Name: Colorado Farm Show
Start: 2027-01-26
End: 2027-01-28
Location: Island Grove Regional Park

Event overview

Overview

The Colorado Farm Show is one of the largest and oldest farm shows in the nation, taking place in Weld County, a major agricultural hub.

This annual three-day event features nearly 350 agricultural exhibits and attracts over 30,000 visitors interested in agricultural products, services, and machinery.

TL;DR

1Date: January 26-28, 2027
2Location: Island Grove Regional Park, Greeley, CO
3Exhibits: Nearly 350 agricultural exhibits
4Attendance: Over 30,000 visitors expected
5Free seminars featuring 60+ speakers

Why visit

Visitors can explore a wide range of agricultural exhibits, attend free seminars led by industry experts, and network with other agricultural professionals.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors gain access to a large audience of potential customers and industry professionals, showcasing their products and services in a prime agricultural market. The Colorado Farm Show serves as a vital platform for agricultural innovation and education, connecting producers with the latest technologies and practices in the industry. It highlights the importance of agriculture in the region and supports local economies.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Farmers and ranchers looking for the latest agricultural technology

Agricultural service providers and suppliers

Students and educators in agricultural studies

Agricultural policy makers and government officials

Agribusiness professionals seeking networking opportunities

General public interested in agriculture and farming

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Agricultural equipment manufacturers

Seed and crop protection suppliers

Livestock producers and suppliers

Irrigation and water management companies

Agricultural technology innovators

Farm management service providers

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Farm machinery and equipment

Seeds and fertilizers

Livestock and animal health products

Irrigation systems and technology

Agricultural services and consulting

Sustainable farming solutions

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Island Grove Regional Park

421 N 15th Ave, Greeley, CO 80631

Attend

Entry & tickets

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

Tuesday & Wednesday from9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Thursday from9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

What's on

Programme

Sessions

Event days

09:00–15:00

Typical time

Speakers

Amy Kremen

Associate Director @ Irrigation Innovation Consortium at Colorado State University

CSU Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS) Program

Timothy Martin

Executive Director @ Irrigation Innovation Consortium at Colorado State University

CSU Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS) Program

Robert Sakata

Agriculture Water Policy Advisor @ Colorado Department of Ag

Hands in the Soil, Eyes on the Water!

Greg Peterson

Executive Director @ Colorado Ag Water Alliance

Colorado Ag Water Alliance Updates

Kyle Whitaker

Water Rights Department Manager @ Northern Water

South Platte and Colorado River Compact Updates

Pat Wells

Water Strategy Specialist @ Northern Water

Securing and Preserving Water Supplies in Northern Colorado

Marilyn Bay

Executive Director @ CFGVA

CFGVA Welcoming Remarks

Joni Kindwall-Moore

Founder & CEO @ The Ryzosphere & Snacktivist Inc.

