The highly anticipated 2025 Vegetable Expo is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Jordan Hall in Geneva, NY. This full-day event will showcase a diverse lineup of industry experts, researchers, and farmers who will share the latest innovations and strategies in vegetable production, sustainability, and pest management. Registration for the event is now open, and attendees can secure their spot by visiting the following link: https://nysvga.org/expo/information/.
The program for the expo will kick off with registration and coffee at 8:15 a.m., followed by the official start at 9:00 a.m. The agenda includes a morning panel on new production technologies, featuring presentations by Dr. Lynn Sosnoskie on innovative methods for reducing herbicide use with robots, lasers, and precision weeders. Dr. Mark Rea will discuss the potential of ultraviolet radiation for plant pathogen control, and Blake Duden will explore the evolving role of drones in agriculture. Additionally, Benjamin Austic will provide practical insights into the utilization of drones on his farm.
Other highlights of the event include discussions by Dr. Laura Acuna-Maldonado on revisions to the FSMA Produce Safety Rule, Dr. Bryan Brown on weed seed banks and herbicide label updates, and Michael Burel covering pesticide applicator recertification and regulation updates. Dr. Brian Nault and John Mahas will address corn earworm management in sweet corn, and the afternoon sessions will feature Dr. Christine Smart’s recap of the 2024 disease management landscape and fungicide resistance concerns. A farmer-led panel on improving soil health, featuring Joe Brightly, Nate Hartway, and Matt Toussaint, will also take place.
The 2025 Vegetable Expo aims to provide attendees with invaluable information and networking opportunities to enhance their knowledge and skills in vegetable production. Source: Morning AG Clips.
Publication Date: Friday, January 17, 2025.
In addition to the informative content, the event is supported by sponsors who are showcased in banners on the website. These banners provide valuable resources and information to attendees and interested parties in the industry.
Overall, the 2025 Vegetable Expo promises to be a valuable and enriching experience for all attendees, offering a wealth of knowledge and insights from industry experts and practitioners. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and network with the best in the field. Register now to secure your spot at this exciting event.