Primex 2025 swings open its gates at the Richmond Valley Events Centre, Casino, this Thursday (May 15) as Australia's sustainable farming and primary industries expo gets underway.

As usual, there are plenty of items to see and do from agriculture to lifestyle, such as extensive livestock displays, the Nourish Food & Drink Fest, the Health & Wellbeing Hub, Agtech Alley, Affordable Housing, the Regenerative Agricultural Hub and the NextGen schools and farming programs, to name a few.

These 41st Primex field days at Casino look to the future of agriculture across the region _ from the latest in ag technology to 21st century farming techniques _ while recognising the long-term commitments to the Northern Rivers from the likes of machinery dealers through to the Country Women’s Association. 

Primex director Bruce Wright says the 2025 theme _ Our Future in Farming _ underpins this year’s expo.

“Our theme sounds simple but covers a host of topics and exhibits from the latest in agricultural technology through to future planning in the Northern Rivers area,” he said.

Mr Wright _ long an advocate for the region _ adds that this is a critical time for the food and fibre producers of this diverse agricultural area, often undervalued by governments, to develop a cohesive voice.

Along with a number of the Northern Rivers stakeholders, he has facilitated innovations such as the Young Aggies program to grow a network for the region’s next generation of farmers.

Since 1985, the family-owned Primex field days have evolved to cater for one of Australia’s most diverse primary production regions, with a farm gate valued in excess of $1 billion per annum according to the DPI.

Today, Primex hosts more than 430 exhibitors, 1200 suppliers and some 30,000 visitors while engaging with 30 grower organisations and groups throughout northern NSW. 

Over three days, Primex showcases leading brands and suppliers to the area’s agricultural and rural sectors, generating between $45-70 million in sales per annum and injecting an estimated $2.5-3.5 million into the region.

For today’s farmers and rural communities, the 2025 Norco Primex offers a wide range of exhibits and exhibitors, alongside agricultural innovations and personal health advice. Days Machinery returns with the latest in Case, New Holland and Stihl products, RDO will have a paddock of John Deere machinery on show, while Local Land Services are back with advice for rural landholders, and the CWA and Baptistcare are among local service organisations.

There is also a host of workwear suppliers, from AAA Socks to Ringers Western, alongside farm gear from gates to sheds. Recreational and work vehicles on show include the hybrid BYD Shark utility, the latest in GWM products, and Chev Silverados.

The Norco Primex is a one-stop shop for farmers and rural people for machinery, agricultural solutions and services from the likes of Norco Agrisolutions, the NSW DPI and rural health practitioners. 

All these exhibits are complemented by a number of seminars and panel discussions from a Local Government Networking Event to a Forestry and Timber dinner, a Business Leaders luncheon and a ‘Future in Livestock’ discussion panel with red meat industry experts.

The Primex ‘Nourish Food & Drink’ offers a complete supply chain experience where farmers and foodies meet to share food experiences, and destinations, with the program showcasing the region’s locally produced foods and products to create a connection between farmers and foodies.

This program is set to profile food, brewery and distillery products with leading chef demonstrations and Paddock to Plate events offering fresh culinary experiences.

All this is further complemented by activities from working dog trials and drone demonstrations to an interactive truck exhibition, Steering the Future, plus a range of entertainment, along with food and drink outlets.  A Dinky Di train will help visitors move around this year’s Norco Primex site. 

The 2025 Norco Primex opens 9am to 4pm on Thursday, May 15, Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17. 

Tickets can be bought online _ for a 30 per cent discount _ or at the gates. One-day pass $20; three-day pass $45. Children under 12 free; 12-17 day pass $10 + three-day pass $20. Student/pensioner one-day pass $10; three-day pass $20.

For more information, check www.primex.net.au.