Northern Farming Conference
Wednesday 4th November 2026,
Hexham Auction Mart
For its seventeenth year, the 2026 Northern Farming Conference will take place on Wednesday 4th November at Hexham Auction Mart in Hexham.
The annual event is one of the most prestigious events in the north, attracting nearly 250 farmers, industry experts and politicians to network, listen and question a super line up of speakers.
Farmer Panelists:
Click here to view the 2025 Northern Farming Conference presentations.
The event is renowned for its mix of formal and informal debate and has now cemented its position as the 'go-to' conference for the sector in the North.
If you missed the 2025 Northern Farming Conference, you can read the report here.
The next Northern Farming Conference will take place on Wednesday 4th November 2026. To add next year's event to your diary, please click the button below and select your preferred calendar.
Turning a Corner: Building the Future of Farming
Farming has been through a difficult and uncertain decade — Brexit, the pandemic, changing support schemes, global conflict, inflation, trade pressures and shifting government policy have all created huge challenges for farm businesses.
But those who have adapted are becoming stronger, more resilient and more focused on building profitable, sustainable businesses for the future. With greater independence comes both opportunity and risk.
The future of farming will be shaped by innovation, technology, artificial intelligence, data and scientific advances — but people remain at the centre of successful businesses. Strong leadership, skilled teams and attracting new talent into the industry are just as important as good soils and livestock.
This conference will explore how farming businesses can adapt, grow and unlock new profitable opportunities across agriculture and land use. It will focus on practical business thinking, global market opportunities, people, skills and the future talent needed to keep the industry thriving.
