THEY might be business rivals but 11 international horticultural seed companies have come together to start planting as part of the 2021 Lockyer Valley Growers Expo.
The expo will be held on June 6 and 7 at the Gatton Research Facility on the Warrego Highway.
The seed companies that will be exhibiting at the expo are:
The event will lead into the major horticulture event, Hort Connections 2021 happening at the Brisbane Exhibition and Convention Centre from June 7 to 9.
The Lockyer Valley Growers Expo will showcase new vegetable varieties and innovations in seed technology and breeding.
The event was last held at the site in 2016 and was unable to go ahead in 2019 due to the impact of severe drought conditions in the region.
Bayer Crop Science - vegetable seed division's Josh Squibb said all seed companies started planting about six weeks ago to ensure the best varieties across a selection of different crops are showcased at the expo.
"The Lockyer Valley produces 120 different horticultural crops and to have ten international seed companies showcasing their varieties will be a really great sight. Bayer Crop Science - vegetable seed division have been strong supporters of the Lockyer Valley Growers since it started and our company is very excited about the expo," Mr Squibb said.
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The expor will also provide machinery and innovative technology demonstrations, cooking demonstrations and other industry specific exhibits.
"Bayer Crop Science look forward to showcasing their Seminis leafy greens and vegetable varieties suitable for winter production at the expo," Mr Squibb said.
"We absolutely love the opportunity of showcasing our products and engaging with growers from across Australia and hopefully New Zealand ".
Tickets to attend the expo start at $20 for a full day single ticket. To pre-book, visit: https://events.hortconnections.com.au/lvgrowers-expo-2021/landing/Site/Register?fbclid=IwAR00Bb2Ppe6YOzQaOHyLmsSv0k3rG6hX-f_OC-4nzxfohtlA9qVCWyV0Oc8
To keep updated about the expo go to www.lockyervalleygrowers.com.au or like the Facebook page.
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