2025 Northern Australia Food Futures Conference

Ancillary Events



Our conference in 2025 will feature ancillary events that complement the main program and theme. These additional activities will take place from Saturday, April 5th to Saturday, April 12th, 2025. We aim to showcase a variety of Innovative Agribusinesses in Northern Australia and the committee is diligently working to organize a range of ancillary events to enhance the overall experience.

If you're interested in hosting an ancillary event, please reach out to Tahna Jackson at 0409357211 or foodfutures@ntfarmers.org.au.

We will be adding events in the coming months, so please check back.


Currently on offer:

8 April 2025

Northern Territory Farmers Association Members Networking Breakfast

When: Tuesday 8 April 2025, 7.15am – 8.15am

Where: Darwin Convention Centre, Halls Concourse, Level 1

Cost: FREE to NT Farmers Association Members

About: Come enjoy a networking breakfast with the NT Farmers board.

The Northern Territory Farmers Association represents and advocates for the plant-based industries of the NT. As a peak industry body, NT Farmers promotes agricultural development in the Northern Territory and directly assists growers with a comprehensive range of support services. NT Farmers is a not-for-profit association that receives project funding from the public and private sector. The association was formed in 2012 as a result of an amalgamation between the Northern Territory Agricultural and Horticultural Associations. Want to become a member? Click Here

Bookings essential, only available to financial NT Farmers members

9 April 2025

Young Farmers Networking Breakfast

When: Wednesday 9 April 2025, 7.30am - 8.30am

Where: Darwin Convention Centre, Waterfront Foyer, Level 2

Cost: $30

About: Please note this function is for 35 yrs or younger.

Young Farmers Networking Breakfast, where our future agricultural leaders will have the opportunity to engage with a guest speaker and forge valuable connections while enjoying a scrumptious breakfast.

Bookings essential  

For more information please email foodfutures@ntfarmers.org.au

10 April 2025

Instagram tour, Territory style

Hosted by: The CRC for Developing Northern Australia (CRCNA)

When: Thursday, 10 April 2025, 7.30am - 11.30am (4 hours)

Where: Pick up and drop off – Austin Lane (near Charlie’s entrance), Darwin CBD

Cost: $33 includes refreshments and snacks

About: Join the CRCNA for an Instagram worthy tour around the Darwin region visiting iconic territory produce and locations. You’ll get to hang out with cattle, buffalo, crocodile, try some tropical horticulture and seafood, plus meet the characters who bring CRCNA research to life. This 4 hour bus tour is limited to 20 people, so get in quick to enjoy a fun day - Territory style and spice up your social media channel!

Register: for the tour here or via CRCNA

What to bring: Your camera (phone is fine), a hat, sunnies, water bottle and clothing and footwear suitable for the outdoors.

Contact: enquiry@crcna.com.au | follow the CRCNA on Instagram @CRC_NorthernAustralia

12 April 2025

Visit the Rapid Creek Markets Vegetable Growers

Hosted by:  Northern Territory Farmers Association

When: Saturday 12th of April, 9am and 10am Two Tours offered

Where: Meet at 48 Trower Rd, Rapid Creek

Cost: FREE for 2025 NAFF Conference attendees

About: RAPID CREEK MARKETS, is Darwin's Oldest Market. Located in the heart of the northern suburbs, about 10km from Darwin CBD, the Rapid Creek Markets are open from 7am – 2pm every Saturday and Sunday – rain, hail or shine. Transforming the Rapid Creek Business Village into a bustling slice of Asia, the market delivers a vibrant experience of bright colours, rich aromas and exciting sounds. With more than 100 market stalls and stores, there’s plenty for you to see, do and discover!

You can explore (and taste) an amazing array of organic and tropical produce, including Asian fruits and vegetables such as durian, purple dragon fruit, pandan leaf and drumstick pods.

Bookings essential Please click the link to access tickets

For more information please email foodfutures@ntfarmers.org.au

5-12 April 2025

Visit the award winning RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility

When: Any day from 5 - 12 April 2025, Facility open 9am - 5pm (last entry 4pm)

Where: 45 Stokes Hill Road, Darwin NT

Cost: receive a 10% discount on tickets. Book online using the code or present your conference lanyard after the conference.

About: Two Iconic Territory Stories One Iconic Location. Experience and learn through the wonder of technology as the Royal Flying Doctor Service Darwin Tourist Facility brings history to life

The Royal Flying Doctor Service: Using the latest innovations in holographic technology, the life size hologram cinema experience tells the story of Rev John Flynn's vision and its realisation into the RFDS of today.

Climb aboard a decommissioned RFDS Pilatus PC-12 aircraft completely aero-medically equipped and learn about the activities of the RFDS's pilots, engineers, doctors, nurses and the experiences of the patients that are carried and cared for each day.

The Bombing of Darwin Harbour: The second iconic story featured is the Bombing of Darwin on 19th February 1942. The bombing of the harbour brought destruction to the city of Darwin, and many of the stories have been brought to life through our innovative technology. This exciting world-class exhibit features cutting edge technology - a hologram cinema experience telling the story of Etheridge Grant, virtual reality and a projection window of the Japanese air attack on the harbour.

For more information, please visit the website www.rfdsdarwin.com.au


10 April 2025

Coastal Plain Research Farm Field Day

Join the NT Government’s Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (Agriculture Division) to learn about their latest research and development projects.

When: 8.30am, Thursday 10 April 2025

Where: 350 Anzac Parade Middle Point (65km south-east of Darwin. Near Adelaide River and Fogg Dam off the Arnhem Highway)

Cost: Free for attendees. Morning tea provided. Bookings essential.

For more information email Plant.Industries@nt.gov.au

Book here


10 April 2025

Berrimah Farm Science Precinct Guided Tour

Join the NT Government’s Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (Agriculture Division) to learn about their latest research and development projects.

When: 2pm, Thursday 10 April 2025

Where: 25 Makagon Road, Berrimah NT 0828

Cost: Free for attendees. Afternoon tea provided. Bookings essential.

For more information email Plant.Industries@nt.gov.au

Book here