Reservations
Please see below for ways to book:
- Call the hotel at (575) 527-9947 front desk. Ask to make a reservation under group block “ WESTERN PECAN GROWERS ASSOCIATION ” for March 2023.
Please note that the last day to book under this group block is 02/17/2023. Any reservations made after this cut-off date will be based on the next best available rate.
Llame al hotel al (575) 527-9947, para reservaciones. Solicite hacer una reserva en el bloque de grupo “ASOCIACIÓN DE PRODUCTORES DE PECANA OCCIDENTAL” en marzo de 2023.
Tenga en cuenta que el último día para reservar en este bloque de grupo es el 2/17/2023. Cualquier reserva realizada después de esta fecha límite se basará en la siguiente mejor tarifa disponible.
King Room
Esta habitación cuenta con TV de pantalla plana por cable, set de té y café, nevera y microondas.
Comodidades:
•Internet gratis
•Desayuno gratis
•La propiedad confirma que está implementando medidas mejoradas de salud y seguridad
• Hay opciones de alimentos envueltos individualmente para el desayuno
• Recepción 24 horas
• Las superficies que se tocan con frecuencia se limpian con desinfectante
• Gimnasi
• La propiedad se limpia con desinfectante
• La propiedad confirma que está implementando medidas de seguridad para los huéspedes
• Las sábanas y las toallas se lavan a una temperatura de al menos 60 °C/140 °F
• Hay máscaras disponibles para los huéspedes.
• Piscina – Exterior
• Desayuno continental gratuito
• Los huéspedes reciben desinfectante de manos gratuito
• Hay opciones de alimentos envueltos individualmente disponibles
• El personal usa equipo de protección personal
• Se han implementado medidas de distanciamiento social
• Período de brecha impuesto entre las estancias de los huéspedes
• Se realizan controles de temperatura del personal con regularidad.
• Estacionamiento – Autoservicio
• Acceso a Internet – Gratis en la habitación
• Escudo acrílico entre los huéspedes y el personal en las principales áreas de contacto
• Servicio de limpieza en seco
• Ropa sucia
• La propiedad está certificada oficialmente según las pautas de desinfección de una marca o agencia reguladora
• Instalaciones para no fumadores
• Centro de negocios
• Hay ropa de protección disponible para los huéspedes
Hora de entrada: 15:00
Hora de salida: 12:00 del mediodía
Room, 2 Queen Beds
2 camas Queen
Internet – Wi-Fi gratis
Entretenimiento: TV de pantalla plana con canales premium
Comida y bebida: frigorífico, microondas y cafetera y tetera.
Cuarto de baño: baño privado y secador de pelo.
Detalles prácticos: llamadas locales gratuitas, periódico gratuito y plancha y tabla de planchar; cunas/camas para niños disponibles previa solicitud
Comodidad: aire acondicionado y servicio de limpieza diario.
De no fumadores
Se pueden solicitar habitaciones comunicadas/contiguas, sujetas a disponibilidad
Comodidades:
• La propiedad confirma que está implementando medidas mejoradas de salud y seguridad
• Hay opciones de alimentos envueltos individualmente para el desayuno
• Recepción 24 hora
• Las superficies que se tocan con frecuencia se limpian con desinfectante
• Gimnasio
• La propiedad se limpia con desinfectante
• La propiedad confirma que está implementando medidas de seguridad para los huéspedes
• Las sábanas y las toallas se lavan a una temperatura de al menos 60 °C/140 °F
• Hay máscaras disponibles para los huéspedes.
• Piscina – Exterior
• Desayuno continental gratuito
• Los huéspedes reciben desinfectante de manos gratuito
• Hay opciones de alimentos envueltos individualmente disponibles
• El personal usa equipo de protección personal
• Se han implementado medidas de distanciamiento social
• Período de brecha impuesto entre las estancias de los huéspedes
• Se realizan controles de temperatura del personal con regularidad.
