The Agriculture Committee is the strategic engine shaping Expo 2031’s global narrative around sustainable food systems, regenerative agriculture, climate-smart production, and the future of farming technologies.

As a cornerstone committee within the Global Horticulture Council, this body convenes U.S. growers, commodity groups, agronomists, soil scientists, food system innovators, AgTech leaders, academics, and government partners to position Expo 2031 as one of the world’s most influential showcases of modern agriculture.

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This committee defines the agricultural experiences across the entire Expo site, including the Agriculture–Food–Water–Energy Pavilion, farm-to-market demonstrations, global crop showcases, and research-driven innovation installations—all contributing to the long-term Future Living District legacy.

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Committee Expertise

The Agriculture Committee integrates deep cross-sector expertise, including:

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Crop Science, Agronomy & Production Systems

• Row crops, specialty crops, greenhouse and field agriculture

• Seed genetics, plant breeding, trait development

• Crop rotation planning and integrated pest management

• Climate-adaptive crop strategies for northern U.S. regions

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Regenerative & Climate-Smart Agriculture

• Soil health science and carbon sequestration

• Cover cropping, no-till systems, and biodiversity integration

• Water-smart agriculture and efficient irrigation

• Regenerative frameworks aligned with USDA and global standards

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Food Systems, Supply Chains & Market Innovation

• Farm-to-market pathways and consumer trends

• Local, regional, and global supply chain dynamics

• Cold chain, distribution, and food safety technology

• Value-added production (CPG, specialty foods, horticulture-derived products)

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AgTech, Robotics & Precision Agriculture

• Autonomous field robotics, drones, and sensor networks

• Soil diagnostics, moisture analytics, and nutrient mapping

• Satellite-driven crop forecasting and digital twins

• Controlled-environment agriculture (CEA), vertical farming, and lighting systems

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Water, Energy & Resource Resilience

• Water reuse, irrigation technologies, and conservation systems

• Energy-efficient agriculture, microgrids, and renewables

• Circular systems connecting agriculture to energy and waste processing

• Integration with the Future Living District’s sustainability frameworks

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Grower Industry Leadership & Global Partnerships

• U.S. and international grower associations

• Specialty crop councils, commodity groups, and co-ops

• Public–private partnerships with USDA, land-grant universities, and research institutions

• Alignment with AIPH, FAO, and global food-security frameworks

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Programming Focus

The Agriculture Committee develops the educational, experiential, and industry-defining programs that animate agriculture across Expo 2031:

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Agriculture–Food–Water–Energy Pavilion Programming

Curate a multi-layered global pavilion presenting:

• The interconnected systems that grow, move, and power food

• Regenerative agriculture and soil health demos

• AgTech robotics, sensor systems, and AI-driven insights

• Global crop innovation stories and future food prototypes

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Field & Controlled-Environment Demonstrations

• Greenhouse showcases featuring CEA, hydroponics, aeroponics

• Indoor AgTech innovation platforms

• On-site micro-plots demonstrating climate-adaptive crop systems

• Mini-farms illustrating soil health and regenerative practices

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Daily Agriculture Programming

• Grower-led demonstrations and live field-tech activations

• Expert talks, masterclasses, and youth education sessions

• Taste-of-the-future food experiences and culinary partnerships

• Seasonal “Farm Festivals” aligned with crop cycles

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U.S. and Global Crop Exhibitions

• Major U.S. crop showcases (corn, soy, wheat, specialty crops, pollinator crops)

• International crop stories (rice, cacao, coffee, global staples)

• Specialty and emerging crops (hemp, pulses, superfoods, plant-based proteins)

• Heritage and Indigenous agriculture programming

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Ag Innovation, Robotics & Digital Agriculture

• Robotics field demonstrations (autonomous tractors, harvest robots, drones)

• Soil sensors, digital moisture mapping, and IoT platforms

• Data dashboards powered by AI and satellite analytics

• Digital twin models of agricultural systems integrated with the site

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Sustainable Food Futures & Market Trends

• Future food prototypes and consumer insights

• Generational farming, talent pathways, and workforce development

• CPG innovation, fermentation, and food-tech demonstrations

• Sustainable packaging and circular food systems

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Integration with Expo Climate Zones & Legacy District

• Agricultural installations tailored to the five Biodome climates

• Long-term agricultural research plots that become part of the Future Living District

• Smart irrigation, soil monitoring, and microgrid systems informing permanent design

• Post-Expo food innovation pilots and commercial pathways

 

Role in Expo 2031 Governance

The Agriculture Committee ensures that Expo 2031 becomes the most advanced agricultural demonstration environment ever hosted in the United States. Committee members directly shape:

• The story of American and global agriculture

• The Agriculture–Food–Water–Energy Pavilion

• Cross-sector innovation and grower industry partnerships

• Expo-wide food, farming, and climate-smart demonstrations

• The foundational agricultural systems of the Future Living District

 

Their work elevates agriculture as a centerpiece of the Expo’s global mission—showcasing how food, climate, technology, and human wellbeing intersect on a world stage.