PMA

The Produce Marketing Association (PMA) in the US has announced in a press release its schedule of events for 2009.

The events calendar includes a broad range of professional development and business planning opportunities for the whole produce and floral industry supply chain.

Produce Solutions Conference: Managing Market Disruptions
March 19-21
Nashville, Tenn., US

This timely forum brings together 300 mid- to senior-level produce supply chain executives to gather updates on critical industry trends, discuss trends and issues, and brainstorm on strategies to increase produce consumption. This year’s attendees will get the answers needed to make smart business decisions regarding the changing economic climate. Hear what market disruptions are on the horizon for the produce supply chain, and how to not only prepare for the impacts but overcome them.

Fresh Connections Chile
April 28
Santiago, Chile

Fresh Connections Chile is a one-day educational and networking event for PMA members and potential members to address important business issues and learn more about the association and its offerings – in the convenience of your own backyard.

Fresh Connections Australia & New Zealand
May 24-26
Sydney, Australia

This multi-day Fresh Connections event will begin with a member orientation and welcoming reception followed by two education-packed days and an exposition. As the only event of its kind “down under”, attendees are able to connect with fellow industry professionals from all segments of the supply chain, while staying ahead of the curve on important business issues.

Fresh Connections Mexico
May 28-29
Guadalajara, Mexico

Fresh Connections Mexico begins with a networking reception designed to help members and potential members connect with fellow industry professionals from all segments of the supply chain. The following day offers a full day of educational sessions to keep attendees ahead of the curve on important business issues – in the convenience of your own backyard.

Foodservice Conference & Exposition
July 24-26
Monterey, Calif., US

The PMA’s annual Foodservice Conference & Exposition is the only event focused exclusively on fresh produce in the foodservice industry, and is widely rated by attendees as one of the industry’s best values for learning and networking.

Fresh Summit International Convention & Exposition
October 2-5
Anaheim, Calif., US

More than 17,000 participants from throughout the global fresh produce and floral supply chains and across the world come together as a community to learn, network, build relationships and do business at the Americas’ leading produce industry gathering.