Grain Academy 2026
Shaping the Balkan grain and oilseed markets since 2016
Bringing together the people who shape the grain trade
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About

The event

1.What is Grain Academy?

Established in 2016 as the first grain conference of its kind in the Balkans, Grain Academy is an international grain and oilseed conference focused on the markets of Southeast Europe. Now, it is a well established place for analytics, discussions and meetings on the regional and local grain and oilseeds markets. First-class speakers and analysts from some of the most prestigious analytical agencies are precondition for interesting debates among the numerous companies attending this unique event from around the region and all over Europe. 

 
2.Who is it intended for?


Grain Academy is a meeting point of the leading companies and experts on the grain market. Participants from the whole industry and related businesses each year have the opportunity to meet and obtain the latest information and to discuss the up-to-date trends in the markets of cereals and oilseeds. Trade companies from the Balkans and beyond, branches of multinational corporations, farmers, millers, crushers, forwarders, surveyors, charterers, industry associations and etc. meet each year at the Grain Academy event.
 

3.From Varna to Sofia


After nine successful editions in Varna, Grain Academy’s 10th Anniversary Edition will take place for the first time in Sofia. Bulgaria’s capital offers excellent international connectivity, modern infrastructure and new opportunities for meetings between participants from the agribusiness sector across the Balkans and Europe. The anniversary edition will bring together leading analysts, traders, consultants and agribusiness representatives for discussions, market analyses and outlooks for the cereals and oilseeds markets.

 
 
stonex
cerealcom
viterra
CME
usda
netherlandskingdom
cargill
mpm
rabobank
consiliagra
elixir
GAFTA
LIPSA
LOGAVIV
INVIVO
AGRIS
alimeco
sunseedman
oliva
ikar
bayer
sadina
dimitriaki
sgs
topazmel
varnawinery
apkinform
vitagrain
Hightower report
Grainstore
Corteva
bgagro
bagft
NAZ
sempe
ecofol
us4bg
mdcbrasil
agricensus
Bunge
Agrofundamenta
aGROBRANE
azpb
Agrix
Fertiland
AGROBG
Agricore
Agroportal
Forumtrans
Agriportal
boni
Agricom
adm
Goodmills
Viand
VFS
AGA
Cosecha
DSK
Balea
Boulias
ADM Investor Services
Strategie Grains
COFCO
SoyaHellas
AJAX GROUP
Miller Magazine
Loulis
Agria
Agro Tsar Petrovo
Ministry of Agriculture and Food
LAT Nitrogen
Shippossible
EarthDaily Agro
Agxecutive
RHT
Serbia Grain Association
Argus media
OFI
ACM
Euronext
sitagri
asap
Lukoil
delta agrar
comcereal vrancea
Aura commodities
ajd agro
Magic flame
rotel
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Grain Academy in numbers
10
years
2355
attendees
25
countries
289
partners
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Grain Academy 2026

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This year’s the 10th Anniversary Edition of Grain Academy will focus on the evolving dynamics of the grain and oilseeds markets in an environment shaped by shifting global trade flows, increasing competition and changing regional market structures. Special attention will be given to the sector’s adaptation to new market realities, risk management strategies and the long-term sustainability of agribusiness in the Balkans and the Black Sea region.

At the core of the agenda will be discussions on farmers’ profitability, changing trade patterns and the growing importance of infrastructure, logistics and processing capacity in Bulgaria, Romania and the wider region. The conference will provide an in-depth look at regional supply chains, international trade flows and the key forces shaping the future of the cereals and oilseeds business.

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As always, we are pleased to welcome an esteemed lineup of analysts, consultants, traders and business leaders from across Europe, the Balkans and around the world. Grain Academy 2026 will once again serve as a platform for professional exchange, forward-looking analysis and networking among key participants from across the industry.

In 2026, Grain Academy will celebrate its 10th Anniversary Edition, which for the first time will take place in Sofia, Bulgaria. The anniversary edition marks a new stage in the development of the forum, further strengthening its position as one of the leading international conferences for the grain and oilseeds sector in the region.

