Great Plains Growers Conference
January 9, 2025 @ 8:00 am - January 11, 2025 @ 4:00 pm
Pre-Conference WORKSHOPS January 9th conference & Trade Show January 10-11th
Welcome to the 2025 Great Plains Growers Conference!
We are excited to invite you to join us from January 9-11 for an enriching experience at the premier event for vegetable, fruit, cut flower, and specialty crop growers from across Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, South Dakota, and Nebraska. Each year, this 3-day conference draws 350-400 dedicated growers, ranging from full-time farm market vendors to part-time diversified horticulture producers, for a deep dive into the latest industry trends and practices.
Kick off the conference on Thursday, January 9th, with our full-day, topic-specific workshops, which are available for a separate admission fee. These focused sessions offer an opportunity to delve into specialized areas, including Hard Cider, Marketing Boot Camp, and Nut Orchards.
The main conference takes place on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th, featuring a diverse range of educational tracks. Throughout these two days, you can attend concurrent sessions covering vital topics such as:
- Business Development & Marketing
- Vegetable Production
- Greenhouse & Hydroponic Production
- Protected Culture (Tunnels)
- Integrated Pest Management
- Forest Farming
- S ARE Farmer Forum
- Tree Fruits/Small Fruits
- Organic/Regenerative Farming
- Cut Flowers
In addition to the informative sessions, our conference also includes a vibrant trade show with over 40 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services in the industry.
The 2025 conference will be held from 9th -11th of January at Missouri Western University, St. Joseph, MO and will be in-person. To register and for more information, please visit: Great Plains Growers Conference – 2025 Great Plains Growers Conference
For additional information: GPGC c/o Buchanan County Extension, 4125 Mitchell Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64507, Tel. 816-279-1691 Email: Buchananco@missouri.edu
See you in January!