Appropriate Connect
Success stories of appropriate technology transfer
- Success stories from farmers and communities
- Ready-to-use technology that cuts costs and raises yields
- Innovations built for Southern Thailand
AgriTech CONNECT SOUTH THAILAND 2026
Connecting Innovation for Smart, Sustainable Agriculture
15–16 October 2026 · 2 full days
The Signature Convention Center (SCC), Hat Yai, Songkhla
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- Dates15–16 October 2026
- VenueSCC Hat Yai, Songkhla
- On-site registrationFrom 08:00
- Register onlineGet your QR pass
Organisers and supporters
See all partnersThe list of organisations and their logos is being confirmed
About the event
4 main zones linking research, technology and markets
Linking research, appropriate technology, innovation and markets, putting them to use and building the grassroots economy.
What the event stands for
SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
A sustainable future
SMART FARMER
Smart farmers
DATA DRIVEN
Data-driven farming
INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY
Innovation and technology
At the expo
4 main zones
4 main zones linking research, technology and markets
Research Connect
Research put to use
- Leading agricultural and technology research
- Scaled up for real farm use
- Prototype innovations
- FF to SF research
IP Connect
Negotiating innovation IP for commercial use
- Business and innovator matching
- Licensing negotiations
- Commercial partnerships
Market Connect
Private-sector technology and technology market
- Technology and innovation from the private sector
- Machinery, equipment and smart systems
- Agri-tech marketplace
On the main stage
Stage highlights
- Panel
Panel: "Ready-to-use innovation for sustainable Thai communities"
Academia, government, private sector and community experts
- 15 Oct · 09:00
- Stage
FAMC-Technology Live Show
Appropriate technology transfer centre for community food and agricultural processing
- 15 Oct · 10:00
- Stage
Innovation to Business: taking research to market
- 15 Oct · 11:00
- 16 Oct · 13:00
- Culture
Modern agri-tech video · Southern Manora performance
- 15 Oct · 12:45
- Demo
Demo: "From community to restaurant — research that works"
- 15 Oct · 14:30
- Panel
Panel: "Moving research from FF to SF"
Academia, funders, private sector
- 16 Oct · 09:00
- Stage
Private-sector modern agri-tech showcase
- 16 Oct · 10:00
- Panel
Panel: Songkhla Lake water management for agricultural security
- 16 Oct · 10:30
- Panel
Panel: "Appropriate technology as a tool for local economies"
- 16 Oct · 14:00
- Demo
Demo: "Trang pepper — a GI product that adds value to Trang"
- 16 Oct · 15:00
Pick your day
2-day agenda
Registration
Registration
Panel
Panel: "Ready-to-use innovation for sustainable Thai communities"
Academia, government, private sector and community experts
Stage
FAMC-Technology Live Show
Appropriate technology transfer centre for community food and agricultural processing
Stage
Innovation to Business: taking research to market
Break
Lunch
Culture
Modern agri-tech video · Southern Manora performance
Ceremony
Opening ceremony
Group photo · sponsor appreciation
Presiding guest: to be announced
At the same time
Booth tour
Guests of honour tour the booths
Demo
Demo: "From community to restaurant — research that works"
Registration
Registration
Panel
Panel: "Moving research from FF to SF"
Academia, funders, private sector
Stage
Private-sector modern agri-tech showcase
Panel
Panel: Songkhla Lake water management for agricultural security
Break
Lunch
Stage
Innovation to Business: taking research to market
Panel
Panel: "Appropriate technology as a tool for local economies"
Demo
Demo: "Trang pepper — a GI product that adds value to Trang"
Ceremony
Awards and closing
Floorplan
Know who is where before you go
An interactive floorplan with exhibitor logos is on its way. Tap a booth to see who is exhibiting, or search by brand or booth number.
- Appropriate Connect
- Research Connect
- IP Connect
- Market Connect
Atmosphere
A preview of the venue (simulated)
- Simulated image
Exhibition hall overview - Simulated image
Main stage - Simulated image
Business Matching area - Simulated image
Community product booths - Simulated image
Photo backdrop
Venue & travel
The Signature Convention Center (SCC)
- The Signature Hotel & Resort
Hat Yai, Songkhla - On the 2nd floor
- Thailand MICE Venue Standard – CERTIFIED (TCEB)
Address, map, parking and travel details are being compiled
Register in advance, get your QR pass and skip the queue
15–16 October 2026 · The Signature Convention Center (SCC), Hat Yai, Songkhla
- days
- 2 days
- main zones
- 4 main zones
Frequently asked questions
When and where is the event?
15–16 October 2026 at The Signature Convention Center (SCC), The Signature Hotel & Resort, Hat Yai, Songkhla (2nd floor)
What time does on-site registration open?
According to the agenda, the registration desk is open 08:00–09:00 on both days. Register online in advance to get your QR pass and get in faster.
What is there to see?
Exhibitions in 4 main zones: Appropriate Connect, Research Connect, IP Connect, Market Connect, plus panels, demonstrations and stage activities over 2 days.
I registered but can't find my QR code. What should I do?
Use the “Find my QR” page. You confirm it's you with a code sent to the email you registered with.
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