The popular Primex Field Days will be held in a new town from next year
One of Australia’s prominent field days is on the move.
After 41 years of being based in the New South Wales town of Casino, the Primex Field Days will move about 30km to Lismore from next year.
“This isn’t just about changing locations, this is about backing a community that’s backing us,” Primex Field Days director Bruce Wright says.
“Lismore’s post disaster recovery story aligns perfectly with Primex’s evolution.
“We’re not leaving our community behind; we’re leading it forward to where we can deliver the best outcomes for our farming and rural communities.”
Major flooding hit Lismore in 2022, and part of the town’s recovery includes a $4.7 million restoration of the Lismore Showgrounds, which is the event’s new venue.
Wright says Lismore is “backing the future of regional agriculture”, while North Coast National – Lismore Showgrounds president John Gibson believes the move will be a major boost.
“This partnership will deliver enormous economic and cultural benefits during a crucial time in our city’s recovery and growth,” he says.
Richmond Valley Council general manager Vaughan Macdonald says it is “disappointing” the event is leaving Casino after more than four decades.
“Council supported Primex through COVID and the impacts of natural disasters which required changes to the event’s timing,” he says.
“Council was recognised in 2023 as one of the inaugural members of the Primex Hall of Fame in recognition of the role it has played in the event.
“Richmond Valley Council wishes Primex every success for the future in its new location and wishes Lismore City Council and the new venue well with its new relationship.”
Primex organisers say they are targeting more than 400 exhibitors, 1,400 suppliers and 30,000 attendees to next year’s event.
They say the event’s foundation will be preserved, while launching an “exciting new phase”.
This will be focused on enhanced B2B and trade engagement across the agricultural supply chain, an expanded focus on paddock-to-plate initiatives and sustainable farming, integration of AI and innovation in agriculture, and inclusive accessibility for all attendees.
Primex Field Days 2026 will be held at Lismore Showgrounds between Thursday May 21 and Saturday May 23.