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AgroTech 2026 – Silver Jubilee Agriculture Expo in Lucknow, India
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4th Uttar Pradesh State Agriculture Summit 2026
Development Meet on the Future of Agriculture | 4th Uttar Pradesh State Agriculture Summit | U.P. State Excellence Awards | Farmers Workshops | B2B Meetings | Exhibition | Conference and Seminars Thematic Seminars
03rd - 05th December, 2026 | ICAR-Indian Sugarcane Research Institute, Lucknow
Organised By
Host State
Supporting Partner
Knowledge Partner
4th Uttar Pradesh State Agriculture Summit
4 December 2026 | Hotel Renaissance, Lucknow
Chief Guest
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Shri Nitin Gadkari
Hon’ble Union Minister of Road Transport
& Highways, Government of India.
About AgroTech, Lucknow
AgroTech 2026, the Silver Jubilee 25th Edition organised by the Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA), will take place from 3–5 December 2026 at ICAR–Indian Sugarcane Research Institute, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The event will bring together farmers, agribusiness leaders, agri-tech companies, startups, researchers, policymakers and investors to explore agricultural innovation, farm mechanisation, digital agriculture, food processing and sustainable farming.
Through exhibitions, conferences, business meetings, technology demonstrations and farmers' workshops, AgroTech 2026 aims to strengthen collaboration, promote agricultural investment and connect innovative solutions with the farming community.
Scheduled from 03–05 December 2026 in Lucknow, the capital city of Uttar Pradesh, India's largest agricultural state and home to over 250 million people, AgroTech 2026 will bring together key stakeholders to showcase innovations and advancements in:
- Farm Mechanization and Smart Agriculture
- Digital Agriculture and AI Solutions
- Agri-inputs and Farm Technologies
- Climate-Smart and Precision Farming
- Food Processing and Horticulture
- Dairy, Poultry, Fisheries and Animal Health
- Agri-Fintech and Rural Enterprises
- Sustainable Agriculture and Value Chains
As India’s largest agricultural state, Uttar Pradesh offers immense opportunities for agribusiness growth, investment and technology-led transformation, AgroTech 2026 will enable:
- Policy dialogue & knowledge exchange
- Business networking & project partnerships
- Product Display & Technology demonstrations
- Market linkages & agro investments
- Farmer engagement & FPOs interaction
Through exhibitions, conferences, awards, farmer workshops and networking sessions, 25th AgroTech aims to strengthen agricultural modernisation, agri entrepreneurship and agribusinesses, aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047.
25 Years of AgroTech — Voices from the Journey
The Seminars being organized simultaneously during this Agri Expo on agriculture subjects will provide opportunities to exchange ideas for mutual benefits
Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Prime Minister of India (2001)
Uttar Pradesh has immense agricultural potential. AgroTech can help translate this potential into prosperity by connecting our farmers with technology, knowledge and new opportunities.
Shri Rajnath Singh
Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh (2001)
Bringing together Government agencies, public and private sector, agri-business, private entrepreneurs, technologists and farmers to share the available technology and scientific information… will help them to decide the best technological option available to them.
Shri Ajit Singh
Union Minister of Agriculture (2001)
Agricultural progress is the foundation of rural prosperity. AgroTech can play an important role in taking technology, enterprise and development opportunities closer to our farmers.
Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu
Union Minister for Rural Development (2001)
Indian agriculture needs stronger linkages between policy, technology, markets and farmers. AgroTech provides a valuable platform for building these connections.
Shri Sompal
Member, Planning Commission (2002)
With the global opening up, our way of doing agriculture needs a paradigm shift and I am sure this kind of event organized for the first time in the state would be a significant step in the right direction.
Shri Suresh P. Prabhu
Union Minister of Power (2002)
In an era of liberalization and globalisation, the agricultural sector is poised for infinite potential for export and marketing. We must rise to the occasion and meet the challenge to our benefit.
Shri Arjun Charan Sethi
Minister for Water Resources, Government of India (2005)
Sustainable agricultural growth must combine higher productivity with farmers’ welfare and better market access. AgroTech encourages dialogue and partnerships around these priorities.
Prof. Abhijit Sen
Member, Planning Commission (2005)
Agriculture is the backbone of Uttar Pradesh, and farmers are at the heart of its progress. AgroTech brings useful technologies, knowledge and opportunities directly to the farming community.
Shri Mulayam Singh Yadav
Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh (2005)
Technology can transform agriculture when innovation reaches the farmer. AgroTech demonstrates how knowledge, enterprise and technology can come together to modernise farming.
Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu
Former Chief Minister, Andhra Pradesh
The future of agriculture depends upon effective transfer of technology and knowledge to farmers. AgroTech strengthens this vital connection between research, industry and the farm.
Smt. Radha Singh
Union Agriculture Secretary (2006)
Innovation in crop solutions and farm technologies is essential for improving productivity and farmer prosperity. AgroTech provides an effective bridge between industry, science and farmers
Shri Rajju Shroff
Chairman, UPL Group (2006)
Science, education and technology must work together to strengthen Indian agriculture. AgroTech creates a valuable forum for sharing knowledge and encouraging innovation.
