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. 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
You asked, and we listened! The Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo is returning to Fort Myers! The Expo will be held at the beautiful Caloosa Sound Convention Center, a modern venue in the heart of downtown Fort Myers.
Just steps away, the Luminary Hotel & Co. serves as the official host hotel. This premier waterfront property is within easy walking distance of the convention center and offers multiple on-site restaurants, inviting gathering spaces and a sophisticated rooftop bar overlooking the Caloosahatchee River. Located in the center of downtown Fort Myers, the Luminary places visitors close to dining, shopping and entertainment, making it easy to enjoy the city beyond the show floor.
One of the most exciting improvements for 2026 is the integration of the seminar program and trade show into a single shared space. Educational seminars will be held within the trade show ballroom itself, with soundproof walls separating seminar areas from the exhibit floor. This design allows attendees to move seamlessly between learning and networking without missing a beat, while ensuring strong seminar attendance and consistent traffic throughout the trade show — key benefits for both growers and exhibitors.
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.
Exhibitors, sponsors and industry partners play a critical role in making the Expo possible. Their support helps sustain a high-quality program and ensures the event continues to evolve 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.