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Join us for the Northern Corn and Soybean Expo on February 9, 2027, at Butler Machinery Arena in Fargo, USA, focusing on corn and soybean production.
Dates
9 Feb 2027
City / country
Fargo, USA
Venue
Butler Machinery Arena
Event overview
The Northern Corn and Soybean Expo is a premier event for farmers, featuring expert speakers and presentations aimed at improving productivity and profitability. Scheduled for February 9, 2027, at Butler Machinery Arena in Fargo, this expo will provide valuable insights into the latest agricultural practices and innovations.
Attendees can expect a day filled with informative sessions and networking opportunities. Northern Corn and Soybean Expo takes place in Fargo, USA.
TL;DR
Attendees will benefit from expert presentations on productivity and profitability in corn and soybean farming. The expo offers a unique opportunity to network with industry leaders and fellow farmers, gaining insights that can directly impact their operations. Don't miss the chance to explore the latest agricultural innovations and practices.
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a targeted audience of farmers and industry professionals. This is a chance to connect with potential customers, generate leads, and enhance brand visibility in the agricultural sector. Participating in the expo can lead to valuable business relationships and increased sales.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
1Fargo, USA
Butler Machinery Arena in Fargo typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Butler Machinery Arena in Fargo typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Butler Machinery Arena for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Who runs the show
North Dakota Soybean Growers Assoc.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
On 2027-02-09 to 2027-02-09, Northern Corn and Soybean Expo in Fargo covering Agricultural machinery and equipment, Seeds and fertilizers for corn and soybean production, Agricultural technology sol gives technology buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Hector International Airport
The primary airport for the expo, served by connecting flights through Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Chicago O'Hare, Denver and Dallas-Fort Worth. Rental cars, rideshare pickup and taxi ranks are at the terminal; there is no rail link to West Fargo. Allow extra time in February for de-icing and snow clearing
Approx. 11-13 miles, 15-20 minutes by car to the Red River Valley Fairgrounds in West Fargo
to venue
TBA
by car
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport
Fallback option when Fargo connections are full or cancelled by weather. Drive or take a connecting flight; a same-day rental car drive on I-94 is feasible in good conditions but risky in a blizzard
Approx. 235 miles, 3.5-4 hours west on I-94
to venue
TBA
by car
Grand Forks International Airport
Smaller regional alternative north of Fargo. Useful for exhibitors coming from Manitoba or northern North Dakota; confirm rental car availability before booking
Approx. 75-80 miles north on I-29, roughly 1 hour 15 minutes by car
to venue
TBA
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fargo-Medical Center
USD 115–145 / night
Approximate February night band; free parking makes it practical if you are driving to the fairgrounds each morning.
Holiday Inn Express Fargo-West Acres by IHG
USD 115–145 / night
Approximate night band. Close to the West Acres retail and restaurant cluster, useful for evening meals after the show floor closes.
Holiday Inn Fargo by IHG
USD 115–145 / night
Approximate night band. On-site bar and full-service feel suit exhibitors hosting evening meetings; breakfast is extra.
DoubleTree by Hilton West Fargo Sanford Medical Center Area
USD 175–236 / night
Approximate upscale night band and the shortest commute to the West Fargo fairgrounds among the listed hotels. Confirm availability for the show week directly with the hotel.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Bus (MATBUS)
MATBUS runs the Fargo-Moorhead city bus system. Service to the fairgrounds area is limited and winter weather can delay buses, so check the route planner the day before and allow a walking leg.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
The cheapest practical door-to-door option from the closest hotel cluster. Expect surge pricing on the morning of the show and a short wait for a return car after the floor closes.
Taxi
Local taxi companies serve Fargo-West Fargo; pre-booking a return time is advisable because taxis are not staged at the fairgrounds all day.
Rideshare from airport
Rideshare pickup is outside the terminal; a winter coat matters because the walk and wait are outdoors. Rental cars are also available on site.
Rental car
Driving gives the most flexibility for visiting farms, dealerships or suppliers around Fargo-Moorhead. Check the rental terms for winter tyre or snow chain policy.
