Canada’s Largest AgRobotics Conference Takes Place March 26 in London, Ontario
London, ON – March 24, 2026 – The future of farming will be on display at the inaugural Canadian AgRobotics & AI Summit on March 26, 2026, at The Grove, Western Fair District. As Canada’s largest agrobotics conference, the one-day event will bring together farmers, innovators, researchers, funders and industry leaders from across North America to explore the rapidly evolving role of robotics and artificial intelligence in agriculture.
Hosted in the heart of Ontario’s agri-food innovation corridor, the summit will spotlight the field-ready technologies designed to meet real-world challenges. The event will feature live technology demonstrations, expert panels and presentations from emerging Canadian agrobotics startups. With a focus on start-ups, mentorship and growth, The Summit aims to foster collaboration and accelerate innovation across the agri-food sector.
“Our vision is to create a collaborative environment where farmers, researchers, ag-tech entrepreneurs and stakeholders can come together to drive the future of agriculture, food robotics and automation,” said Reg Ash, CEO of the Western Fair Association. “This summit exemplifies the power of a progressive agricultural society working hand-in-hand with private entities to coordinate resources to advance modern farming.”
With Southwestern Ontario home to a growing concentration of ag-tech startups, research institutions and progressive farm operations, the Canadian AgRobotics & AI Summit positions London, Ontario, Canada as a national hub for agricultural innovation. The event is expected to draw attendees from across North America, bringing attention to the region’s leadership in agri-food technology.
“This summit reflects the momentum we’re seeing across the agrobotics ecosystem,” said Kris Dinel, VP of Strategy. “With the AgRobotics Working Group now exceeding 500 members, London is playing a leading role in connecting innovators with producers and helping Canadian agtech solutions move from concept to field.” The AgRobotics Working Group (ARWG) is a Canadian membership-driven association founded in 2021 and supported by the Western Fair Association. It’s dedicated to accelerating the adoption of agricultural robotics and AI in Ontario and serving as a single-point resource that connects developers with farmers for in-field testing and reduces barriers to adopting robotics.
Media are invited to attend the Canadian AgRobotics & AI Summit, with opportunities available for interviews with organizers, tech startups and industry experts 30 minutes prior to the event.
About the Event
Date: March 26, 2026
Location: The Grove Meeting Room, 900 King Street, London, Ontario
Timing:
8:00am: Media interviews and networking
8:30am – 5:00pm: Event program
For more information on the event's agenda, visit https://www.agroboticswg.com/agenda
About the AgRobotics Working Group
The AgRobotics Working Group’s mission is to improve farm productivity and food quality by fostering collaboration among producers, researchers, and entrepreneurs. The AgRobotics Working Group has over 500 members. In 2023, the group received multi-year funding through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), enabling applied research, field-level testing and mentorship for emerging AgRobotics companies.
Sustainable CAP:
The Sustainable CAP is a five-year, $3.5-billion investment by federal, provincial and territorial governments to strengthen the competitiveness, innovation, and resiliency of Canada’s agriculture, agri‐food and agri‐based products sector. This includes $1 billion in federal programs and activities, and a $2.5-billion commitment that is cost-shared 60 per cent federally and 40 per cent provincially/territorially for programs designed and delivered by provinces and territories.
Media Contact
Angela Hawkins
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