TSW — the preeminent Fruit and Vegetable Industry Fair — is set to return to Targi Kielce on 23–24 January 2026. As the largest horticultural trade show in Poland and the broader Central and Eastern European region, it will convene thousands of growers, technology suppliers, and agri-food innovators for an intensive two-day event focused on business, knowledge exchange, and practical demonstrations.
The previous edition attracted nearly 17,000 visitors from across Europe and beyond, including participants from Italy, Germany, France, Serbia, Spain, and Jordan. With 460 exhibitors from 18 countries, last year’s turnout was a record-breaking success that organisers are determined to match or surpass in 2026.
The 16th edition will spotlight a comprehensive array of modern horticultural technology, featuring orchard and field machinery, harvesters, cultivation equipment, plant protection products, fertilisers, as well as irrigation, storage, and post-harvest solutions. Notable exhibitors confirmed for the event include Biobest, ICL Polska, FELCO, Haygrove, Royal Brinkman Polska, Yara Poland, Aweta, and Control Systems, with first-time participants such as Qemetica Nutri-Plant and APPLAST joining the roster. The international dimension of the fair continues to expand, with companies from Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, and New Zealand preparing to present their innovations.
TSW 2026 will also feature a series of specialist conferences, guided by experts from Poland and abroad, tackling topics such as blueberry, raspberry, and currant production; orchard management and export opportunities; sustainable and ecological horticulture; and climate resilience and input-efficiency strategies. These sessions are crucial for producers keen on enhancing yields, minimising fertiliser use, and aligning with evolving EU policy frameworks.
Additional attractions include a business zone for B2B meetings and expert consultations, a demonstration orchard showcasing cutting-edge weather-mitigation and harvesting technologies like an apple-picking robot, and the 12th Prof. Szczepan A. Pieniążek Innovation Competition alongside the 2nd Fruit Grower of the Year awards. A dedicated space will honour Prof. Pieniążek, a trailblazer in modern Polish fruit farming.
For 2026, organisers are introducing a three-entrance visitor flow system to streamline access and alleviate congestion. The fair will also be held on Friday and Saturday for the first time, reflecting feedback from exhibitors and attendees.
While TSW’s core focus remains horticulture, its impact extends into the broader food and drink supply chain. For processors, manufacturers, and brand owners, the event offers an early glimpse into next-generation raw-material technologies, insights into crop quality, availability and sustainability trends, and opportunities to forge connections with growers and input suppliers.
As climate challenges, labour shortages, and input costs reshape European agriculture, TSW provides a vital insight into how producers are adapting and what these changes signify for food and drink businesses.
