The 41st Annual Fort Bend Regional Vegetable Conference is scheduled for Tuesday, February 17, 2026, and will be held at the Fort Bend Epicenter, located at 28505 Southwest Freeway in Rosenberg.
Hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, the annual conference has long served as a regional forum for sharing research-based information, practical production strategies, and education tailored to both hobbyists and professionals. The 2026 conference will feature a new, expanded format made possible by the larger venue, allowing for a broader range of topics and more flexible scheduling throughout the day.
The Epicenter will accommodate a multi-track agenda, with sessions taking place in five separate conference rooms. Attendees may move between tracks to match their interests, experience level, or professional requirements.
Tracks include:
- Backyard and Master Gardeners
- Agricultural Pesticide Applicators, with five continuing education units available
- Teachers and Educators, with continuing professional education credits available
- Small Market Producers and Market Gardeners
- Food Preservation, Safety, and Recipes
Check-in will be held from 7:15 to 8:00 a.m., with the conference running from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Registration includes access to all educational sessions, refreshments throughout the day, and a barbecue lunch served by Safari Texas Ranch. Time is also built into the schedule for attendees to visit with sponsors and exhibitors, who will be on site with displays, resources, and door prizes.
Event registration is $55, with registration closing on February 6, 2026.
Online registration is available through Eventbrite.
In-person registration with cash or check is available at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, located at 1402 Band Road (Annex Building), Rosenberg, TX 77471. A processing fee applies to online credit card payments.
Additional information, including the event flyer and mail-in registration forms, is available HERE.
Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are currently available. Businesses or organizations interested in participating may contact Lorraine Niemeyer at 281-633-7033 or [email protected]
