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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Questions and Answers

Get the answers you need!  Our Organic Grower Summit 2024 FAQs page tackles all the common questions about attending the show in Monterey, California. Find out about passes and inclusions, seminars and speakers, the supplier showcase, and more.  Plan your visit with ease and get the most out of your experience at the Organic Grower Summit! If you have more questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact Farm Progress Customer Service by calling 800-441-1410. 

PASSES & REGISTRATION

Advanced attendee passes can be purchased online at www.OrganicGrowerSummit.com. Pass prices vary based on pass type and can be viewed during online registration. Full pass registration includes admittance to all OGS 2024 activities including—opening reception, education sessions, ag tech innovation area, keynote presentations, the tradeshow, and all breakfasts & lunches.

One day passes are available inside registration and are good for Thursday only at the Organic Grower Summit.

All major credit/debit cards are accepted for on-site pass purchases.

Student and government personnel may register for a full event pass at a discounted rate of $99. Event staff may follow up with you after registering to confirm your status.

Media interested in covering the event prior to, as well as during, the event, may request approval for a media press pass by contacting the OGS Marketing Manager, Michelle Swayze. Press wanting to attend but not promote the event may purchase a pass directly through the main registration portal, selecting Media as the Industry Affiliation type. Both passes will provide access to the media suite on-site and all the full event pass amenities.

Exhibitors who book a space receive 3 full event passes for booth personnel. The link to register your booth personnel will come to the primary contact for the exhibiting company. If you have not received your link to register your staff, please contact our Events Specialist, Peyton Fair. Additional passes for booth personnel can be purchased through the main registration portal, selecting Booth Personnel as the Industry Affiliation type.

Companies who book a sponsorship, either stand alone or in addition to an exhibits space, receive a select number of full event passes for company personnel. The link to register your participants will come to the primary contact for the sponsoring company. If you have not received your link to register your staff, please contact our Events & Sponsorship Manager, Dena Morgan.

There are multiple options when registering for the Organic Grower Summit. 

Allied Industry $599
Applies to industry suppliers including but not limited to producers of ag inputs/amendments, equipment/machinery, shipping/packaging/distribution, seed, software/traceability, and any other materials for the organic grower.

Growers $399

Growers WGA & CCOF Members $199 
Growers who are members of the Western Growers Association (WGA) or the California Certified Organic Farmer (CCOF) may register for $199 with a WGA or CCOF member code. Contact WGA or CCOF membership teams to get more information.

OPS Participating Growers $199
Growers who participated in the Organic Produce Summit (OPS) may register for $199 with OPS partner code. Contact Keigan Roos to receive your discount code.

Government / Students $99

Any Attendee Type One day Thursday Only Pass $149

The Organic Grower Summit is an opportunity for the entire organic industry to gather together, network, share insights, discover projects, and set their trajectory for the upcoming year. When registering, please select your industry affiliation that best applies to your current business:

  • Ag Inputs / Soil Amendments
  • Equipment / Machinery
  • Grower
  • Media
  • Non-profit / Government
  • Shipping / Packaging / Distribution
  • Seed
  • Software / Traceability
  • Student
  • If not one of the above, select Other and let us get to know you!

CEU credits are available. The six seminars on Wednesday and the one session on Thursday are accredited for 1 CEU for each session taken. Accreditation is through the Certified Crop Adviser program.

GENERAL SUMMIT INFORMATION

The Organic Grower Summit has a full line-up of experiences, networking, seminars, and tradeshow occuring December 4-5, 2024. View the agenda and ongoing updates online.

Full pass registrations include breakfast, breaks, lunches, and receptions.

There are several ways to connect with us and stay up-to-date on all the latest show information and events: Follow us on social media through Facebook and X (@organicgrowersummit and #OGS24), and sign up for email alerts so you can stay in the loop and make the most of your show experience.

Visitors with general questions may contact Farm Progress Customer Service by calling 800-441-1410 or email [email protected]

GETTING TO, STAYING, & NAVIGATING THE EVENT

Valet Parking $20

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa on Del Monte Golf Course offers valet parking for our guests. RVs and vans are also welcome.

Self Parking $20

Our Monterey hotel offers an abundance of self-parking. RVs and vans are also welcome. Please contact the Front Desk before arrival for instructions on designated parking spots. Hotel guests should leave their luggage in their vehicle upon check-in. Parking is conveniently located near all guestrooms. Parking is complimentary for Sea Root, Spa Adeline, and Monterey Bay Racquet Club guests.

 

For more information on parking and getting to/around the venue, visit their travel page.

Participants of the Organic Grower Summit may take advantage of the room block and discounts setup by the OGS event team with the venue. View more information on the venue page of the event site.

SHOW FEATURE INFORMATION

The OGS Ag Tech & Innovation Area is a dedicated location on the OGS campus specifically designed to display and promote ag technology and large equipment during the event. This demonstration area is conveniently located and will flow directly into the OGS Ag Tech Opening Reception. The Ag Tech Innovation Area schedule:

  • 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Ag Tech Presentations
  • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm  | Ag Tech Networking Reception

The Organic Grower Summit presents new and leading industry suppliers during the tradeshow at the event bringing you the technology, equipment, materials, and business relationships that can support and innovate your organic operation. For the current and ongoing updated list of exhibiting companies, visit the exhibitor list page of the event site.

The Grower of the Year Award presentation is occuring during the Keynote presentation on December 5, 11am - 1pm, during the keynote presentation and lunch. View the event agenda for the most up-to-date schedule of events.

HANDICAP & ADA ASSISTANCE

Please contact the host venue, the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa, for the facilities policies on service animals.

For specific information on handicap parking please contact the venue. Valet and self-parking options are available. Please see Getting To, Staying & Navigating section above.

Please contact the host venue, the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa, for the facilities policies on mobility scooters and handicap accessibility on the grounds, rooms, and convention areas..

EXHIBITORS

How do I book a space in the tradeshow?

Interested in booking a space at the Organic Grower Summit? Contact Don Tourte directly for information or complete our contact me form on the event site to have a team member contact you!

The OGS Ag Tech & Innovation Area is a dedicated location on the OGS campus specifically designed to display and promote your ag technology and large equipment during the event. This demonstration area is conveniently located and will flow directly into the OGS Ag Tech Opening Reception for added exposure.

Interested in booking a space at the Ag Tech Innovation Area at the Organic Grower Summit? Contact Don Tourte directly for information or complete our contact me form on the event site to have a team member contact you!

The official service provider is Tricord Tradeshow Services.

Phone: 831-883-8600
Email: Jordan Pezzini <[email protected]>

f you have questions or need assistance, please contact the OGS Events Specialist, Peyton Fair for assistance.

If you are interested in and/or have purchased a sponsorship and need assistance, please contact the OGS Events & Sponsorship Manager, Dena Morgan, for assistance.

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