AI in Agriculture: How to Assess What Tools are Best for You

Jeff Orrey

Founder & Chief Science Officer @ GeoVisual Analytics

AI in Agriculture: How to Assess What Tools are Best for You

Karim Gharbi

Horticulture Specialist @ Denver County Extension

Biological Pest Management Strategies for Vegetable Crops

Tom Bortnyk

Sr VP and General Counsel @ masLabor

Trump Administration Updates to the H-2A Program

Erin Karney

Executive Vice President @ Colorado Cattleman’s Association

Colorado Beef Industry Updates

Travis Grant

Chief Executive Officer @ Colorado Livestock Association

Colorado Beef Industry Updates

Kenton Ochsner

Executive Director @ Colorado Beef Council

Colorado Beef Council Update

Todd Inglee

Colorado Brand Commissioner @ Colorado Department of Agriculture

Colorado Department of Agriculture - Brand Division Update

Dr. Stephen Koontz

Professor @ Department of Ag and Natural Resource Economics, CSU

Cattle and Beef Outlook

Dr. Tony Bryant

Director of Nutrition, Research and Analytics @ Five Rivers Cattle Feeding

BeefxDairy at the Feedyard and Beyond

Anna Shadbolt

Research Associate @ CSU AgNext

CSU AgNext Grazing Principles and Research Update

David Friedlander

Senior Director Market Research @ National Cattleman’s Beef Association

Today’s Beef Consumer

Tuesday, Jan 26, 2027

09:15 – 15:00

CSU Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS) Program

Events Center Room C

09:20 – 09:30

CFGVA Welcoming Remarks

Events Center Room B

09:30 – 10:20

AI in Agriculture: How to Assess What Tools are Best for You

Events Center Room B

10:15 – 11:15

TAPS Panel Discussion

Events Center Room C

10:25 – 11:15

Biological Pest Management Strategies for Vegetable Crops

Events Center Room B

11:20 – 12:10

Trump Administration Updates to the H-2A Program

Events Center Room B

11:30 – 12:00

Hands in the Soil, Eyes on the Water!

Events Center Room C

12:45 – 13:30

Colorado Ag Water Alliance Updates

Events Center Room C

13:00 – 14:00

Produce Sector Social Hour

Events Center Room B

13:30 – 14:15

South Platte and Colorado River Compact Updates

Events Center Room C

14:15 – 15:00

Securing and Preserving Water Supplies in Northern Colorado

Events Center Room C

Wednesday, Jan 27, 2027

09:00 – 10:00

Understanding the Timing of Herbicide Applications

Events Center Room B

09:15 – 10:15

Mountain State K9 Academy

Events Center Room C

10:00 – 11:00

Herbicide Selection: It’s More than the Upfront Cost

Events Center Room B

10:30 – 11:30

The Benefits of Animal Chiropractic

Events Center Room C

11:00 – 12:00

Q &A Panel on Use of Spray Drones

Events Center Room B

Thursday, Jan 28, 2027

10:00 – 10:35

Welcome, Dairy MAX Update

Events Center Room A

10:35 – 11:10

Finding the Edge: Trading Principles for Smarter Dairy Risk Management

Events Center Room A

11:15 – 12:00

Workforce Issues and the State of the Dairy Industry

Events Center Room A

13:10 – 13:30

2026 Colorado Legislative Update

Events Center Room A

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Last edition

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unknown

Visitors: 33,000

Exhibitors: 325

This edition

2027

Visitors: 30,000

Next edition

Not announced yet

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

Visitor total from organiser recap language in captured sources. The most recent edition recorded 33,000+ visitors. The Colorado Farm Show is one of the largest and oldest farm shows in the nation, taking place in Weld County, a major agricultural hub. This annual three-day event features nearly 350 agricultural exhibits and attracts over 30,000 visitors interested in agricultural products, services, and machinery. The Colorado Farm Show serves as a vital platform for.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Farmers and ranchers looking for the latest agricultural technology, Agricultural service providers and suppliers, Students and educators in agricultural studies, Agricultural policy makers and government officials. Date: January 26-28, 2027. Location: Island Grove Regional Park, Greeley, CO. Exhibits: Nearly 350 agricultural exhibits. Attendance: Over 30,000 visitors expected. Documented attendance reached 33,000+ visitors in the reference edition. Colorado Farm Show attracts an.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Northern Colorado Front Range — Weld County (Greeley), Colorado, United States

Why it matters

Greeley sits at the centre of Weld County, one of the most productive irrigated agricultural counties in the United States, and the Colorado Farm Show is its annual gathering point for producers, irrigation districts, cooperatives, equipment dealers and university extension staff. With the South Platte and Colorado River compacts under active renegotiation, the show's water programme in the Events Center makes it a working policy and procurement venue rather than a purely consumer fair — a practical place to meet the buyers, dealers and agencies that serve northern Colorado and the wider High Plains.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Water scarcity and basin compact negotiations

AI and decision-support tools on the farm

Irrigation innovation and sensing

Input costs, equipment pricing and interest rates

Labor, livestock and risk management

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · USD

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

DXB

DXB Airport

to venue

by car

DWC

DWC Airport

to venue

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

Budget

US-34 Bypass / 8th Avenue corridor, ~3–5 mi from Island Grove Regional Park

USD 70–110 / night

Free on-site parking is typical at these properties; rates rise during the show week in late January.

