Turf Australia National Conference 2026
About this Event
Join Us at the Turf Australia National Conference 2026!
Get ready for an exciting in-person gathering where turf growers from all over Australia come together!
Whether you're a large or small turf grower, this event is the perfect place to connect, learn, and share ideas.
Don't miss out on the latest trends, hands-on workshops, and plenty of networking opportunities.
Mark your calendar for Turf Australia National Conference 2026—we can't wait to see you there!
You can book accommodation at the Sofitel Brisbane Central using the following link: https://www.idem.events/r/turf-australia-conference-b7fc27d5
Day 1 - Welcome and Networking Event - Sunday 2nd August 2026
Welcome Drinks and a evening Brisbane River Dinner Cruise
Day 2 - Conference Day - Monday 3rd August 2026
Welcome and Update – Turf Australia
Keynote Speaker Turfgrass Science – John Charles Sorochan, University of Tennessee
Usage, Attitudes and Contribution of Natural Turf – Patrick Fry Greenfields Consulting
Finance Forward, Preparing Turf Business for Tomorrow – Rubal Walia PwC
Breakout Session 1 – Farm Inputs
Breakout Session 1 – Cost of Production
Breakout Session 2 – Maximising Social Media profile
Breakout Session 2 – Avoid the Discounts Trap in a Slow Market
Mental Health Presentation “The Unbreakable Farmer” – Warren Davies
Gala Dinner – Dinner MC Dennis Scott, from Selling Houses Australia
- Turf Awards
- Community Award
- Social Media Award
- The Joy of Natural Lawn Award
- Charity Auction
Day 3 - On Farm Visits and Location Demonstrations - Tuesday 4th August 2026
Australian Lawn (Laguna Bay Group) visit to:
- Jimboomba Turf
- Allenview Turf
Talk on Practical Turf Farming – Australian Lawn
Turf Queensland – Natalie Scalisi, Industry Development Officer
Turf Knowledge – Matt Roche, Greenspace4D
Automation Presentation and Demonstration
More details to be released in the coming weeks.
"TU21001 Turf Industry Development and Extension project conducted by Turf Australia. This project has been funded by Hort Innovation, using the Turf industry research and development levy and contributions from the Australian Government. Hort Innovation is the grower-owned, not-for-profit research and development corporation for Australian horticulture."
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
AUD 510.00 to AUD 660.00
