XX INTERNATIONAL PROTEA ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE &
XV INTERNATIONAL PROTEA RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM
MARCH 30 - APRIL 04, 2025 Temecula, California USA
UNITED BY PROTEAS
XX INTERNATIONAL PROTEA ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE & XV INTERNATIONAL PROTEA RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM 2025
Join us for the XX International Protea Association Conference and XV International Protea Research Symposium, taking place from March 30 - April 4, 2025. We will be surrounded by the stunning backdrop of Rainbow and Temecula, California. We're thrilled to announce that preparations for this Bi-Annual Conference are well underway! The theme is "United by Proteas."
The 2025 schedule will include best practices, fresh ideas, creative solutions and networking opportunities with over 100 professionals from around the world. Protea researchers and experts will come together to provide you and your team with the knowledge and tools you need to become more efficient, productive, and prepared for the future.
Location: Temecula, California
The Temecula Creek Inn is nestled in the rolling hills of Southern California wine country under the shade of broad oak trees, expect a true escape. Explore 300 acres of natural scenery where spacious suites, farm-to-table food, handcrafted cocktails, and picturesque views are all part of this beautiful accommodation.
CONFERENCE EVENTS
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Registration and Welcome Reception
SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2025 1:00pm-7:00pm
Registration and check in is from 1:00pm to 5:00pm and will conclude with a Welcome Reception along with welcoming remarks from conference organizers and convener, at Temecula Creek Inn.
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Symposium and Lectures
TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2025 and WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 2025
Presentation topics include propagation, hybridization, crop production, farm management, post harvest care, cold chain management, global sales and marketing and emerging floral trends.
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Farm and Nursery Tours
MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2025 and THURSDAY APRIL 3, 2025
An exhilarating lineup of tours: Resendiz Brothers Protea Growers, Kendall Farms, Rainbow Protea, Altman Plants and Bandy Ranch Floral.
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Optional Tour (Friday)
Explore the original Los Angeles Flower Market and Gourmet Logistics Company! Founded in 1919, this expansive indoor floral market place boast 55,000 sq. ft. featuring 32 vendors. This optional tour will include round trip bus transportation, breakfast and lunch, LA Flower market tour and guided Gourmet Logistic Tour.
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Floral Workshop and Farm Tour with Rene Van Rems
Join Rene Van Rems, AIFD for a two day, hands on workshop, where you'll learn the art of creating stunning event decor using proteas. Workshop include flower farm tour and foraging.
GREETINGS FROM CONFERENCE LEADERS
MEL RESENDIZ / IPA President
As spring 2025 begins in southern California we will gather for the XX International Protea Association Conference & XV International Protea Research Symposium. I am looking forward to seeing both familiar faces and some new ones. We have planned a fantastic week of activities for you, and I promise that you’ll go home with some incredible knowledge and great memories.
The conference theme is “United by Proteas” and our aim is to bring together floral industry colleagues to support our goal of increasing Protea awareness and consumption around the world. We have designed an invigorating lineup of activities including informative presentations, creative demonstrations, farm and nursery tours, savory meals and plenty of networking opportunities. Plus, April is springtime in Rainbow, California and the protea fields are lush and bountiful, and sure to captivate all attendees.
Thank you for taking the time to join us!
Mel
KENNETH LEONHARDT / Convener
We are delighted to invite you to the 2025 International Protea Conference and International Protea Research Symposium in beautiful Temecula, San Diego County, California, the heart of protea production in North America. This esteemed gathering will bring together eminent industry professionals, researchers, breeders, propagators, marketers, producers and educators in an open forum for the discussion and disseminating of information on all aspects of crop production, farm management, handling of flowers, world-wide marketing and emerging trends. Please confirm your participation at your earliest convenience to insure that we can reserve your spot. If you have any questions or require additional information, please feel free to contact us. Symposium abstract submission will open on 15 July 2024. Symposium abstract submission deadline is 15 November 2024. Use the direct link below for symposium abstract submissions.
IPA Conference abstract submission will open on 15 July 2024. IPA Conference abstract submission deadline is 15 November 2024. Send conference abstract submissions to Ken Leonhardt’s email at leonhard@hawaii.edu or the link below.
We look forward to welcoming you and your group to Temecula Creek Inn, and to the Conference and Symposium!
Sincerely,
Ken
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