As Russia pursues food security and import substitution, the greenhouse sector is expanding rapidly. The 2026 events calendar offers essential platforms for technology sourcing, networking, and market intelligence across the protected cultivation value chain.
Russia’s greenhouse industry is at a pivotal moment. With government support for domestic vegetable production and ambitious targets for year-round cultivation, the sector has seen remarkable growth. According to recent data, Russian industrial greenhouses produced over 1.66 million tons of fresh vegetables in 2025, with winter greenhouse areas now exceeding 2,142 hectares—two-thirds of which utilize “lightweight” technology. The industry also produced 145,000 tons of cultivated mushrooms and 440 million flowers.
For professionals across the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) spectrum—from vegetable growers to floriculturists, equipment suppliers to technology developers—2026 presents a carefully timed calendar spanning Moscow, Sochi, Mineralnye Vody, and extending to key international partners in Kazakhstan.
The Flagship: Russian International Greenhouse Exhibition 2026 (Moscow)
23rd International Exhibition for Greenhouse Technologies and Horticulture
*June 3-5, 2026 | VDNH Exhibition Center, Moscow*
The Russian International Greenhouse Exhibition is the country’s longest-running and most authoritative event for the protected cultivation sector. Now in its 23rd edition, this annual exhibition has established itself as the primary business platform for connecting greenhouse operators with technology providers.
Official Support and Recognition:
The exhibition enjoys backing from the highest levels of Russian agricultural policy, including:
- Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation
- State Duma Committee on Agricultural Issues
- Moscow Federation Council Committee on Agriculture and Food Policy
- Formally listed in the Russian agricultural sector’s exhibition plan
Scale and Participation:
The 2026 edition is expected to feature nearly 200 exhibitors from Russia, China, Belarus, the Netherlands, Turkey, and Kazakhstan. For international suppliers, this event is widely recognized as the most effective platform for establishing partnerships with Russian greenhouse operators.
Exhibition Coverage:
The show covers the complete greenhouse value chain:
| Category | Specific Products |
|---|---|
| Greenhouse Design & Construction | Turnkey greenhouse projects, structural components, engineering services |
| Equipment & Materials | Climate control systems, heating equipment, ventilation, shading systems |
| Smart Technologies | IoT greenhouse automation, water and fertilizer integration systems, substrates |
| Plant Lighting | LED grow lights, photoperiod control systems, energy-efficient illumination |
| Irrigation & Water Management | Drip irrigation, hydroponic systems, water treatment equipment |
| Plant Protection | Biopesticides, integrated pest management (IPM) solutions, disease control |
| Crop Inputs | High-yield hybrids, seeds, mineral fertilizers, soils and substrates |
| Post-Harvest | Pre-sorting equipment, harvesting tools, packaging and logistics solutions |
Why It Matters Now:
The Russian greenhouse sector is in a technology upgrade cycle. With Western suppliers restricted, demand has shifted toward domestic manufacturers and “friendly nation” partners—particularly China, Turkey, and Belarus. This exhibition serves as the primary gateway for those suppliers to access Russian buyers. Leading greenhouse production regions—including Lipetsk, Moscow Oblast, Krasnodar and Stavropol Krais, Volgograd, Kaluga, Novosibirsk, and the republics of Bashkortostan and Tatarstan—account for over 50% of the country’s greenhouse vegetable output.
The Strategic Forum: VII Agricultural Forum “Greenhouse Industry 2026” (Sochi)
Specialized Forum for Commercial Greenhouse Production and CEA
*April 23-24, 2026 | Sochi, Russia*
If the Moscow exhibition is about products and technology, the Sochi forum is about strategy, economics, and policy. Now in its seventh edition, this specialized agricultural forum brings together greenhouse operators, agribusiness leaders, technology suppliers, and policy stakeholders for two days of focused discussion.
