September 2026

Growtech Antalya, the international meeting point of the agricultural sector, is focusing on the future of agriculture in its 25th year. The fair, to be held at ANFAŞ Fair Center on November 24-27, 2026, will bring together the agenda of agricultural technologies, innovation, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and international trade with sector professionals.

Having transformed from a regional fair into an international trade and knowledge platform with 25 years of experience, Growtech Antalya hosted 725 participating companies from 36 countries and 38,638 sector professionals from 135 countries in 2025. The fair aims to reach over 40,000 visitors and more than 725 participants in 2026.

TRANSFORMING 25 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE INTO A GLOBAL NETWORK

Growtech Exhibitions Director Engin Er emphasized that the 25th year means not only celebrating the past but also carrying the accumulated experience to the future of agriculture:

"The 25-year story of Growtech Antalya is actually a reflection of the transformation in the agricultural sector. Starting as a regional fair, Growtech Antalya has today transformed into an international trade and knowledge platform that carries Türkiye's strength in agricultural technologies to the world and brings together sector professionals from different markets in Türkiye. Our 25th year does not only mean celebrating the past for us; it means carrying our 25 years of experience to the future of agriculture."

Sustainable production, water and energy efficiency, digital agriculture, artificial intelligence, climate change, and next-generation agricultural technologies will be prominent on Growtech Antalya's 2026 agenda. The Innovation Stage and Sustainability Stage will also host knowledge and experience sharing for the future of the sector.

Engin Er stated that technology is no longer a goal in itself in the agricultural sector and said:

"Today, producers want to know what artificial intelligence or automation will bring to their business. The real question is not whether we use technology, but whether we can transform technology into measurable efficiency and economic value. At Growtech Antalya, we aim to strengthen this connection between technology and the real needs of producers."

NEW OPPORTUNITIES WITH MEDICAL CANNABIS ZONE

Medical Cannabis Zone is among the notable innovations of Growtech Antalya 2026.

Medical Cannabis Zone will bring together different areas such as controlled cultivation, greenhouse and climate control technologies, irrigation, automation, plant nutrition, genetics, tissue culture, laboratory, R&D, biotechnology, and health applications on the same platform.

Engin Er stated that Medical Cannabis Zone points to a structure where different sectors intersect, beyond being a new product category:

"We do not see medical cannabis merely as a new product category added to agriculture. A new ecosystem is forming in Türkiye at the intersection of controlled cultivation, agricultural technologies, biotechnology, R&D, health, and legislation. Our aim is to evaluate the subject not as a sensational headline, but through accurate information and professional business connections."

At the same time, the Startup Zone for ventures in the field of agricultural technologies will bring startups together with sector professionals, investors, and potential business partners. Ventures will be offered the opportunity to introduce themselves, access investors, establish sector connections, and increase their visibility. Support for innovative ideas and projects will continue with ATSO Growtech Agricultural Innovation Awards and the Plant Breeding Project Market. In 2026, awards will be given in nine categories at the Agricultural Innovation Awards, including Sustainability and Women Entrepreneur categories.

FROM GROWTECH ANTALYA TO THE GLOBAL GROWTECH NETWORK

The international sector network created by Growtech Antalya over 25 years is now growing with new Growtech exhibitions in different geographies. Growtech Middle East, Growtech West Africa, and Growtech Europe are expanding Growtech's international structure, enabling Turkey's agricultural technology and production power to meet with a wider audience of sector professionals in different markets.

Engin Er evaluated Antalya's central role in this global structure as follows:

"Antalya is not just a stop in the Growtech network; it is the center of this structure. The sector expertise, brand awareness, and international connections we have created at Growtech Antalya over 25 years form the foundation of our expansion into different markets today. We are creating a network that connects Türkiye's agricultural production and technology power to different markets through Growtech fairs in Dubai, Lagos, and Rimini."

The 25th year of Growtech Antalya marks an important milestone in this growth that started in Antalya and now extends to different geographies.