NorthEast Agricultural Expo and Education
2026 northEast Agricultural Expo and Education
We’ve been hard at work making the 2026 Ag Convention bigger, better, and more inclusive of all things farming! The Vegetable Growers Association of NJ (VGANJ) is proud to host this incredible event, but we’re not doing it alone. For 2026, we’ve invited an amazing lineup of ag organizations to join forces with us — including:
Direct Marketers
New Jersey Agricultural Society
NJ Beef Council
NJ Hay and Forage
NOFA-NJ
New Jersey Department of Agriculture
Hotel BOOKING
CALL-INS:
Room Reservations
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Room Reservations
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***All callers will be asked for this code but can also book by saying ** Vegetable Growers **
888-516-2215 (8am-2am EST, 7 days a week)
New Jersey Vegetable Growers Association 2026
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vendor Packet
Download our Vendor Packet below to see new Booth Info, Dates, Pricing, and more.
Here’s what’s new:
New Name, Bigger Tent.
We’ve rebranded to be more inclusive of other commodities and states:
Northeast Agricultural Expo and Education
New (Old) Date:
We’re moving back to our original January week!
NEW DATES: January 20th–23rd, 2026
(Same number of days — we just flipped Monday and Friday.)
More Diverse Programming
We’ve teamed up with Rutgers Extension to offer sessions on:
Equestrian
Livestock
Soil Health
Nursery
Forages
Flower Production
High Tunnel & Vegetable Production
Blueberries
Pesticide & On-Farm Food Safety
Labor & Regulations
Environmental Issues
…and so much more!
Women in Ag Lunch – Wed. 1/21
2026 is the Year of the Female Farmer!
We’re celebrating strong, inspiring women in agriculture with a special lunch featuring:
Guest Speakers
Prizes
Food
Cocktails
More surprises!
Dr. Temple Grandin
Thurs. 1/22
We’re honored to welcome Dr. Temple Grandin to speak at Thursday’s special session. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for New Jersey — don’t miss it!
Please note, you must have an expo pass and ticket for Dr. Grandin’s special to get in to the room. NO LUNCH IS SERVED.
Expanded Trade Show
More commodities = more vendors!
Come meet our loyal exhibitors AND exciting new additions. The trade show is growing — and so should your network!
More Announcements Coming Soon
More Announcements Coming Soon
We’ve got a LOT more in the works.
Stay in the loop by following our new pages
Northeast Agricultural Expo and Education 2026
Northeast Agricultural Expo and Education 2026
Vendors Wanted!
If you are a vendor or know of a vendor who would like to join us, please reach out:
📧 secretary@vganj.com
📞 908-200-3280
Vendor packets will be going out soon!
Registration opens this fall!
Spread the word!
We are going BIG this year! All are welcome and encouraged to join us!