Format and Focus:
Unlike large-scale exhibitions, the Sochi forum emphasizes business networking and practical knowledge exchange. The agenda is organized around critical operational challenges:
- Market Outlook: Trends in protected cultivation across Russia and neighboring regions
- Cost Optimization: Managing energy, logistics, and input constraints
- Import Substitution: Domestic technology development and local suppliers
- Government Programs: Subsidies, regulatory frameworks, and support mechanisms
- Technical Innovations: Irrigation systems, LED lighting, microclimate control
- Floriculture: Specialty crop production and greenhouse flower cultivation
Expected Attendance:
The forum anticipates 200+ industry participants from production, retail, logistics, and finance sectors. The format includes structured supplier-buyer meetings, exhibition elements, and informal networking sessions. For companies seeking direct access to greenhouse owners and decision-makers, this forum offers a more intimate, high-level environment than larger trade shows.
Who Should Attend:
- Commercial greenhouse operators and CEA managers
- Vertical farming and hydroponics companies
- AgTech suppliers (irrigation, lighting, climate control)
- Seed, substrate, fertilizer, and crop protection providers
- Floriculture producers
- Agricultural finance and investment professionals
The Horticulture Powerhouse: PRO YABLOKO 2026 (Mineralnye Vody)
8th International Exhibition of Technologies for Fruit and Berry Production
*June 9-11, 2026 | MinVodyExpo, Mineralnye Vody*
While not exclusively a greenhouse event, PRO YABLOKO is essential for professionals involved in protected fruit and berry cultivation, nursery operations, and high-value horticulture. Now in its eighth year, this exhibition has established itself as Russia’s largest B2B platform for intensive horticulture.
Scale and Support:
- 75+ exhibitors and 2,657+ targeted visitors
- 20,000+ square meters of exhibition space
- Supported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation and the Government of Stavropol Krai
Greenhouse-Relevant Sections:
The exhibition includes dedicated sections directly applicable to protected cultivation:
- Plant Protection and Nutrition – Crop care inputs for controlled environments
- Planting Material – Quality saplings from major nurseries including Sady Stavropolya (Russia’s largest nursery, producing over 3.5 million seedlings annually)
- Progressive Storage Technologies – Post-harvest preservation methods
- Equipment for Gardens and Nurseries – Tools and machinery for high-density production
- Land Reclamation and Fertigation – Soil improvement and advanced irrigation technologies
Three-Day Strategic Program:
The forum is structured to address different segments of the value chain:
- Day One (June 9): Technology, profitability, and operational efficiency
- Day Two (June 10): Industry strategy to 2030 with government and business leaders
- Day Three (June 11): Market access, processing, and value creation
For greenhouse operators diversifying into high-value berry or fruit production, PRO YABLOKO offers unparalleled access to planting material suppliers, fertigation technology, and post-harvest solutions.
The Autumn Technology Showcase: AGROSALON 2026 (Moscow)
International Exhibition of Agricultural Machinery and Equipment
*October 6-9, 2026 | Crocus Expo, Moscow*
AGROSALON is Russia’s largest agricultural machinery exhibition, held biennially. While its primary focus is field agriculture, the event includes a substantial greenhouse and protected cultivation section that makes it relevant for the industry.
Scale:
- 60,000 square meters of exhibition space
- 300+ exhibitors
- 36,000+ professional visitors
- Organized by the Russian Agricultural Machinery Manufacturers Association and the German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Greenhouse-Relevant Sections:
The 2026 edition will feature dedicated areas for:
- Facility Agriculture: Greenhouse machinery and equipment, construction materials, automation systems, irrigation technology
- Post-Harvest Processing: Vegetable and fruit sorting and packaging equipment, cold storage solutions
- Irrigation and Water Management: Drip irrigation systems and products
- Plant Protection: Application equipment for fertilizers and crop protection products
For greenhouse operators focused on large-scale vegetable production, AGROSALON provides access to the heavy machinery and processing equipment needed for commercial operations.
The International Bridge: Flora Expo Astana & Grow Expo Astana 2026 (Kazakhstan)
Central Asia’s Premier Flower and Greenhouse Technology Exhibition
*April 8-10, 2026 | EXPO International Exhibition Center, Astana*
While located in Kazakhstan, these concurrent exhibitions have become critically important for Russian greenhouse professionals seeking international partnerships. The events serve as a neutral platform where Russian companies can meet foreign suppliers, demonstrate products, and maintain business connections.
