Fresh events

FarmTek CEA School
When: January 27 to 29, 2015
Where: Technology Center West, 1440 Field of Dreams Way, Dyersville, Iowa
FarmTek will host a three-day workshop discussing techniques in controlled environment agriculture (CEA) in January, its first program of 2015. The CEA School will be held from Jan. 27 to Jan. 29, 2015 from 9:00AM to 4:00PM CST at FarmTek’s Technology Center West in Dyersville and will teach attendees how to maximize business and production potential by utilizing proven CEA techniques.

For more: To register, contact Cathy Eiben at 1.800.327.6835 ext. 795 or ceiben@farmtek.com. 
 

PMA Tech Talks
When: February 04, 2015
Where: Charlotte, North Carolina
Produce Marketing Association Tech Talks sets the stage for innovative thinking and groundbreaking ideas. It is designed to spark conversation and connections through powerful and thought-provoking videos and presentations. It is a place where possibility converges with reality — from science to business to global and local issues.

For more: www.pma.com/events/tech-talks


Next Level
When: February 3 to 5, 2015
Where: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Next Level is a three-day conference focused solely on helping you make the most of your business. From development sessions led by some of the nation’s most admired business experts and thought leaders to more casual gatherings designed to help you network with and learn from your peers, Next Level will provide you with insight, ideas, and a plan you can put into action. While there, also look for Greenhouse Management and Produce Grower Editor Karen Varga and Nursery Management Editor Kelli Rodda, who will be leading an in-depth session on helpful iPad apps.

For more: http://yournextlevel.org/ 


2015 Produce Executive Development Program
When: March 8 to 13, 2015
Where: Ithaca, New York
The produce industry is rapidly evolving and demands on executives are more heightened than ever. Success in today’s ever-changing business environment requires thoughtful and decisive executive leadership. The United Fresh Produce Executive Development Program, presented in partnership with the esteemed Cornell University Food Industry Management Program, is specifically designed to help today’s produce industry leaders sharpen their business acumen and executive skill set.

For more: Please contact Miriam Wolk at mwolk@unitedfresh.org or 202-303-3410.