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Mid-range

Centerplace / West Greeley retail district, ~5–7 mi (10–15 min drive) from the venue

USD 110–170 / night

Closest cluster of national-brand business hotels with breakfast and easy US-34 access to the fairgrounds.

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Premium

Downtown Greeley (Lincoln Park / 7th–9th Avenue), ~1.5 mi (5 min drive) from Island Grove Regional Park

USD 180–300 / night

Only full-service upscale option in the city; walkable to downtown dining and closest to the venue — book early for the January show week.

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Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

shuttle

Estimated costUSD 50–75 one way per person

Best forScheduled shared shuttle DEN airport ↔ Greeley/Fort Collins

Reservations required; airport-pickup shuttles run on set departures and cannot be flagged curbside like a taxi. Confirm the drop-off nearest your Greeley hotel.

taxi

Estimated costUSD 10–20 rideshare; free on-site parking if self-driving

Best forGreeley hotel cluster (US-34 Bypass / Centerplace) to Island Grove Regional Park

5–15 min drive from most hotels; park at the Island Grove fairgrounds lots and walk to the Events Center and exhibit barns.

taxi

Estimated costAED 40–55 (metered taxi off-peak)

Best forDXB Airport (DXB) to Island Grove Regional Park

Red Line metro serves DWTC and Expo City when applicable.

taxi

Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forDWC Airport (DWC) to Island Grove Regional Park

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa required

ATA Carnet: check with organiser

Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries may enter the United States for temporary business without a visa; all other business visitors should obtain a B-1 visitor visa before travelling.

Official visa page

Weather

Late January in Greeley is Colorado's coldest, driest stretch: typical highs of 38–46 °F (3–8 °C) and overnight lows of 14–22 °F (−10 to −6 °C), with light precipitation (roughly 10 mm / 0.4 in per month) falling mostly as occasional snow. Expect bright, dry days, sharp overnight freezes and gusty chinook winds; pavilion and livestock-barn areas are unheated, so layered clothing and a warm coat matter more than rain gear.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Tipping

15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars is standard in Colorado; 10–15% for taxi/rideshare is normal and $1–2 per bag for hotel or airport porters. Counter-service coffee shops usually have a tip jar rather than an expected percentage.

Business dress and greeting

Agricultural and equipment exhibitors dress practically — jeans, boots and branded work shirts are common and acceptable at the show. A firm handshake and first names are the norm; business casual is appropriate for the Events Center water/AI-agronomy sessions and any downtown Greeley dinner.

Driving and distances

Northern Colorado is car-dependent: 60 mi (roughly 1 hr) to Denver and ~30 mi (30–35 min) to Fort Collins with no metro rail link to Greeley. Fuel up before the return airport run, carry a scraper/blanket in winter and treat I-25/US-34 as snow-slowdown corridors.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: DXB

Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Greeley; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

Visa

Foreign nationals travelling to the United States to attend a business convention or conference generally need a B-1 visitor visa (or a combined B-1/B-2 visa) unless they qualify for entry under the Visa Waiver Program. Check travel.state.gov for your nationality before booking travel to Greeley, Colorado.

Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

The U.S. Department of State lists attending a business convention or conference among qualifying activities for the B-1 business visitor visa. Travellers who do not qualify for the Visa Waiver Program should apply at a U.S. embassy or consulate in their country of residence before travelling.

Official

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: DXB Airport (DXB); DWC Airport (DWC). Allow road or rail time to Island Grove Regional Park; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Island Grove Regional Park: US-34 Bypass / 8th Avenue corridor, ~3–5 mi from Island Grove Regional Park: Super 8 by Wyndham Greeley, Motel 6 Greeley, Comfort Inn & Suites Greeley; Centerplace / West Greeley retail district, ~5–7 mi (10–15 min drive) from the venue: Hilton Garden Inn Greeley, Hampton Inn & Suites Greeley, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Greeley, CO; Downtown Greeley (Lincoln Park / 7th–9th Avenue), ~1.5 mi (5 min drive) from Island Grove Regional Park: Doub

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Greeley; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Island Grove Regional Park.