• Estacionamiento – Autoservicio
• Acceso a Internet – Gratis en la habitación
• Escudo acrílico entre los huéspedes y el personal en las principales áreas de contacto
• Servicio de limpieza en seco
• Ropa sucia
• La propiedad está certificada oficialmente según las pautas de desinfección de una marca o agencia reguladora
• Instalaciones para no fumadores
• Centro de negocios
• Hay ropa de protección disponible para los huéspedes
Hora de entrada: 15:00
Hora de salida: 12:00 del mediodía
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Welcome Back, WPGA members!
Name badges are required;
please remember to wear them at all times.
Thank you!
⬇ SEMINAR SCHEDULE ⬇
Equipment Trade Show & Exhibition March 5th
Events are open to WPGA members only! Name badges are required at all times!
Sunday Morning, March 5th
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8 am-5 pm Parking Lot
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Outdoor Equipment Exhibition |
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8 pm-1 pm Vendor Exhibition Hall |
Indoor Vendor Trade Show Large Equipment Moves-In Not open to the public! |
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1 pm-4 pm Vendor Exhibition Hall |
Indoor Vendor Trade Show Moves-In Not open to the public! |
Sunday Afternoon, March 5th
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1 pm- 4 pm Registration Desk
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WPGA Membership Registration |
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1 pm- 4 pm Parking Lot |
Cornhole Tournament Outdoor Vendor Exhibition Space |
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4 pm-8 pm Vendor Exhibition Hall |
Indoor Vendor Trade Show Opens to WPGA Guests |
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4 pm-8 pm Vendor Exhibition Hall |
Welcome Reception |
Seminars Itinerary Monday. March 6th
* Events open to WPGA members only! Name badges are required!
Monday, March 6
Morning Seminars
| 8am-5pm |
WPGA Conference, Equipment Trade Show, and Vendor Exhibition WPGA members only! |
Morning Seminars
Moderator: Mr. Jeff Anderson
Doña Ana County Extension Agriculture Agent
New Mexico State University
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8:30 am Ballroom #1 |
Welcome Mr. Jacob Arnold |
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8:40 am Ballroom #1 |
Key Note Address Mr. Robert Redding & Surprise Guest |
| 9 am |
Vendor Presentation |
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9:15 am Ballroom #1 |
Weevil Update Mr. Brad Lewis & Mr. Patrick Dudley Coordinator for Agriculture Commodity Boards and Producer Relations |
| 9:40 am | Vendor Presentation |
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9:55 am Ballroom #1 |
Pecan Bud Moth Ms. Tiffany Johnson |
Coffee Break
10:20am – 10:45 am
Sponsored by:
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Morning Seminars Resume
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10:45 am Ballroom |
Rhyme/Cotton Root Rot Dr. Alex Hu |
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11 am Ballroom |
What’s Causing the Leaf Scorch in my Pecan Orchard? Dr. Richard Heerema |
Lunch Break-11:30 am
BIG STAR AG SOURCE will be hosting a BBQ lunch for the WPGA Community
This lunch is also sponsored by:
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Monday, March 6
Afternoon Seminars
Moderator: Mr. Jack Blandford
Luna County Extension Agriculture Agent
New Mexico State University
Deming, NM
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1 pm Ballroom |
Zinc Variability in Pecan Orchards: Implications for Leaf Sampling and Nutrient Recommendations Dr. Jim Walworth |
| 1:30 pm |
Vendor Presentation |
| 1:45 pm |
Vendor Presentation |
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2:00 pm Ballroom
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An Overview of the Pecan Industry in Argentina Mr. Joaquín Torassa
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| 2:30 pm | Vendor Presentation |
Coffee Break
2:45-3:30 pm
Sponsored by:
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Afternoon Seminars Resume
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3:30 pm Ballroom |
East Meets West: Converging Pecan Production Strategies in Texas Dr. Monte Nesbitt |
| 4 pm |
Vendor Presentation |
| 4:15 pm |
Vendor Presentation |
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4:30 pm Ballroom |
Marketing Panel Moderator: Mr. Alex Ott Panel Guest
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Monday Evening, March 6
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6pm- 7pm Vendor Exhibition Hall |
Social Hour/ Cash Bar |
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7 pm-10 pm Ballroom #1 |
WPGA Banquet, Award Ceremony, and Auction |
Seminars Itinerary Tue. March 7th
* Events open to WPGA members only! Name badges are required!
