Tuesday 21 & Wednesday 22 July 2026

The International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium returns to Sydney in 2026 after a standout 2025 event that brought fresh thinking, new connections and practical insights to the industry. Next year’s Symposium will continue that momentum by giving attendees a clear view of what’s changing in fresh produce safety and how to respond with confidence.

Why Attend

Turn knowledge into action
The programme is being shaped around helping attendees understand the issues shaping the industry today. You’ll hear from specialists working on water quality, traceability, pathogen risks, AgTech and AI. Every session aims to give you something practical you can use back in your business or research environment.

Learn from real-world experience
Speakers share cases, challenges and lessons that reflect the realities of growing and the pre- and post-harvest of fresh produce. It’s a chance to gain clarity on what works, what doesn’t and where the evidence is pointing.

Build connections that matter
The Symposium draws engaged professionals from across Australia, New Zealand and overseas. Conversations happen easily, and many lead to new partnerships, research opportunities or support networks that last well beyond the event.

See what’s coming next
From new technology and testing methods to regulatory shifts and global trends, the Symposium keeps you close to innovation. Exhibitors and partners will showcase tools that help lift capability across the supply chain.

Who Should Attend

The Symposium is designed for anyone involved in keeping fresh produce safe, including:

Growers and packhouse teams wanting practical guidance to strengthen on-farm and post-harvest practices

Food safety, QA and technical managers responsible for systems, verification and compliance

Supply chain and logistics professionals involved in storage, transport and handling

Senior managers and executives shaping risk, culture and investment decisions

Researchers, academics and students focused on emerging risks and science-based solutions

Regulators and government agencies working across standards and public health

Peak industry bodies and service providers supporting growers and businesses across the industry

Retailers and procurement teams aiming to source safe, high-quality fresh produce

Join Us in Sydney

The Symposium remains the region’s most focused event dedicated to fresh produce food safety. It’s a chance to learn, connect and prepare for the challenges ahead.

The preliminary programme, speakers and registration details will be released soon.

We look forward to welcoming you in July 2026.