October 3, 2021 – October 5, 2021 PDT
NATGA Fall Truffle Congress 2021
October 3-5, Flamingo Resort and Conference Center, Santa Rosa, CA View Conference material
Hosted Opening Reception:Sunday evening gathering and chance to connect with NATGA friends and learn about the Sonoma County truffle history dating back to 1975. Congress Presentations:Interesting and useful information for truffle growers. In addition to our knowledgeable speakers, you will have the opportunity to network with many other truffle growers from around the country during the 2-day event. Keynote Speaker:Pierre Sourzat, a leading French authority on Tuber magnatum truffle cultivation and author of “The Short Guide To Truffle Cultivation “ Wine & Truffle Extravaganza Dinner Monday at Kendall Jackson Winery Enjoy a four course gourmet truffle dinner at the Kendall Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens, a hub of culinary and garden excellence, one of Sonoma County’s best kept secrets. Savor a farm-to-table culinary experience from Executive Chef Justin Wangler and his team, paired with a selection of award winning Sonoma County Wines. Join Us In OctoberCome Enjoy What Sonoma Wine Country Has to Offer!All-Inclusive Congress Package Includes:
Agenda:[Download PDF]Sunday October 3:12:00 – 4:00 Arrival and Hotel Check-in 4:00 – 7:00 Congress Registration and Hosted Bar – The Cove (Poolside Patio)7:00 – Down Dine Around at Sponsoring Restaurants Reservation will be made at numerous restaurants within walking distanceMonday October 4:7:30 – 8:30 Buffet breakfast – Palm Room8:30 – 9:00 Welcome and Introductions: Karen Passafaro & Shannon Berch
10:00 – 10:30 Morning break and Visit Sponsor Exhibits – Ballroom Foyer10:30 -11:00 Marketing Task Force Update: Fran Angerer
12:00 – 1:00 Truffle Culinary Creations and and Visit Sponsors – Lunch in The Cove1:00 – 1:30 Are Any of My Expenses for the Truffle Congress Tax Deductible? Alyce Chapman, CPA 1:30 – 3:00 Research Task Force Updates: Staci O’Toole and Shannon Berch Monitoring Future Irrigation Requirements with Meter Group Technology.
3:00 – 3:30 Afternoon break and Visit Sponsor Exhibits – Ballroom Foyer3:30 – 4:30 Looking Back to Grow Forward: Discussion with Truffle Industry Pioneers Moderated by Shannon Berch
6:00 – 9:00 Wine Country Truffle Dinner(Gourmet Truffle Dinner paired with Sonoma County Wines at Kendall Jackson Wine Estate and Gardens, 5007 Fulton Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Dinner is outside in the Gardens) |
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Tuesday, October 5
7:30 – 8:30 Buffet breakfast – Palm Room
8:30 – 9:30 Agribusiness Task Force Update: Fabrice Caporal-
- NATGA Website Forum Highlights
- Guided Discussion of Orchard Management Techniques with Productive Orchards (Olivia Martin-Taylor, Richard Franks, Margaret Townsend)
10:00 – 10:30 Morning break and Visit Sponsor Exhibits – Ballroom Foyer
11:00 – 12:00 Culinary/Agritourism Task Force Update: Olivia Martin-
- Guided Discussion on Agritourism with Productive Orchards (Tucker Taylor, Staci O’Toole, Simon Cartwright) o Agritourism events: Lessons Learned o Direct sales to chefs and restaurants o Regional festivals
- Cooking with Truffles, author Susi Gott Seguret
Ticket Costs
All-Inclusive Congress Package Includes:
- 2-days of conference sessions and materials
- Opening reception on Sunday (food and cocktails)
- Full breakfast, coffee breaks and snacks both days
- Lunch on Monday
- Wine & Truffle Extravaganza Dinner Monday (4 course gourmet truffle meal with wine pairing)
Pricing:
- NATGA Members $395
- Non-members $495
Wine & Truffle Extravaganza Dinner Only:
- 4 course gourmet truffle meal paired with award winning Sonoma County wines
- Limited space available for the public not attending the Congress
Pricing:
- NATAGA members $175
- Non members/public/press $225
Congress Attendance Only, Includes:
- 2-days of conference sessions and materials
- Opening reception on Sunday (food and cocktails)
- Full breakfast, coffee breaks, snacks both days
- Lunch on Monday
Pricing:
- NATGA Members $295
- Non-members $395
Notes:
There is a possibility that the Congress will be limited in number of attendees, due to Covid-19 restrictions, so book now to reserve your spot! Ticket prices are fully refundable if canceled due to Covid-19.Become a member and Save
If you are not yet a NATGA member, JOIN NOW to take advantage of all the benefits of membership including the Fall Congress discount, Webinars with International Truffle Experts, Grower Forums, and numerous articles and presentations from previous NATGA Conferences. If you have elected to pay for the event by check or invoice, please send check today to:North American Truffle Growers Association c/o Ms. Kathleen Sedehi, Treasurer PO Box 621 Fletcher, NC 28732-0621