The Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo is a premier education and networking event designed to serve today’s citrus, vegetable and specialty crop growers, along with the industry professionals who support them. The Expo brings together growers, researchers, agribusiness leaders and solution providers for two days of practical learning, meaningful connections and industry-driven conversations.
The Expo’s seminar program is developed in collaboration with growers, university researchers and industry experts to ensure sessions address real-world challenges and opportunities facing Florida agriculture. Educational sessions are paired with a robust trade show, creating a space where ideas, innovation and relationships come together.
Back to Fort Myers: A Destination Waterfront Expo
Following the tremendous response to the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo, we are excited to return to Fort Myers for 2027. The Expo will once again be held at the beautiful Caloosa Sound Convention Center, located in the heart of downtown Fort Myers.
Just steps away, the Luminary Hotel & Co. serves as the official host hotel. This premier waterfront property offers multiple on-site restaurants, inviting gathering spaces and a rooftop bar overlooking the Caloosahatchee River. With dining, shopping and entertainment all within walking distance, Fort Myers offers attendees the opportunity to enjoy the destination while connecting with others in the industry.
The 2026 Expo marked an exciting new chapter for the event, bringing agriculture together in a new setting while maintaining the strong focus on education, networking and industry connections that growers have come to expect. The positive response from attendees, exhibitors and sponsors has given us an exciting foundation to build on for 2027.
Built for Growers, Supported by Industry
The Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo is built with growers in mind, offering an efficient, high-value event experience that combines education, access to industry partners and opportunities to connect with peers.
At the heart of the Expo is the opportunity to bring agriculture together. Growers, exhibitors, sponsors, researchers and industry professionals come together to share ideas, discuss challenges, discover new solutions and build relationships that extend beyond the show floor.
Exhibitors, sponsors and industry partners play a critical role in making the Expo possible. Their continued support helps sustain a high-quality program and ensures the event can grow alongside the needs of citrus and specialty crop growers.
Looking Ahead
As agriculture continues to change, the Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo remains focused on growth, innovation and collaboration. By bringing together diverse crop sectors, forward-thinking research and industry expertise, the Expo is positioned to serve as a leading forum for shaping the future of specialty crop production in Florida and beyond.