Each year, the farming industry eagerly anticipates a clear view of what lies ahead—new machinery, smarter technology, enhanced efficiency, better value, and the opportunity to thoroughly examine these advancements before making critical decisions. This anticipation is precisely why the Spring Farm Machinery Shows have become a cornerstone event in the farming calendar.
For 2026, the Spring Farm Machinery Shows are set to return across three regional locations: Millstreet, Balmoral, and Cavan. These shows will bring together the biggest brands, the latest machinery, and cutting-edge farming technology under one roof, offering farmers an unparalleled opportunity to see, compare, and plan their purchases. This year’s shows are poised to be the most significant yet, featuring major new launches, first looks at 2026 machinery, hundreds of exhibitors, and a renewed focus on helping farmers make informed decisions in an evolving agricultural landscape.
The Spring Farm Machinery Shows 2026 will take place at Millstreet, Green Glens Arena on January 21 and 22; Balmoral, Lisburn on January 28 and 29; and Cavan on February 4 and 5.
Here are five key things you can expect from the 2026 SFM Shows:
1. **First Looks at New Machinery and Technology for 2026**
One of the primary reasons farmers attend the Spring Farm Machinery Shows is the chance to get a first look at upcoming innovations. Millstreet will host several important first looks for the 2026 season, including the New Holland T7.300 PLMi Blue Power and T5.120 Dual Command, Case IH’s first pre-production Puma 165, and the all-new Takeuchi TL10V-2 tracked skid steer. Across the shows, visitors can examine new machinery and technology up close, compare specifications, and engage directly with product specialists and engineers. This hands-on approach allows farmers to assess build quality, discuss performance, and ask detailed questions about how each system will perform in Irish conditions.
2. **Ireland’s Top Machinery and Agri-Service Brands Under One Roof**
With over 600 exhibitors across the three shows, the Spring Farm Machinery Shows represent the broadest indoor gathering of machinery, technology, and farm services in Ireland. From tractors and harvest equipment to livestock handling, fencing, sheds, slurry systems, agri-tech, finance, and farm services, every aspect of the industry is covered. This comprehensive display enables farmers to compare brands directly, speak to multiple dealers in one visit, and gain a clear understanding of value, availability, and aftersales support. In an era of tight margins and significant investment decisions, the ability to see everything in one place is invaluable.
3. **Back in the Big Hall at Millstreet**
For the first time since 2022, the Spring Farm Machinery Show returns to the main hall at the Green Glens Arena, allowing the event to run at full scale once again. The larger space accommodates more machinery, provides easier viewing, and enhances the overall experience in a warm, fully indoor setting. Millstreet will feature a strong mix of established exhibitors and new names, including Deane Farm Machinery, McCarthy Farm & Plant, Atkins Farm Machinery, Breens Farm Machinery, Cork Farm Machinery, Zero Grazer, and J Leech Agri. This reinforces Millstreet’s role as a key meeting point for the agri-machinery and services sector at the start of the season.
4. **Exclusive Show Deals You Won’t Get Anywhere Else**
Beyond showcasing new products, the Spring Farm Machinery Shows are also where some of the best deals of the year are made. From low-rate finance packages and extended warranties to show-only discounts on machinery, equipment, parts, technology, and accessories, the 2026 shows offer genuine opportunities to save. Whether farmers are planning a major machinery upgrade or simply replacing essential equipment, the shows provide access to offers that will not be available later in the season. For many businesses, the combination of information, comparison, and financial advantage makes attendance a straightforward decision.
5. **Speak to the Experts and Get Practical Advice**
Perhaps the most overlooked benefit of the Spring Farm Machinery Shows is the access to experts. Across all three shows, visitors can engage directly with manufacturers, engineers, agronomists, technology specialists, and experienced dealers. This access allows for practical conversations about performance, reliability, efficiency, running costs, and suitability—details that rarely fit into a brochure. It is an opportunity to pressure test decisions, gain reassurance, and avoid costly mistakes before committing to a purchase. A 2025 visitor noted, “The chance to talk face-to-face with the people behind the products was invaluable. Being able