EMILI’s annual Agriculture Enlightened conference is taking place on October 23, 2025, at the Delta Hotel in Winnipeg. This year’s theme is Driving Agriculture Innovation. Together we’ll explore how farmers and others in the Canadian agriculture industry are adopting agtech, discuss ways to navigate the shifting global trade landscape, and connect with leaders advancing innovation across Canada.
A number of EMILI’s partners are hosting amazing agriculture and agri-food events the same week as Agriculture Enlightened 2025. Whether you’re looking for something to do ahead of Agriculture Enlightened or continue networking afterwards, check out these upcoming events.
Young Entrepreneurs Awards
Hosted by MEIA, League of Innovators, and Manitoba Innovates
Wednesday, October 22, 4:30pm – 9:00pm
Location: The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre
400+ nominations, 6 awards, and 1 big night to celebrate Canada’s greatest young entrepreneurs and the future of sustainability! Purchase tickets here.
Agtech Networking Reception at Agriculture Enlightened 2025
Hosted by CAAIN
Wednesday, October 22, 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: Devil May Care Brewing
Attend an exclusive networking event the day before Agriculture Enlightened. Connect with leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Canadian agriculture. Register by October 14.
Green Dragon’s Lair Pitch Competition
Hosted by MEIA
Wednesday, October 22, 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre
In this second round of judging, innovator finalists will pitch their product to a panel of judges for the chance to win! Purchase tickets here.
Agri-Food Pitch Night
Hosted by Startup TNT
Thursday, October 23
Location: Virtual
Watch Canadian entrepreneurs in the agri-food space pitch their products to local angel investors looking to fund in early-stage start-ups. Learn more here.
Since 2020, Agriculture Enlightened has brought together a diverse stakeholder group including agri-food and technology experts, industry leaders, decision-makers, researchers, and students from across the prairies. We look forward to building on the success of the last six years with another outstanding event that provides a space for excellent speakers, discussion, and an opportunity to network with leaders from across digital agriculture. Purchase your ticket today.