The Global Potato Summit 2026 will be held on 16–17 December 2026 at the Mahatma Mandir Convention & Exhibition Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India. This premier international gathering will bring together stakeholders from across the global potato industry to exchange knowledge, showcase innovations, build partnerships, and drive sustainable growth throughout the potato value chain.
Purpose and Vision
The Global Potato Summit 2026 is conceived as a unified platform to address challenges and opportunities within the potato sector — spanning seed development, cultivation, processing, storage, logistics, marketing, and global trade. With India’s expanding role in potato production and processing, the Summit aims to strengthen international collaboration while supporting innovation-led, inclusive, and resilient growth.
International Exhibition
A large-scale international exhibition will form the backbone of the event, featuring leading companies and solution providers showcasing:
- Seed potatoes and breeding innovations
- Farm machinery, mechanisation, and precision agriculture tools
- Irrigation systems, fertilisers, and crop protection solutions
- Post-harvest technologies, cold storage, and warehousing
- Processing equipment, packaging, and logistics solutions
The exhibition will offer participants direct access to the latest technologies shaping productivity, quality, and sustainability in the potato industry.
Conference and Knowledge Sessions
The Summit will host a high-level conference programme led by global experts, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders. Key discussion themes will include:
- Global potato market trends and trade dynamics
- Climate-smart and sustainable farming practices
- Digital agriculture and technological innovation
- Food safety, quality standards, and value addition
- Investment opportunities and policy frameworks
These sessions are designed to provide actionable insights and strategic direction for industry stakeholders.
Business Networking and Partnerships
Dedicated networking platforms, including B2B meetings and industry interactions, will enable meaningful engagement among farmers, processors, exporters, technology providers, government representatives, and investors. The Summit aims to facilitate collaborations, commercial partnerships, and long-term business relationships across domestic and international markets.
Awards and Industry Recognition
The Global Potato Summit 2026 will celebrate excellence and leadership through a dedicated awards programme recognising achievements in:
- Innovation and technology adoption
- Sustainability and environmental stewardship
- Export growth and market development
- Leadership and contribution to the potato ecosystem
These awards will highlight success stories and inspire best practices across the industry.
Farm Demonstrations and Technical Showcases
Practical learning will be supported through technical demonstrations and showcases focused on modern cultivation practices, mechanisation, yield optimisation, and post-harvest management. These sessions will help bridge the gap between research, innovation, and field-level implementation.
Who Should Attend
The Summit is ideal for:
- Potato growers and farming organisations
- Seed producers and agri-input suppliers
- Processors, exporters, and traders
- Cold chain, logistics, and storage companies
- Agritech innovators and solution providers
- Policymakers, researchers, and investors
Strategic Importance
The Global Potato Summit 2026 is more than an event—it is a global industry catalyst focused on strengthening the potato value chain, expanding trade opportunities, promoting sustainable practices, and accelerating innovation. By bringing together global expertise and industry leadership, the Summit aims to shape a progressive and resilient future for the potato sector.
