Ready to Grow

22 & 23 October 2026

Toowoomba, Queensland

The Future Farmers Network presents the inaugural Future Hort Leaders Forum, the ultimate educational, capacity building and networking event for the next generation of the horticultural industry.

About Future Hort Leaders Forum

In its inaugural year in 2026, FFN is proud to present the Future Hort Leaders’ Forum (FHLF), an initiative based on the highly successful Young Beef Producers’ Forum, to bring together the next generation of the horticulture industry to connect, learn and lead.

Designed by young people, for young people, the forum welcomes emerging producers and those working across the broader horticulture value chain, from advisors and agribusiness to research, tech and supply chain. Expect practical takeaways, fresh ideas and genuine connections that support you on-farm and off-farm, in life and in business.

From producers to support services, FHLF is a leading education and networking event for the future of horticulture.

Free FFN Membership for Delegates

As a delegate of the inaugural Future Horticulture Leaders’ Forum, you’ll receive a complimentary 12-month FFN membership.

FFN boasts some fantastic benefits for members, including bursaries for study, professional development and significantly reduced rates to attend conferences and other events.

FHLF might be where the conversation starts — but your FFN membership means the connections, opportunities and support don’t have to end when the Forum does.

Welcome to the network. We’re excited to have you with us!

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What you’ll experience at FHLF

Across the forum, you’ll dive into sessions and activities such as:

  • Leadership and career development workshops led by industry specialists
  • Panel discussions with horticulture entrepreneurs, researchers and supply-chain innovators
  • Future-focused sessions covering sustainability, ag-tech, robotics, climate adaptation and market trends
  • Mental health and wellbeing focus sessions
  • Education and industry pathways to showcase a breadth of programs, career stories and opportunities
  • Extensive networking, including a collaboration with the newly formed Young Horties group

Farm Tour

The Property Tour will offer attendees a hands-on opportunity to see innovation in action, observing real-world operations, asking questions, and learning directly from producers in the field.

Coordinated by the committee in partnership with a local grower, the tour will showcase innovative management practices and the ways in which businesses are adapting to strengthen productivity, resilience and profitability.

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Register for the Forum

Tickets include 2 Day event access, Farm Tour & Networking Function

FFN MemberEarly Bird Sale

$ 230

TicketEarly Bird Tickets, on sale until 31 August.

FFN MemberFFN Member

$ 250

TicketFFN members receive $20 off!

Non-FFN MemberEarly Bird Sale

$ 250

TicketEarly Bird Tickets, on sale until 31 August.

Non-FFN MemberNon-Member Ticket

$ 270

TicketNot an FFN Member? You’re still welcome!

Thanks to our Event Sponsors

PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

BRONZE SPONSORS

MEALS & MERCH SPONSORS

Looking to Support our Event? Download our Sponsorship Prospectus

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Have some ideas or want to get in touch?

Drop us an email at admin@fhlf.com.au