We look forward to welcoming you this October in Sofia, Bulgaria, for the 10th Anniversary Edition of Grain Academy — another insightful, relevant and important gathering for the agribusiness community.

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Agenda

Preliminary Programme 2026

22 OCTOBER 2026
22 / 10 / 2026
08:30
09:30
Conference level 4
Registration
08:30
18:30
Mozart Hall
Doors open: networking area
Visit the stands and meet the exhibitors
09:00
10:00
Conference level 4
Welcome coffee
10:00
11:30
Shakespeare Hall
Discussion panel
Cross market relations. Money flows. Market trends and S&D for 2026
Details:
Commodity Macro: Following the Money in 2026
European Markets in 2026
Expansion of the Durum Wheat Market
11:30
13:00
Shakespeare Hall
Discussion panel
The power of the Balkans, self sufficiency, specifics of the region and opportunities
Details:
Bulgaria's 5 Crops
Is Serbia Immune to Major Agribusiness Bankruptcies?
How Important Is Türkiye to the Black Sea Wheat Market - and What Is Its Role as a Balancing Force?
Romania: The EU’s Leading Grain Exporter - Is the Model Sustainable?
To be a Trader or a Processor in Greece? Both.
13:00
14:30
Vienna Café & Restaurant - level 3
Conference Lunch
Lunch sponsor: BG AGRO
14:30
16:30
Shakespeare hall
Discussion panel
Inside Bulgaria’s Agribusiness: Roles, Rivalries, Survival and a New Balance
Details:
Is Sunflower Still the Bone of Contention?
The Surviving Trader. Profile.
Institutions Working for the Market
Feed and Livestock Farming
The Last Good Year
16:30
18:30
Conference level 4
Afternoon Social
Afternoon networking block: Refreshments & Connections
20:30
00:00
TBN
Grain Academy 10th Anniversary Party
Register

Event fees

REGULAR
595.00 /1 Person / BGN 1164 /1 Person
FROM 26 SEP TO 15 OCT
  • Conference pass for one delegate
  • 10th Anniversary Party
  • Event mobile app
  • Digital event catalogue
  • Simultaneous interpretation
  • Lunch and coffee breaks
  • Business meetings and networking
  • Conference information kit

*Group discounts apply

*prices are subject to 20% VAT
Presale
495.00 /1 Person / BGN 968 /1 Person
up to AUG 15 2026
  • Conference pass for one delegate
  • 10th Anniversary Party
  • Event mobile app
  • Digital event catalogue
  • Simultaneous interpretation
  • Lunch and coffee breaks
  • Business meetings and networking
  • Conference information kit

*Group discounts apply

*prices are subject to 20% VAT
LAST MINUTE
650.00 /1 Person / BGN 1271 /1 Person
FROM 16 OCT TO 21 OCT
  • Conference pass for one delegate
  • 10th Anniversary Party
  • Event mobile app
  • Digital event catalogue
  • Simultaneous interpretation
  • Lunch and coffee breaks
  • Business meetings and networking
  • Conference information kit

*Group discounts apply

*prices are subject to 20% VAT
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By becoming a sponsor or exhibitor of the Grain Academy conference, your company gains access to a range of opportunities designed to enhance visibility, strengthen market presence, and connect with key industry participants. Your brand will be featured across multiple event platforms, including the official website, mobile app, digital catalogue, branded materials, and newsletters — positioning your company directly in front of leading businesses and decision-makers from the grain sector.

In addition, your company will be included in the event’s digital communication campaigns across social media and other promotional channels, while continuous visibility on the event website further extends your reach before, during, and after the conference.

Participation as a sponsor or exhibitor also creates valuable opportunities for direct networking and business engagement with attendees, helping your company strengthen recognition and stand out within the industry.

A variety of sponsorship and exhibition packages allows you to choose the level of visibility and participation that best matches your company’s objectives and budget.

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