The Global Produce & Floral Show 2026
Event Date
October 14–16, 2026
Location
Orlando, FL
Expected Exhibitors
1,000
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Global Produce & Floral Show (GPFS) is the flagship annual expo and conference of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), bringing together the entire fresh produce and floral supply chain in one place. Attendees include grower-shippers, suppliers, brokers, supermarket and wholesale buyers, floral, and foodservice professionals, all gathering to source products, discover solutions, and build revenue-driving relationships.
The show is built around a large categorized expo floor plus a full program of networking and education. The 2026 expo floor is categorized, making it effortless to find exactly what your business needs from more than 1,000 exhibitors, spanning produce, floral, complementary items, retail solutions, supply chain logistics, packaging, science and technology, and machinery.
It is worth attending because it concentrates global buyers and sellers into a single, efficient marketplace. It draws over 20,000 professionals from across the fresh produce and floral supply chain, making it a one-stop global destination to meet partners, close deals, and discover what's next. For 2026, the Global Show is moving to a weekday schedule: Wednesday-Friday, October 14-16, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.
Show Highlights
The Global Show combines a categorized expo floor with signature networking and education programming.
- Core Products zone — source the freshest and highest quality produce, floral, and complementary products from global growers and suppliers.
- Business Solutions & Innovations — discover innovations in retail tech, supply chain logistics, sustainable packaging, heavy machinery, and science & technology.
- Networking & Education — signature events include the State of the Industry, Education Festival and Welcoming Reception.
- Signature sessions — the Welcome Reception, Networking Meals, Community Receptions, Keynotes, Show Floor Education, and the Education Festival.
- Women's Fresh Perspectives Breakfast — from the State of the Industry to the Women's Fresh Perspectives Breakfast and the Welcome Reception, the All Access Pass puts attendees front and center for key insights and connections.
- Fresh Ideas Showcase — a dedicated program spotlighting new products and innovations on the show floor.
Attendance
According to IFPA, the show draws a large global audience of industry decision-makers. Join over 20,000 professionals from across the fresh produce and floral supply chain. The show reports 1,000+ exhibitors spanning produce, floral, complementary items, packaging and technology; attendees from 70 countries and all 50 US states; over 5,000 decision-makers with buying power; and 82% of attendees who directly influence the purchasing process.
Registration
Registration is handled online through IFPA's event portal, with two main pass types for 2026:
- All Access Pass — $1,395: the complete experience including everything in Expo-Only plus premium keynote addresses with guaranteed seating for the State of the Industry and keynote speakers, VIP networking meals including the Women's Fresh Perspectives Breakfast and daily networking breakfasts, and the exclusive Welcoming Reception.
- Expo Only — $995: for those focused solely on exploring products and innovation, including access to the full expo and show floor education sessions, but not keynote addresses, networking meals and breakfasts, or Welcoming Reception entry.
International attendees can obtain a letter of invitation for a B1 visa after registering online. Attending the Global Show is a recognized and authorized activity under the B1 Visa category.
History
The Global Produce & Floral Show is produced by the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), headquartered in Washington, DC. For 2026, IFPA has changed the event's traditional weekend format: the Global Show is moving to a weekday schedule of Wednesday-Friday, October 14-16, 2026, in Orlando, Florida. The event has grown into one of the largest global gatherings for the fresh produce and floral supply chain, hosting more than 20,000 professionals and over 1,000 exhibitors.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: August 1, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2026 Global Produce & Floral Show?
The show takes place October 14-16, 2026 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. For 2026 it has moved to a weekday schedule, running Wednesday through Friday.
Who should attend the Global Produce & Floral Show?
It is designed for the entire fresh produce and floral supply chain, including grower-shippers, suppliers, brokers, supermarket and wholesale buyers, floral, and foodservice professionals. The event draws over 20,000 attendees from 70 countries and all 50 US states.
How much does registration cost and how do I sign up?
You register online through IFPA's event portal. The All Access Pass is $1,395 and includes keynotes, networking meals and the Welcoming Reception, while the Expo Only pass is $995 and covers the full expo and show floor education sessions.
How many exhibitors are at the show and what will I find?
The 2026 expo floor features more than 1,000 exhibitors on a categorized floor. Categories include produce, floral, complementary items, retail solutions, supply chain logistics, packaging, science and technology, and machinery.
What are the hotel and parking options near the venue?
IFPA offers an official hotel room block near the Orange County Convention Center, booked exclusively through Expovision, with shuttles running between most official hotels and the venue. The OCCC provides on-site paid parking at its West and North-South Buildings, plus additional parking at the Destination Parkway Garage.
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