Parking: On-site parking is available at Island Grove Regional Park; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: January 2027

Temperature: January (show month): daytime highs typically 38–46 °F (3–8 °C); overnight lows 14–22 °F (−10 to −6 °C).

Seasonality: January is Greeley's driest month — little rain, roughly 10 mm (0.4 in) of precipitation, with snow falling on occasional days (about 6–8 in of monthly snowfall). Expect frozen ground, wind chill and possible light overnight snow; pack a heavy coat, gloves and waterproof boots for outdoor exhibit areas.

Packing: January is Greeley's driest month — little rain, roughly 10 mm (0.4 in) of precipitation, with snow falling on occasional days (about 6–8 in of monthly snowfall). Expect frozen ground, wind chill and possible light overnight snow; pack a heavy coat, gloves and waterproof boots for outdoor exhibit ar

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: 2027-01-26

The published 2027 programme concentrates its strongest content on the Tuesday: the CSU TAPS programme (09:15–15:00), the TAPS panel discussion, the Colorado Ag Water Alliance update, the South Platte/Colorado River Compact update and the AI in Agriculture session all fall on 26 January in Events Center Rooms B and C. Opening day also gives the freshest exhibit-floor access before dealer staffing thins later in the show.

Confirm passport validity and U.S. entry status — Check B-1 business visitor visa or Visa Waiver Program eligibility on travel.state.gov for the Colorado Farm Show, 26-28 January 2027.

Complete online visitor registration for the Colorado Farm Show — Register through the official coloradofarmshow.com registration channel and keep the confirmation email for badge collection.

Book flights into the nearest major Colorado gateway airport — Allow onward ground transfer time to Greeley before the 26 January 2027 opening day.

Reserve hotel accommodation in Greeley near Island Grove Regional Park — Greeley properties closest to the venue fill for the show dates; confirm free cancellation terms.

Download the show floor plan and exhibitor list — Use the coloradofarmshow.com exhibitor directory to map the halls at Island Grove Regional Park.

Shortlist sessions, demos and exhibitor booths to visit — Prioritise agricultural equipment, livestock and agri-technology stands relevant to your buying remit.

Pre-schedule B2B meetings with target exhibitors — Email exhibitors before travel to fix meeting slots during the three show days.

Arrange ground transport between hotel and Island Grove Regional Park — Confirm taxi, ride-hail or shuttle options and typical journey times for the morning peak.

Check late-January weather for Greeley and pack accordingly — Northern Colorado winters are cold; bring layered clothing and closed footwear for outdoor venue areas.

Prepare business cards, meeting documents and product spec sheets — Print or load digital copies of procurement requirements to share with exhibitors.

Reconfirm badge collection and registration details — Bring photo ID and your registration confirmation to the visitor entrance.

Plan day-1 arrival, badge pickup and opening-hours schedule — Arrive early at Island Grove Regional Park on 26 January 2027 to collect your badge before the halls fill.

Sample visitor itinerary

Route-optimised day

TBA

Arrive at Island Grove Regional Park for badge pickup and coffee, then take in the CFGVA welcoming remarks (09:20) followed by the AI in Agriculture session on assessing ag-tech tools (09:30–10:20).

TBA

CSU TAPS programme (09:15–15:00) with the TAPS panel discussion at 10:15, then Hands in the Soil, Eyes on the Water! at 11:30.

TBA

Colorado Ag Water Alliance updates (12:45), South Platte and Colorado River Compact updates (13:30) and Securing and Preserving Water Supplies in Northern Colorado (14:15); in between, walk the exhibit barns for irrigation, seed and equipment suppliers.

TBA

Return to the commercial exhibits for dealer/booth conversations, then use the Events Center lobby and concession area for follow-up meetings before the grounds close.