Dr. A. R. Kidwai
Governor of Haryana (2007)
AgroTech brings modern technologies, improved practices and market opportunities closer to farmers, contributing meaningfully to agricultural development in Uttar Pradesh.
Dr. Ashok Bajpai
Agriculture Minister, Uttar Pradesh (2007)
Agriculture offers tremendous opportunities for international cooperation in technology, horticulture and value chains. AgroTech provides an excellent platform for developing such partnerships.
H.E. Alphonsus Stoelinga
Ambassador of the Netherlands to India (2007)
Value addition and food processing are essential for enhancing farmers’ incomes and reducing post-harvest losses. AgroTech connects agriculture with processing, markets and investment.
Shri Subodh Kant Sahai
Union Minister of Food Processing Industries (2008)
Technology and innovation can empower farmers and make agriculture more productive and competitive. AgroTech brings together the ideas and partnerships needed to accelerate this transformation.
Shri Anand Mahindra
Chairman, Mahindra Group (2010)
The progress of Uttar Pradesh is closely linked with the prosperity of its farmers. AgroTech helps bring modern technology, better practices and new opportunities to agriculture.
Shri Ch. Laxmi Narayan
Agriculture Minister, Uttar Pradesh (2011)
Agriculture is fundamental to the economy and society of Uttar Pradesh. AgroTech encourages innovation, entrepreneurship and knowledge-sharing for the benefit of farmers.
Shri Ram Naik
Governor of Uttar Pradesh (2015)
Indian agriculture must become more productive, market-oriented and resilient. AgroTech enables meaningful interaction among policy makers, industry, scientists and farmers.
Shri Siraj Hussain
Union Agriculture Secretary (2015)
Modern technology, stronger farmer organisations and better market linkages are essential for improving farmers’ incomes. AgroTech brings these elements together on a common platform.
Shri Narendra Singh Tomar
Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (2021)
Uttar Pradesh is embracing technology, diversification and value addition in agriculture. AgroTech gives our farmers an important window to innovations, enterprises and emerging opportunities.
Shri Surya Pratap Shahi
Agriculture Minister, Uttar Pradesh (2022)
The transformation of Indian agriculture requires innovation, digital technologies, sustainable practices and stronger value chains. AgroTech provides an effective platform for advancing this agenda.
Shri Devesh Chaturvedi
Union Agriculture Secretary (2024)
AgroTech is a valuable platform for bringing together farmers, industry and technology, encouraging agricultural diversification and modern infrastructure while creating stronger value chains that can enhance farmers’ incomes and economic opportunities.
Shri Brajesh Pathak
Deputy Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh (2025)
By bringing innovation, technology, value addition and market opportunities closer to farmers, AgroTech can play an important role in strengthening Uttar Pradesh’s horticulture sector, improving productivity and creating better returns for farmers.
Shri Dinesh Pratap
Minister for Horticulture, Agricultural Marketing & Exports, Uttar Pradesh (2025)
AgroTech provides a meaningful platform for innovation, collaboration and technology in agriculture, ensuring that modern solutions ultimately reach and benefit farmers even in the remotest villages
Smt. Anandiben Patel
Governor of Uttar Pradesh (2025)
Welcome Foreign Delegates
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H.E. Mr. Mariano Agustín Caucino Hon'ble Ambassador
Embassy of Argentina in Indiamore -
H.E Mrs. Inga Ionesii Hon'ble Ambassador
more
Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in India -
Dr. Waiel S. H. Awwad Secretary General
Syria
IACCIA -
Olakunle Dabiri Deputy General Manager -Technical
Nigeria
National Agricultural Development Fund -
Mohammad Haseeb Strategic Country Manager – India
UAE
RAKEZ -
Dennis O. Carte Group Chief Executive Officer
Ghana
Maxigate Group -
Chijioke Okoli Chief Executive Officer
Nigeria
Agcoms International -
Victor Afari- Sefa Global Research Program Director &
Ghana
Country Representative - ICRISAT
Transforming Agrifood Systems (TAS) -
Fabrizio Jorge Founder & CEO
Australia
Sistina Group -
Padraig Hennessy Chief Executive Officer
Ireland
TERRA NutriTECH and Ch4guard -
Prof. M. S. Reddy Founder & Chairman
USA
Asian PGPR Society for Sustainable Agriculture -
Nouran Ezzeldin Founder and CEO
Egypt
Granos Oro -
Michael Crawford Chief Executive Officer
Australia
SOIL CRC -
Fannie Gondwe Founder and Executive Director
Malawi
Perisha Agro and Packaging Enterprise -
Jose Cisneros Director, IP & PoP in Entrepreneurship
USA
NC State University -
Charles Robert Managing Director
South Africa
DRIS SA (Pvt) Ltd -
Dr Mandar Godge Chief Executive Officer
Singapore
GRAIN International Pvt. Ltd. -
Thomas Aholouhouede Chief Executive Officer & Founder
Benin
Satino -
Margaret Maizel Chief Executive Officer
Colorado
AgSentia -
Abram J. Bicksler President/CEO
USA
ECHO International -
Timothy Wanjohi Chief Executive Officer
Kenya
Market Farm Ltd -
Sara R. Gross Founder & Lead
USA
Harvesting Lives/Cosechando
Vidas Jeevan Samposhan -
Nikolet Zwart Lawyer & Chair
Netherlands
BioLegal and CERES Food Security -
Daniel Pas Director
Netherlands
Farmers Owners
Eminent Guests
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Dr Ashok Dalwai Chairman of the Karnataka
Agri Price Commission
Director General
Former CEO, National Rainfed
Area Authority, GoI.
