Arkansas Association of Grape Growers 2013 Conference, Trade Show, and Banquet
Arkansas Tech University, Ozark Campus, Student Services and Conference Center Ozark, AR
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Arkansas Association of Grape Growers 2013 Conference, Trade Show, and Banquet
The day will begin with the Annual Business Meeting of the AAGG, followed by workshops led by regional experts on a range of topics of interest to viticulturists. Topics will include sustainable grape-growing practices in the midwest, wildlife management, grape breeding advances, entomology, marketing and development, and a panel of grape farmers discussing a range of current concerns in the vineyard. The conference concludes with a social hour and banquet. Throughout the day, there will be many opportunities for networking among grape and muscadine growers, vendors, academicians, and individuals interested in the growth of viticulture and economic development in Arkansas and the surrounding region.
BANQUET LOCATION (evening only): Lawrence Hall, atop St. Mary's Mountain, Altus, Arkansas
Conference Program Ozark
8-8:30 a.m. Registration Student Services Conference Center Concourse 8:30-9:20 a.m. AAGG Annual Business Meeting, Room 117A 9:30-10:15 a.m. Session 1 "Identification and Biology of Potential Invasive Species of Grape," Dr. Donn Johnson, Professor, Research/Extension Entomologist, University of Arkansas Room 117A 10:30-11:15 a.m. Session 2 "The National Clean Plant Network for Grapevines: What Is It Doing for You?" Dr. Keith Striegler, Proprietor, Flint Ridge Winegrowing Services 11:30-12:15 p.m. Session 3 "Introducing High Tunnel Technologies for Table Grape Production," Dr. Elena Garcia, Associate Professor/Extension Horticulture Specialist, University of Arkansas Room 117A 12:30-1:30 p.m. Exhibitor Lunch Exhibitors will have a few minutes each to talk about their company and what it offers the industry
1:30-2:15 p.m. Session 4 "Diagnosing Grape Problems with the Vineyard Doctor Computer Application," Dr. Ed Hellman, Professor of Viticulture, Texas A & M Room 117A 2:30-3:15 p.m. Session 5 "Grape Breeding Advances at the University of Arkansas," Dr. John Clark, Professor, Horticulture, University of Arkansas 3:30-4:00 p.m. "Year in Review 2012-2013" Room 117A Panel: Lynn Gay, Grape Grower, Hindsville Doug Hausler, Grape Grower, Keels Creek Winery, Eureka Springs Thomas Post, Grape Grower, Post Vineyards, Altus Andy Allen, Viticulture & Enology Chair, Arkansas Tech-Ozark Moderator: Dr. Ken Warden, Arkansas Tech-Ozark
Banquet St. Mary's Lawrence Hall Altus
6-7 p.m. Social 7-9 p.m. Dinner Keynote Speaker, Jim Anderson, Executive Director, Missouri Wine and Grape Board Entertainment, Beth Stockdell, harpist
www.argrapegrowers.org
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Arkansas Tech University, Ozark Campus, Student Services and Conference Center (View)
1700 Helberg Lane
Ozark, AR 72949
United States
