The Agri Tech Conference & Expo (AAT2025) is set to take place from 18 – 20 March 2025, at the CSIR Convention Centre in Pretoria. This premier event will bring together global and local experts in agricultural technology, business, and sustainability to discuss the latest advancements and innovations shaping the industry. Over three days, key topics will focus on animal agtech, plant agtech, and agribusiness, offering a comprehensive exploration of agriculture’s technological evolution.
Future Developments in Agriculture Under the Spotlight
What does the future hold for science, technology, and innovation in agriculture? In 2020, Africa Agri Tech set the bar when it launched AAT and highlighted the future impact of science and technology on agriculture. Now, five years later, AAT2025 will provide a further five-year forecast into future developments in this sector. Advances in technology, including the implementation of sensors, machine learning, and AI, have ensured that modern farms and agribusinesses work vastly differently from those of a few decades ago. This change will continue evolving at an ever-increasing pace, driven by innovation and sustainability.
Day 1: Animal AgTech – Innovations for a Sustainable Future
The conference will kick off with Animal AgTech, featuring leading voices in agricultural technology. Dr. Nasiphi Moya, representing Tshwane, South Africa, will open the session, followed by an exciting keynote from Brett StClair (UK), known as ‘The Rebel Technologist’, on Revolutionizing Farming with Rebel Technology.
Key discussion themes will include:
- Net Zero in Livestock Production – Strategies for reducing emissions and increasing efficiency in animal farming.
- AI in Animal Health and Nutrition – How artificial intelligence is transforming animal care and feed optimization.
- Feedlots and Abattoirs on the Cutting Edge – Exploring technological innovations in meat production.
- Cloud Solutions for Livestock Protection – Enhancing farm management with cloud-based tools.
- Precision Livestock Genetics – Advancing breeding techniques for higher productivity.
- Biotech for Productive Sheep & Goats – Harnessing biotechnology to improve small livestock farming.
Day 2: Plant AgTech – The Future of Crop Farming
The second day will shift focus to Plant AgTech, featuring thought leaders such as Mushambi Mutuma (South Africa) on Re-Coding Your Business for Growth, and Pieter Geldenhuys (South Africa) discussing Beyond the Algorithm: The Frontier of AI, Remote Sensing, and Earth Intelligence. Additionally, Alan Hardacre (Brussels), a strategic leader in global advocacy and public affairs, will present Sowing Truth in a Digital Storm: Addressing Technophobia and AI-Driven Disinformation in Agriculture.
Topics under discussion include:
- Advanced Irrigation Technologies – The latest water conservation techniques for efficient farming.
- Robotics in the Future of Crop Farming – The role of automation in boosting productivity.
- Technology as an Enabler – Innovations that are redefining farming practices.
- Earth Observation for Yield Prediction – Using satellite data and AI to enhance crop forecasting.
- Pioneering Farmers – Highlighting those at the forefront of agtech innovation.
Day 3: AgBusiness – Scaling Innovation and Growth
The final day will focus on AgBusiness, bringing insights from Mark Brooks (USA), John Sanei (Dubai), Vuyiswa Ramokgopa (South Africa), and Nick Binedell (South Africa). Their discussions will revolve around funding, artificial intelligence, and economic strategies for agricultural success.
Topics to be explored:
- Trading Smarter – Leveraging technology for more efficient agri-trading.
- African Collaboration for Economic Growth – Strengthening intercontinental agricultural partnerships.
- Future Payment Systems – The role of fintech in agricultural transactions.
- Smart Ag Business Solutions – Integrating data-driven decision-making into agribusiness.
- The Future of Consumer-Centric Marketing – Adapting to changing consumer demands in food and agriculture.
Why Attend AAT2025?
AAT2025 is more than just a conference – it’s a platform for networking, learning, and discovering cutting-edge agricultural technologies. Whether you’re a farmer, technologist, investor, or policymaker, this event offers invaluable insights into the future of sustainable and technology-driven farming.
For more information visit www.aat2025.com