FIRA USA 2026 Press Conference
Tuesday, May 12th at 9.00 am
At Yakima (WA), Fair State Park 
State Fair Room – Gate 1

Washington State and Yakima County will welcome FIRA USA this October, a premier 3-day tradeshow focused on advanced ag technologies and innovative autonomous and robotic farming solutions. After four successful years in California, FIRA USA is relocating to Washington State, advancing its mission to accelerate the real-world deployment of agricultural autonomous solutions.

On the agenda:

• 09:00 am – 09:30 am: Welcome, light breakfast, and networking time
• 09:30 am – 10:00 am: FIRA USA 2026 official announcement and information updates
  • Derek Sandison, Director, Washington State Department of Agriculture
  • Amanda McKinney, Yakima County Commissioner
  • Jon DeVaney, President, Washington State Tree Fruit Association
  • Maialen Cazenave, Co-director, GOFAR—FIRA
• 10:00 am – 10:20 am: Q&A
• 10:30 am – 11:15 am: Panel discussion: “Growers’ Perspectives: Automation Needs and Vision for the Region”
• 11:15 am – 12:00 pm: Preview discussion with robot manufacturers and presentation of autonomous solutions
• 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Networking and Snacks

More information about FIRA USA 2026, visit the website (link opens in a new window)