Side trips

Fort Collins, Colorado

Rocky Mountain National Park / Estes Park

Networking spots

Events Center Room B/C session break areas

Speaker Q&A and coffee breaks around the TAPS, water-policy and AI-in-agriculture sessions are where agency, university and irrigation-district contacts gather.

Commercial exhibit barns and outdoor equipment lots

Dealer and manufacturer representatives staff booths all three days — the primary venue for supplier, seed, feed and equipment introductions.

Events Center lobby and concession area

Central, heated meeting point between the session rooms and exhibit halls; workable for short follow-up conversations and schedule swaps.

Budget

Costs & budget

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

visa_fee

visitor · US B-1/B-2 business visitor visa

USD 185 / per applicant

official

hotel_night

visitor · budget

USD 70–110 / per room per night

estimate

hotel_night

visitor · mid-range

USD 110–170 / per room per night

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hotel_night

visitor · premium

USD 180–300 / per room per night

estimate

per_diem

visitor · standard

USD 60–90 / per person per day

estimate

ground_transport

visitor · DEN airport transfer

USD 50–150 / one way

estimate

booth_space

exhibitor · indoor 10x10 ft booth, indicative

USD 400–1200 / per booth per event

estimate

exhibitor_insurance

exhibitor · certificate of insurance

USD 150–600 / per event

estimate

Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status
visa_fee	visitor	US B-1/B-2 business visitor visa	USD 185 / per applicant	official
hotel_night	visitor	budget	USD 70–110 / per room per night	estimate
hotel_night	visitor	mid-range	USD 110–170 / per room per night	estimate
hotel_night	visitor	premium	USD 180–300 / per room per night	estimate
per_diem	visitor	standard	USD 60–90 / per person per day	estimate
ground_transport	visitor	DEN airport transfer	USD 50–150 / one way	estimate
booth_space	exhibitor	indoor 10x10 ft booth, indicative	USD 400–1200 / per booth per event	estimate
exhibitor_insurance	exhibitor	certificate of insurance	USD 150–600 / per event	estimate

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

visit

You have specific equipment, irrigation or input purchases to evaluate, or you need face time with the water and policy contacts presenting in the Events Center sessions.

Best for

Farmers, ranchers, irrigation-district and co-op staff, agronomists and agri-tech vendors who need the water-policy sessions in Events Center Rooms B and C plus supplier meetings on the exhibit floor.

Min. budget

$700.00

Timeline

2–3 weeks for domestic travel (book hotel early for the late-January week); 8–12 weeks for international visitors needing a US B-1 visa appointment.

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

January ice, wind and overnight snow can delay I-76/I-25 travel and Denver airport arrivals.

Only a handful of Greeley hotels serve the show week; late booking pushes visitors to Fort Collins or Loveland and adds commute time.

exhibit

You sell into Weld County and the High Plains through dealers or direct, and want three days of qualified, recurring farm-operator traffic rather than a one-off stop.

Best for

Equipment dealers, irrigation and ag-tech suppliers, seed/feed companies and service providers with existing northern Colorado distribution or channel partners who can staff a booth for three days.

Min. budget

$2,200.00

Timeline

3–4 months ahead: booth space booking, freight and equipment logistics, staffing rota and insurance certificate.

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm booth pricing with the organiser.

Indicative booth and insurance figures are unverified for 2027; freight and outdoor equipment positioning add cost.

January weather complicates moving machinery into outdoor exhibit areas.

Return depends on qualified regional buyer traffic rather than show-wide attendance.

skip

Your target buyers are concentrated outside Colorado's Front Range and High Plains, or a national event (for example World Ag Expo or Farm Progress Show) already covers the same accounts at lower total cost.

Best for

Vendors with no northern Colorado channel, no distributor in the region, and no water/agronomy product relevance; also buyers with nothing on the 2027 water, AI-ag or equipment agenda.

Timeline

None — reassess for the following January edition if regional channels change.

Risks

Skipping forgoes introductions that regional dealers and irrigation districts expect to make in person.

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