The 7th edition of Aquafarm and NovelFarm, an international conference and trade show on agritech innovations, soilless, and vertical farming, is set to take place from February 18-19, 2026, at the Pordenone Exhibition Centre. This event is dedicated to professionals in the agricultural industry, covering a wide range of topics from open-field innovations to vertical farming, including soilless, aquaponics, aeroponics, and hydroponics. The exhibition area and conferences are focused on the cultivation, processing, and use of algae and microalgae.

In the 2025 edition of Aquafarm and NovelFarm, there were a total of 2,400 visitors. This marked a significant increase from the previous year with a +41% rise in visitors and +110% growth in exhibitors. The event saw a 30% increase in professional participation compared to the previous year. The exhibition area was reserved for companies involved in the entire algaculture supply chain.

Aquafarm offers an opportunity for professional updating, networking, and business in indoor, soilless, and vertical farming sectors. Admission is free of charge upon registration. Exhibitors can book their stands to showcase their products and innovations. Additionally, NovelFarm provides various sponsorship opportunities to increase visibility.

The event also includes an international conference & trade show on aquaculture, shellfish farming, algaculture, and fishing industry. This co-located event offers a comprehensive platform for professionals to explore new growing systems and techniques.

According to Tom Z?llner from FarmTech Society, "The audience was a true surprise for me! This solid professional participation for a new innovation-driven fair is a sign for a transformation in an industry that is normally adversely interested in innovation - quite a serious global phenomenon." He further noted that the agricultural sector is finally undergoing important changes with integrated controlled environmental agriculture (CEA) and attracting young farmers.

Pordenone Exhibition Centre hosts approximately 30 fairs annually at its location in Pordenone (PN), Italy. The center has nine halls with an internal exhibition area of 30k sqm and an external exhibition area of 70k sqm.