The 2026 Nuffield Australia National Conference will be held in Darwin, Northern Territory, from Tuesday 8 – Thursday 10 September, followed by a regional tour on Friday 11 – Saturday 12 September showcasing the unique agricultural industries of the Top End.

Our National Conference is the highlight of the Nuffield calendar. It serves as the main meeting point for scholars, alumni, investors, and the broader agricultural industry, providing a high-profile platform for the announcement of the newly selected 2027 Scholars and the public presentation of research findings from returning scholars.

Attendees will

• Hear the announcement of the newly selected 2027 Scholars
• Discover cutting-edge innovations and technologies from returning scholars
• Exchange knowledge and information with industry leaders
• Network with scholars and agricultural professionals who have been driving change for over 70 years
• When and where
• Tuesday 8 September: Awards Dinner – Darwin Convention Centre
• Wednesday 9 September: Conference Day 1 – Darwin Convention Centre, and Networking Reception
• Thursday 10 September: Conference Day 2 – Darwin Convention Centre
• Friday 11 – Saturday 12 September: Regional Tour – Exploring Northern Territory Agriculture

Join us in Darwin for Australia’s premier agricultural knowledge-sharing event, where global insights meet local innovation.