Car with fairground parking
Driving is the most common arrival mode for regional growers. Lots are surface parking and exposed to wind, so park facing out and keep a scraper and boots in the car.
taxi
Fallback option when Fargo connections are full or cancelled by weather. Drive or take a connecting flight; a same-day rental car drive on I-94 is feasible in good conditions but risky in a blizzard.
taxi
Smaller regional alternative north of Fargo. Useful for exhibitors coming from Manitoba or northern North Dakota; confirm rental car availability before booking.
Weather
Early February is the coldest stretch of the Fargo year. Climatological normals put daytime highs near 15-25 F (-9 to -4 C) and overnight lows near 0-10 F (-18 to -12 C), with wind chills well below zero on exposed ground. Snow is the normal precipitation type and blowing snow can close I-29 and I-94 stretches. Build a buffer day into arrival plans, allow extra time for de-icing at Hector International Airport, and check the National Weather Service forecast for Fargo in the 48 hours before travel. Indoor halls are heated; the walk from parking to the gate is not.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
US mobile coverage in Fargo-West Fargo is strong on the major national networks, and 5G is widely available. International visitors should set up an eSIM or a prepaid US SIM before landing; Hector International Airport has limited shopping, so activate roaming or buy a plan in advance. Wi-Fi is commonly offered in hotels and is usually free for guests; if you need reliable internet for booth demos or live data platforms at the fairgrounds, order a dedicated connection through the venue's exhibitor services rather than relying on shared hall Wi-Fi. Bring a US-style Type A/B plug adapter if your devices use another standard, and note that power at the fairgrounds can be limited in older buildings.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Practical dress
Upper Midwest farm-show dress is functional: jeans, work boots or sturdy shoes and a jacket are normal in the exhibit halls. Bring a heavy winter coat, hat and gloves for the walk from the parking lot, and layers for heated halls that swing between warm and drafty.
Greetings and small talk
Introductions are informal and first names are normal. Conversations often start with the weather or the coming growing season rather than with a formal pitch, and growers tend to ask direct questions about yield, maturity and price.
Farm business culture
Red River Valley growers farm large acreages of corn, soybeans and sugarbeets and buy through local dealers and cooperatives. Trust is built in person, so a booth conversation and a farm visit often matter more than a brochure.
Tipping
Tipping is expected in US restaurants and bars at roughly 15-20 percent of the bill, and a dollar or two per drink at the bar. Taxis and rideshares are usually tipped too, through the app or in cash.
Units and language
Expect Fahrenheit temperatures, miles, acres and bushels rather than metric units. English is the working language of the show; exhibitors with international staff should have English product literature on the table.
Local context
Fargo and Moorhead face each other across the Red River on the North Dakota-Minnesota line, and the fairgrounds arena sits in West Fargo. Distances are short by car but long on foot in winter.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: FAR
Fly into Hector International Airport (FAR), which is served by connecting flights through hubs such as Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Chicago O'Hare, Denver and Dallas-Fort Worth; there is no nonstop service from most East Coast cities. A prior Google Flights capture for 9 February 2027 from New York JFK returned unrelated sample fares for other routes, so no fare is quoted here - search FAR directly on an airline or booking site for your dates. Book a protected single itinerary rather than two separate tickets, because a missed connection in February can mean an overnight stay. Give yourself a buffer day before the show if you are exhibiting, check de-icing delays on the day of departure, and confirm baggage rules if you are carrying display materials or equipment samples.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Hector International Airport (FAR): The primary airport for the expo, served by connecting flights through Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Chicago O'Hare, Denver and Dallas-Fort Worth. Rental cars, rideshare pickup and taxi ranks are at the terminal; there is no rail link to West Fargo. Allow extra time in February for de-icing and snow clearing; Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP): Fallback option when Fargo connections are full or cancelled by weather. Drive or take a
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Butler Machinery Arena: Fargo Medical Center area: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fargo-Medical Center; West Acres: Holiday Inn Express Fargo-West Acres by IHG; Fargo: Holiday Inn Fargo by IHG.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft both operate in Fargo-Moorhead and are the easiest way to reach the fairgrounds without a car. From the West Acres or Fargo Medical Center hotel cluster to Butler Machinery Arena expect roughly USD 12-18 one way; from Hector International Airport allow roughly USD 25-35. Confirm the pickup pin at the fairgrounds gate, since surface lots are large and drivers sometimes stage at the main entrance. Surge pricing is likely during the opening hour of the show and after the floor closes, so a pre-scheduled return trip or a shared ride with colleagues is worth arranging.