Scale and Participation:
The 2026 edition will bring together more than 200 exhibitors from countries including Russia, Belarus, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kenya, China, Colombia, Poland, the Netherlands, Ecuador, and others. As of late 2025, 80% of exhibition space was already booked.
Why Russian Professionals Should Attend:
According to the organizers, the exhibition is particularly valuable for Russian companies because it offers:
- A neutral platform for meetings and communication with international partners
- Direct access to foreign suppliers without the complications of direct Russia-Europe travel
- Opportunities to demonstrate Russian products to international buyers
- A venue for establishing and maintaining business connections during a challenging period
Two Complementary Shows:
| Exhibition | Focus |
|---|---|
| Flora Expo Astana | Flowers, plants, planting material, substrates, fertilizers, crop protection products |
| Grow Expo Astana | Greenhouse equipment, cultivation technologies, automation, engineering solutions for plant production |
Key Feature: A Netherlands national pavilion is being formed for 2026. For Russian greenhouse operators seeking Dutch technology and genetics—historically the global gold standard—this pavilion offers direct access despite current geopolitical challenges.
The Floral & Ornamental Greenhouse Event: FlowersExpo 2026 (Moscow)
International Exhibition of Flowers and Plants
*September 7-9, 2026 | Crocus Expo, Moscow*
While FlowersExpo focuses on floriculture and ornamental plants, it includes a significant greenhouse technology section that makes it relevant for protected cultivation professionals. The exhibition is supported by the Greenhouses of Russia Association, ensuring strong industry alignment.
Scale:
- 400+ exhibitors from Russia, China, Belarus, Vietnam, Kazakhstan, UAE, Serbia, Thailand, Chile, Ecuador, Ethiopia, and beyond
- 30,000+ professional visitors
- 18,000+ square meters of exhibition space
- Supported by the Russian Ministry of Agriculture and the Moscow Government
Greenhouse-Relevant Sections:
The exhibition’s scope includes:
- Greenhouse Engineering & Materials: Design, construction, climate control systems, irrigation, shading and screening
- Indoor Growing & Vertical Farming: Plant lighting, plant factories, vertical growing modules, growth chambers
- Smart Agriculture Technology: Robotics, greenhouse cameras, drones, monitoring equipment
- Post-Harvest: Harvesting equipment, sorting and packing lines, packaging, pots and trays
For floriculture greenhouse operators, this is the essential event of the year.
The Regional Consumer Show: Siberian Vegetable Garden. Flower Garden. Country House (Irkutsk)
Regional Exhibition for Gardeners and Small Greenhouse Owners
*August 20-22, 2026 | Sibexpocenter, Irkutsk*
While smaller in scale, this regional exhibition in eastern Siberia serves an important market segment—the consumer and small-scale greenhouse operator. It is organized with support from the Irkutsk Oblast Ministry of Agriculture and the Irkutsk Oblast Government.
Relevance:
For suppliers of small-scale greenhouses, garden equipment, seeds, and planting material suited to Siberian climate conditions, this exhibition provides direct access to the region’s gardening community. The show includes:
- Seeds and planting material adapted to Siberian conditions
- Greenhouses and winter gardens
- Fertilizers and plant protection products
- Garden tools and small machinery
- Landscape design services
The Spring Innovation Event: iAGRI at AGRAVIA 2027
While the January 2026 edition has already passed, it is worth noting for future planning. AGRAVIA hosted the first-ever iAGRI International Trade Show of Agri-Tech Innovations from January 21-23, 2026, featuring a dedicated focus on greenhouse technology.
