As the entire world understandably operates “out of an abundance of caution” in response to COVID-19 Coronavirus, OnionBusiness.com is working to keep our readers abreast of produce industry events and their status for 2020.
We are compiling a list and will update it frequently with official statements from event organizers as well as links to their sites. Some events are still scheduled; some are postponed; some 2020 gatherings have been canceled. Please check with us and use the links we’re providing for the most up-to-date information.
Because many of us have weathered extreme circumstances over the years, we’re remaining optimistic this disruption will resolve sooner rather than later. We’re also relying on our abiding faith in God, turning to Him in this time of world uncertainty. And we’re reaching out to you as well with the hand of fellowship.
We’re all in this together.
ON SCHEDULE:
Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention & Trade Show, May 12-14, Metro Toronto Convention Center. AS OF MARCH 17. https://convention.cpma.ca
National Restaurant Association Show, May 16-10, McCormick Place in Chicago. AS OF MARCH 17. https://www.restaurant.org/Events/Signature-Events/National-Restaurant-Association-Show
United Fresh Convention & Expo June, 16-19, San Diego Convention Center. AS OF MARCH 13. https://www.unitedfresh.org (Also information available at United Fresh resource page https://www.unitedfresh.org/coronavirus-fresh-produce-industry-resource-page/)
Organic Produce Summit, July 8-9, Monterey Conference Center, Monterey, CA. AS OF MARCH 17 https://r.online-reg.com/Organic_Produce_Summit_Registration_2020/#login.
PMA Foodservice, JULY 24-25, Monterey Convention Center, Monterey, CA, AS OF MARCH 17 https://www.pma.com/events/foodservice
PMA Fresh Summit, Oct. 15-17, Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas, AS OF MARCH 17 https://www.pma.com/events/freshsummit
POSTPONED:
PMA Fresh Connections, March 25-26, Philadelphia
https://www.pma.com/events/fresh-connections-retail
CGT Women’s Fresh Perspective Conferences, April 25-27, San Antonio. https://www.centerforgrowingtalent.org/programs-and-events/womens-fresh-perspectives
PMA Updated Information AS OF MARCH 13 https://www.pma.com/content/press-releases/2020/coronavirus-covid-19-outbreak
CANCELLED:
Viva Fresh, April 30-May 3, JW Marriott Hill Country Resort San Antonio. https://vivafreshexpo.com