Public transit: MATBUS is the Fargo-Moorhead city bus system. Service covers the city core and the West Acres area, but reaching the Red River Valley Fairgrounds in West Fargo usually requires a combination of routes and a walk, and schedules are limited. Single rides cost approximately USD 1.50-2.00 with a day pass around USD 4; confirm current fares and route timing on matbus.com or a trip planner. In February, snow and ice can delay buses and pavement at unplowed stops is a real hazard, so most trade visitors use a car, taxi or rideshare instead. Paratransit service is available for eligible riders through the local transit agency.
Parking: On-site surface parking at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds is the normal arrival plan for the expo, and fairground event parking is usually free or nominally priced - confirm the arrangement and lot locations with the organiser before you travel. Expect plowed but icy lots, so wear boots and allow a few extra minutes for the walk to the gate. Accessible spaces are typically located near the main arena entrance; contact the organiser in advance if you need a drop-off closer to the door. Keep a snow brush, scraper and blanket in the car, and note that the lots are exposed to wind, which makes an end-of-day vehicle search in drifting snow unpleasant.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February 2027 (deep winter in the Red River Valley)
Temperature: Climatological normals for early February in Fargo put daytime highs near 15-25 F (-9 to -4 C) and overnight lows near 0-10 F (-18 to -12 C). Cold snaps can push readings lower and wind chills well below zero. These are typical bands, not a forecast - check the National Weather Service for Fargo in the 48 hours before travel.
Seasonality: Winter is the dry season in terms of rainfall, but precipitation falls as snow and drifting snow is the real travel risk. Roads and pavements around the fairgrounds can be icy, and blizzard conditions occasionally close stretches of I-29 and I-94. Snow removal at hotels and the venue is usually prompt but not instant during a storm.
Packing: Pack insulated, waterproof boots with tread, a heavy winter coat, gloves, a hat and a scarf, plus layers you can shed inside heated exhibit halls. Bring a phone charger and a power bank for cold-weather battery drain, lip balm and moisturiser for dry indoor air, and sunglasses for glare off snow. If you are driving, add a snow brush, scraper, blanket and jump leads to the car.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Northern Corn and Soybean Expo usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
check the exhibitor list and mark the seed, chemistry, biological and equipment booths that match your 2027 cropping plan
download route notes for the Red River Valley Fairgrounds in West Fargo and confirm whether you are driving, taking a rideshare or using MATBUS; pull your farm records so you can compare hybrid and variety performance against your own yield, drainage and disease history
check the National Weather Service forecast for Fargo and build a snow buffer into any same-day flight connection through Minneapolis, Chicago or Denver; gather soil test results, SCN sample results and any field maps you want a consultant or exhibitor to review
confirm winter tires, windshield fluid and an emergency kit if driving in from out of state; I-94 and I-29 can close in blizzard conditions
print or save the schedule and note the session times that overlap with your target booths
pack insulated boots, a heavy coat, gloves and a hat, plus layers for heated exhibit halls; confirm your hotel check-in time and parking, and check whether the fairgrounds charges for event parking
confirm the 2027 show date and hours on northerncornsoyexpo.com and register in advance if pre-registration is offered, so your badge is ready at the door; book the Fargo or West Fargo hotel now; February is a light tourist month but blocks of rooms are held for exhibitors and speakers
Registration and hall orientation at Butler Machinery Arena
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Northern Corn and Soybean Expo registration concourse
Butler Machinery Arena
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Butler Machinery Arena
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget

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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Northern Corn and Soybean Expo fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Northern Corn and Soybean Expo, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Agricultural machinery and equipment and Seeds and fertilizers for corn and soyb solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Northern Corn and Soybean Expo in Fargo.
Min. budget
$622.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Agricultural machinery and equipment and Seeds and fertilizers for corn and soyb products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,799.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Fargo show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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