options, and it’s easy to see why conference delegates refer to Adelaide as “the perfect conference city”.
Adelaide is the perfect opportunity to relax and play. Discover the local gourmet food and famed regional wines. Enjoy fun social events and adventurous outings.
The unique wildlife parks, clean beautiful beaches, vibrant cafés, great dining, riverboats and dolphin cruises make Adelaide a great family holiday destination.
Map of Adelaide CBD and North Adelaide
Use this functional map to find local attractions and navigate your way through the streets of Adelaide’s CBD and North Adelaide, including a guide to lanes and arcades off Hindley and Rundle Street. You’ll also find information regarding free Wi-Fi in the city and emergency contacts.
ADELAIDE CENTRAL MARKETS
Visit the world-famous Adelaide Central Markets, a foodie delight which is home to hundreds of stalls selling everything from fresh produce to cheese to chocolate and more! For more information, visit the Adelaide Central Market Website.
BAROSSA VALLEY
Taking a winery tour of the Barossa Valley, Adelaide Hills or McLaren Vale regions; all which are within an hour’s drive of the city-centre and produce some of the world’s best wines. For more information, the visit Barossa Australia Website.
BIKE RIDING
Hire a free bike to ride around the city. There are cycle lanes that allow safe and quick travel for cyclists. Some of these lanes are painted green and have a dedicated “bike box”. Bike boxes ensure cyclists are easily seen at intersections, by allowing them to wait safely in front of traffic. For more information, visit the City of Adelaide Website.
SA MUSEUM & ART GALLERY
Admire the nation’s most comprehensive displays of Indigenous culture at the SA Museum and see the nation’s finest collection of early European settlement art at the Art Gallery of SA, both conveniently located on North Terrace in the city. For more information, visit the Art Gallery of SA Website or SA Museum Website.
ADELAIDE ZOO
Visit the Adelaide Zoo and its famous pandas in the city centre, or Monarto Open-Plain Zoo, which is known as Australia’s “Little Africa”. For more information, visit the Adelaide Zoo Website.
TRAM
Adelaide Metro offers free public transport options in the city and North Adelaide. The free City Connector bus links you to popular city attractions, shopping, dining, education and other services. You can also take a tram out to historic sea-side Glenelg. For more information, visit the City of Adelaide Website.
CONFERENCE
INFORMATION
Protected Cropping Australia
Conference 2025
28-30 July 2025
Adelaide Convention Centre
CONFERENCE
ORGANISERS
12 Stirling Street
Thebarton SA 5031