Highlights from iAGRI 2026 included:
- IoT-enabled greenhouses for year-round berry cultivation
- Autonomous drones for precision agriculture
- Smart sorting machines for vegetables and potatoes
- 30 thematic sessions with over 220 speakers
- Partners including the Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Industry and Trade, and Skolkovo Foundation
For those planning 2027, this January event should be on the radar as the emerging innovation-focused greenhouse platform. Dates: January 20-22, 2027
At a Glance: 2026/27 Russian Greenhouse Industry Events
| Event | Date | Location | Primary Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flora Expo Astana & Grow Expo Astana | April 7-9, 2027 | Astana, Kazakhstan | International greenhouse tech & floriculture |
| Agricultural Forum: Greenhouse Industry | April | Sochi, Russia | Strategy, economics, policy, CEA |
| 23rd Russian International Greenhouse Exhibition | June 3-5, 2026 | VDNH, Moscow | Comprehensive greenhouse technology |
| PRO YABLOKO 2026 | June 9-11, 2026 | Mineralnye Vody | Fruit/berry horticulture, nurseries, fertigation |
| Siberian Vegetable Garden Exhibition | August 20-22, 2026 | Irkutsk, Russia | Regional consumer & small greenhouse |
| FlowersExpo 2026 | September 7-9, 2026 | Crocus Expo, Moscow | Floriculture greenhouse & ornamental plants |
| AGROSALON 2026 | October 6-9, 2026 | Crocus Expo, Moscow | Agricultural machinery & processing |
Strategic Takeaways for 2026
1. Spring in Sochi for Strategy, Summer in Moscow for Sourcing
The Sochi forum (late April) is ideal for understanding market direction, government policy, and networking with industry leaders. The Moscow greenhouse exhibition (early June) is for product sourcing and technology evaluation.
2. Astana as the International Gateway
With direct Russia-Europe travel complicated, the Astana exhibitions (April 7-9, 2027) have emerged as the most effective neutral platform for Russian companies to meet international suppliers—including the Netherlands national pavilion.
3. Floriculture and Food Production Converge
FlowersExpo (September) and the Greenhouse Exhibition (June) both cover greenhouse technology. Depending on your crop focus—vegetables versus ornamentals—you may prioritize one over the other or attend both.
4. Regional Production Hubs Matter
Leading greenhouse production regions—Stavropol, Krasnodar, Lipetsk, Moscow Oblast, Tatarstan, and Novosibirsk—are well-represented at these events. For suppliers targeting specific regions, these concentrations offer efficient customer access.
5. Technology Upgrade Cycle is Underway
The Russian greenhouse sector is actively replacing Western technology with solutions from China, Turkey, Belarus, and domestic manufacturers. Exhibitions are where these new supply chains are being forged.
6. Government Support is Real and Growing
Multiple events receive backing from the Ministry of Agriculture and regional governments. The greenhouse industry is viewed as strategically important for food security, and government support is reflected in subsidies, preferential loans, and active policy engagement.
Who Should Attend
| Attendee Type | Recommended Events |
|---|---|
| Commercial greenhouse vegetable growers | June Moscow, April Sochi, October AGROSALON |
| Floriculture greenhouse operators | September FlowersExpo, June Moscow |
| Berry/fruit growers | June PRO YABLOKO |
| Equipment manufacturers | June Moscow, April Astana, October AGROSALON |
| Technology/automation suppliers | April Sochi, January iAGRI (for 2027 planning) |
| Seed/planting material suppliers | June Moscow, June PRO YABLOKO, April Astana |
| International companies seeking Russian market access | April Astana (as neutral platform), June Moscow |
Russia’s greenhouse industry in 2026 is defined by expansion, modernization, and strategic reorientation. The events calendar reflects a sector that is serious about technology adoption, responsive to government priorities, and actively building new supply chains to replace restricted Western sources.
From the comprehensive technology showcase at the June Moscow exhibition to the strategic discussions at the Sochi forum, from the international bridge in Astana to the specialized horticulture focus at PRO YABLOKO, the 2026 calendar offers entry points for every segment of the protected cultivation value chain.
For international suppliers—particularly from China, Turkey, and other “friendly nations”—these exhibitions represent critical access to one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing greenhouse markets. For Russian professionals, they offer essential networking, education, and commercial opportunities.
The message is clear: Russia’s greenhouse sector is open for business, and the events covered here are where that business gets done.
Note: Dates and venues are based on available information. Always confirm details with event organizers before making travel arrangements.
