Impact
A bigger and stronger platform
The 2026 World Ag Expo delivered a near-perfect show with three days of sunshine, drawing over 100,000 attendees (a slight increase from 2025) and 1,179 exhibitors from 53 countries and all 50 U.S. states. The 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space showcased cutting-edge equipment, live demonstrations, and the 2026 Top-10 New Products contest winners. Special events included the annual Prayer Breakfast and Ag Leadership breakfast. The event's estimated economic impact ranged from $30 million to $60 million for the local community, with local restaurants reporting sales increases of at least 15% during the show week. The International Agri-Center's team of ~25 full-time staff and ~1,000 volunteers worked year-round to execute the event




