Explore America's #1 Ballpark on one of our daily guided tours. Experience the ballpark as only players and staff do. Led by a tour guide, this historical, behind-the-scenes tour allows guests to experience the ballpark while learning about the history of Petco Park and the San Diego Padres.  Cost: $75

Explore San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, the historic heart of America’s Finest City. Experience what makes this neighborhood one of the top destinations for dining, entertainment, and nightlife. This San Diego food tour will uncover the district’s intriguing past. On these tours, you will learn the secrets behind the district’s historic buildings, and travel back in time to when thousands arrived in the port town of San Diego. This popular food and drink tour will not only satisfy your taste buds, but your curiosity, too!  Cost:  $125

• A walking history tour of San Diego’s thriving “New Town”
• Indulge your senses and taste original flavors from 4 participating restaurants
• Drink samples at 3 of the 4 locations
• Listen to stories about the scandals of the Stingaree District
• Learn some of the history that they don’t teach you in a classroom
• Enjoy enough delicious food for a light meal

Come pickup your badge before the opening reception.

Join us for a cocktail and appetizers to start the conference on the beautiful patio at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront hotel.

An inside glimpse into production, seasonality, market signals & opportunities ahead in the Peruvian avocado industry.

An inside glimpse into production, seasonality, market signals & opportunities ahead in the Colombian avocado industry.

Foodservice Trends, Consumer Cravings and Menu Opportunities Driving Demand

This panel will discuss foodservice leaders on menu growth, consumer appeal & what the industry must deliver.

An inside glimpse into production, seasonality, market signals & opportunities ahead in the California avocado industry.

An inside glimpse into production, seasonality, market signals & opportunities ahead in the Chilean avocado industry.

An inside glimpse into production, seasonality, market signals & opportunities ahead in the Mexican avocado industry.

Marketing Leaders on Brand Building, Consumer Engagement, Retail Support & Category Growth

Global Production Outlook, Trade Flows and the Demand Challenge Ahead

Key growing practices and strategies with proven infield success across California growing regions

Growers of Every Size Share Practical Paths to Higher-Yielding Operations

How Shoppers, Channels, Merchandising and Fresh Trends Are Reshaping Avocado Growth

CEO perspectives on the Forces that Will Define the Future of the U.S. Market

This panel of retail leaders will discuss trends, expectations & execution that drive avocado growth.

Close out the conference while networking and enjoying sweeping views of San Diego Bay during a private three-hour yacht cruise aboard the new California Spirit. Just steps from the hotel enjoy this unique evening with food and drinks included. *RSVP and ticket required. Limited capacity.