SALINAS, CA - The Organic Produce Summit will return to Monterey, CA, in summer of 2017, after selling out its inaugural event, and the registration gates for retailers open this coming Monday, November 14.

Last year’s show not only shined a light on one of the fastest-growing segments in the produce industry, but brought forth big voices on the topic like Tanimura & Antle Principal, Tonya Antle, Juicero Founder, Doug Evans, and many more. Now, OPS 2017 promises a similar format with one new addition for the organic produce buying community–hands-on field tours of organic fresh produce production.

Qualified individuals from retail or buying organizations are eligible for complimentary registration and accommodations for the event, slated for the newly-renovated Monterey Convention Center, Monterey, CA, July 12-13, 2017, according to a press release.

Representatives from both retail and buying organizations will have the opportunity to visit a number of operations in the heart of California’s salad bowl, Salinas Valley, on the morning of July 12.

Other key points of the OPS itinerary include: 

• An opening reception on the evening of July 12
• Educational sessions and keynote presentations on the morning of July 13
• An exhibition area featuring over 100 producers, processors, and distributors of organic fresh produce on July 13

With the success of last year’s show, 2017 will offer an expanded attendee roster of about 50 percent, with overall general registration set to open in January.

Retailers who want to ensure they don’t miss this organic-centric event can register at the OPS website here on November 14.

Complete details of the field tour program and more will be announced in coming weeks.

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