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Anil Kakkar Vice President
Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd
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Roshan Lal Tamak Executive Director & CEO
DCM Shriram Ltd. (Sugar Business)
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Dr. Paresh Verma Director General
Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII)
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Dr Kalyan Goswam Director General
Agro Chem Federation of India
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Dr. HS Oberoi Director
NIFTEM
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Sharmila Oswal Founder, Gudmom by 1Organic
Millet Woman of India
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Sunil Khairnar Advisor, Indigram Labs Foundation
and Co-Founder & Advisor, AgriWatch
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Salhath KhanDirector
Flipkart Minutes
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Yogendra KumarMarketing Director, IFFCO
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Manoj VarshneyChief Executive Officer
IFFCO-MC Crop Science
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Jeff PeetSenior Director
Programs & International Affairs
World Agriculture Forum
Past Glimpses
Why Uttar Pradesh?
- India’s largest state with consumer base with 250 million people
- India’s largest producer of agricultural products
- Major producer of sugarcane, wheat, potatoes, milk, fruits & vegetables
- Strategic connectivity across North, East & Central India
- Fast-growing hub for food processing & agri industries
- Strong policy support for agri investments and projects
- Large farmer base, accounting for 50% of the population
- Agri Entrepreneurship and growing agri-startup ecosystem
- Strong opportunities in value addition, technology and exports
- Key state for India’s agricultural transformation agenda
Focused Sectors
- Seeds & Biotechnology
- Crop Protection & Plant Nutrition
- Bio-inputs & Sustainable Agriculture
- Horticulture & Floriculture
- Animal Health & Veterinary Care
- Farm Machinery & Micro Irrigation
- ICT, AI & Extension Services
- Sugar Technologies & Processing
- Agro Processing and Value Addition
- Credit, Insurance & Agri-Finance
- Dairy, Poultry & Fisheries
- Research & Technology Institutions
- Organic Agriculture & Environment
- Agri-Marketing, Trade & Logistics
- MSME, ODOP & Rural Enterprises
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PromotionAn extensive outreach campaign across India and overseas will mobilise farmers, government agencies, researchers, agribusinesses, institutions, investors and international organisations for this three-day event.
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Exhibition PavilionsInternational-standard exhibition spaces with covered hangars, open machinery display zones and live demonstrations.
Farmers Workshop
Dedicated Farmers' Workshops will be organized throughout all three days of AgroTech 2026, providing a unique platform for knowledge sharing, technology dissemination, and direct interaction between farmers, industry experts, researchers, and government agencies. Companies and organizations can sponsor exclusive workshops to showcase their products, technologies, and innovations, conduct live demonstrations, engage directly with farmers, and strengthen their outreach among the farming community.
Progressive Farmer Awards
25 progressive farmers from Uttar Pradesh will be recognised for innovation, best practices and outstanding agricultural achievements in consultation with the State Government and district administration.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Position your organisation as a leader in agriculture through customised sponsorship packages offering high visibility, branding, networking, speaking opportunities and business engagement.
State Excellence Awards
Outstanding organisations and individuals demonstrating excellence in agriculture, agribusiness and allied sectors will be recognised by ICFA and the Awards Jury.
Strategic Objectives
- Showcasing latest technologies, inputs and best practices to farmers
- Promoting investment opportunities in Uttar Pradesh agriculture
- Building partnerships among industry, institutions and global organisations
- Connecting with 10,000+ progressive farmers and agri stakeholders
- Facilitating interaction with policymakers and government leaders
- Shaping growth roadmaps for food, dairy, poultry, fisheries
and horticulture - Accelerating growth in agribusiness sector, logistics and
agro infrastructure
Key Pavilions
- Agri Inputs & Crop Solutions
- Agro Processing and Logistics
- Agri Start-ups & Innovation
- Technology & Digital Agriculture
- Horticulture and Food Processing
- Dairy, Poultry, Fisheries and Animal Health
- Farm Machinery and Digital Agriculture
- MSME, FPOs, ODOP and Cooperatives
- Rural Market and Consumer Pavilion
Past Partners and Sponsors
Past Exhibitors
