Brought to you by:
Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel
November 18-20, 2026
HOSTED BUYER INFORMATION
Hosted buyer applications are now open for The Avocado Conference 2026.
Deadline to apply: August 1, 2026
(if hotel accommodations are needed)
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Farm Journal & The Packer events provide retail and food service buyers with the opportunity to meet with targeted prospects and network, socialize and meet face-to-face with qualified suppliers in fantastic destinations. Event attendees will enjoy informative educational sessions, expert speakers, multiple networking sessions, activities and pre-scheduled meetings. Not to mention, your hotel accommodations are complimentary. What categories are eligible to be hosted?
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Retail: The retail category is valid for full-service retail chains that sell food to consumers. The company must have at least 10 stores or more. (Buyers with fewer locations may be included at the discretion of Farm Journal.) Air travel reimbursement and lodging are provided upon request and approval.
Foodservice: The foodservice category is valid for broadline or chain foodservice industry members. Broadline Foodservice: A company that provides food and non-food products to restaurants, cafeterias, industrial caterers, and hotels. Chain Foodservice: Includes restaurants, hotels, industrial caterers, cafeterias, and meal box subscription companies. Air travel reimbursement and lodging are provided upon request.
Contact us with questions about the Hosted Buyer Program.
Lauren Haines lhaines@thepacker.com or produceexpos@farmjournal.com
913-713-9347
WHO ATTENDS WCPE?
HOSTED BUYER REFERAL PROGRAM
Introduce us to your fellow buyers and retailers, and if they’re approved to attend The Avocado Conference, we’ll give you both an entry to win an Prize Package valued at over $500. Receive an entry into the prize drawing for each person your refer.
