The 54th Annual Agriculture and Food Fair of the U.S. Virgin Islands — also called Agrifest — is scheduled for Feb. 14-16 at the Rudolph Shulterbrandt Agricultural Complex in Estate Lower Love on St. Croix.
This year’s theme, organizers said, is “Agriculture and Technology: An Ideal Mix in 2026.” Fair hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, with opening ceremonies set for 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14.
In the announcement, Agrifest Board President and Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis E. Petersen, Jr. described the theme as a forward-looking effort to connect innovation with food production and youth engagement.
“Our 2026 theme reflects the importance of modern scientific innovations and their role in realizing maximum agricultural productivity for the benefit of all,” Petersen said. “The interface between these two sectors is not only essential for agricultural productivity and success, but also for encouraging and attracting the younger generation to pursue careers in agriculture.”
The event schedule includes the “Farmer of the Year” presentations on Saturday, along with a broad entertainment lineup.
“Agrifest 2026 will also feature the Farmer of the Year award presentations on Saturday. Other entertainment will feature: Superior Court Rising Stars Steel Orchestra, Hartatak International, St. Patrick’s School Steelpan Orchestra, Partners for Strings (STT), Xpress Band, Stanley and the Ten Sleepless Knights, 411 Live Band, I-Land Boyz Pan Experience, La Fuerza VZ, Guardians of Culture Mokojumbies, Ay-Ay Cultural Dancers, Fair Wear Extravaganza, and so much more,” organizers said in the release.
The release also outlined family-focused activities and expected participation from across the Caribbean.
“Family fun will include interesting and attractive exhibits, demonstrations, entertainment, challenging competitions, games, prize-winning animals, a variety of delicious local foods and beverages, along with fun fellowship with friends and relatives from neighboring islands,” organizers stated. “In addition to participants from all three U.S. Virgin Islands, guests are expected to arrive from Antigua, Barbuda, St. Kitts & Nevis, Guyana, St. Lucia, and Grenada.”
Major sponsors for this year’s fair include the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture, the University of the Virgin Islands School of Agriculture, and the Virgin Islands Lottery.
Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for children, and $6 for senior citizens, and tickets can be purchased at the event gate.
More information is available on the official website for Agrifest here.
