Join the buzz as the 2024 Empire State Producers Expo gears up to take center stage at the Oncenter in Syracuse from January 23-24. This year, the New York State Vegetable Growers Association (NYSVGA) exclusively organizes this prime event, ensuring a laser focus on what farmers genuinely want to explore and discuss.
Taking a nostalgic turn, the expo is reverting to its foundational values - sessions crafted based on growers' interests and abundant networking prospects within one unified space. The podium will be graced by industry champions and prominent New York growers who will delve deep into discussions enriching the farming community.
The program is studded with sessions that cover a plethora of subjects including sweet corn, onions, cabbage, soil health, tomatoes, berries, cut flowers, and more. High tunnel practices, disease management, and cucurbits will also be under the spotlight. Attendees seeking DEC pesticide recertification credits will find suitable educational sessions to fulfill their requirements.
Complementing these enriching sessions, a dynamic trade show awaits attendees. This segment showcases an array of commercial vendors coupled with informative non-profit exhibits. A seamless blend of education and commercial insights, all under one roof!
Mark your calendar for the Becker Forum too. This precursor to the main event is scheduled for January 22, 2024, at the same venue. Those eager to participate can commence their registration process starting November 2023. All details and registration facilities are available on the official NYS Vegetable Growers Association website. And if you need a hand with the registration, just dial 585-993-1767 for prompt assistance.
Te 2024 Empire State Producers Expo stands as a testament to New York's rich agricultural heritage, encapsulating current trends while nodding to its roots. Syracuse, this January, is the place to be for every NY grower.
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