What an incredible few days at ASF Seed Business 2026. The event brought together peers from across Australia’s seed industry for a packed program of professional development, insightful discussion, networking and celebration. Over three days, delegates explored a broad range of topics shaping the Australian seed industry, including food security, pollination, digital assessment, fertilisers, plant breeding and much more.
For GTE Technology, it was a pleasure to connect with industry peers, showcase our latest technologies, and share our vision for the future of seed processing and enhancement.
Step into Innovation at Booths 3 & 4
Throughout the event, Nick Smith, Charles Smith and Edin Telarevic welcomed visitors to the GTE Technology booth, where delegates explored the latest seed technology solutions, including live demonstrations of the 3U Vision Fenix Mini optical sorter and the GTE Pendulum Bucket Elevator.
With an expanding international technology portfolio and strong industry partnerships, GTE Technology is continuing to bring world-class seed enhancement and sorting solutions to the Australian market.
The Great Exhibitor Pitch
The Seed Business Gala Dinner was a fantastic celebration of the people and businesses that contribute to the strength and success of Australia’s seed industry.
A particular highlight for GTE Technology was being named the winner of the Great Exhibitor Pitch. The award was a fantastic recognition of our team, our technology and our commitment to supporting the seed industry with innovative, Australian-designed and manufactured solutions.
We were proud to share our story, capabilities, and vision with industry peers.
GTE Technology Field Trip
The event concluded with a GTE Technology-led field trip to our Ballarat headquarters, offering delegates an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of our advanced manufacturing facility and Innovation Centre & Training Academy.
Delegates saw state-of-the-art optical sorting equipment in action, and a complete GTE seed-coating line. They explored the latest PETKUS product range, including the SELECTA SL5 , S18 Airmax Cleaner, G40 midex Gravity Separators and OS f Optical Sorter.
GTE Technology seamlessly integrates engineering, manufacturing, training, and innovation under a single roof. The field trip offered an excellent opportunity to showcase not only our cutting-edge technology but also our expertise, Industry 4.0 manufacturing equipment, and collaborative approach that underpin GTE Technology’s comprehensive seed solutions.
Seeding the Future
Seed Business 2026 was the perfect environment to showcase innovation, passion and teamwork across the Australian seed industry.
For GTE Technology, the event reinforced the importance of collaboration and innovation as we continue to develop technologies that help seed businesses improve processing efficiency, quality and performance.
A huge thank you to the ASF team for hosting another insightful, vibrant Seed Business. We were proud to be part of such a valuable industry event and look forward to continuing the conversation in Brisbane next year.