Tuesday Morning, March 7
| 8 am- 5 pm |
WPGA Conference, Equipment Trade Show, and Vendor Exhibition WPGA members only! |
Tuesday, March 6
Morning Seminars
Moderator: Mr. Jeff Anderson
Doña Ana County Extension Agriculture Agent
New Mexico State University
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8:30 am Ballroom #1 |
Welcome Mr. Jacob Arnold |
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8:40 am Ballroom #1 |
Key Note Address Mr. Robert Redding & Surprise Guest |
| 9 am |
Vendor Presentation |
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9:15 am Ballroom #1 |
Weevil Update Mr. Brad Lewis & Mr. Patrick Dudley, Coordinator for Agriculture Commodity Boards and Producer Relations |
| 9:40 am | Vendor Presentation |
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9:55 am Ballroom #1 |
Pecan Bud Moth Ms. Tiffany Johnson |
Coffee Break
10:20 am – 10:45 am
Sponsored by:
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Morning Seminars Resume
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10:45 am
Ballroom |
Rhyme/Cotton Root Rot Dr. Alex Hu |
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11 am Ballroom |
What’s Causing the Leaf Scorch in my Pecan Orchard? Dr. Richard Heerema |
Lunch Break-11:30 am
BIG STAR AG SOURCE will be hosting a BBQ lunch for the WPGA Community
This lunch is also sponsored by:
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Tuesday, March 6
Afternoon Seminars
Moderator: Mr. Jack Blandford
Luna County Extension Agriculture Agent
New Mexico State University
Deming, NM
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1 pm Ballroom
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Zinc Variability in Pecan Orchards: Implications for Leaf Sampling and Nutrient Recommendations Dr. Jim Walworth |
| 1:30 pm |
Vendor Presentation |
| 1:45 pm |
Vendor Presentation |
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2:00 pm Ballroom
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An Overview of the Pecan Industry in Argentina Mr. Joaquín Torassa |
| 2:30 pm | Vendor Presentation |
Coffee Break
2:45-3:30 pm
Sponsored by:
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Afternoon Seminars Resume
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3:30 pm Ballroom |
East Meets West: Converging Pecan Production Strategies in Texas Dr. Monte Nesbitt |
| 4 pm |
Vendor Presentation |
| 4:15 pm |
Vendor Presentation |
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4:30 pm Ballroom |
Marketing Panel Moderator: Mr. Alex Ott Panel Guest
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Proceedings come to an end. Thank you. I will see you again next year.
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Conference & Equipment Trade Show
Activities
Food Fantasy Contest
Sunday
March 5th
8 am
Join us for the Karin Davidson Pecan Food Fantasy Contest on Sunday, March 5th at 8 am. Winners will receive a cash prize, and be featured on the Pecan Food Fantasy Blog. Winning dishes will be auctioned during our Banquet on March 7th. Proceeds will benefit the WPGA Scholarship Fund.
If you would like to become a Karin Davidson Pecan Food Fantasy contestant, please click on the button below for more details.
BBQ Lunch Cookout
Sunday
March 5th
Noon- 2 pm
BIG STAR AG SOURCE will host a BBQ lunch cookout for the WPGA ATTENDEE & VENDORS. Name badges are Required
This lunch is also sponsored by:
Corn Hole Tournament
Sunday
March 5th
1-4 pm & 5-8 pm
Join us for the WPGA Equipment Trade Show Cornhole Tournament on Sunday, March 5th, from 1 pm - 4 pm at the Las Cruces convention center parking lot.
The Cornhole Championship will be held during the welcome reception in the vendor exhibition hall from 5 pm - 8 pm
For more information about the Equipment Trade Show, click the button below.
Welcome Reception
Sunday
March 5th
5-8 pm
The WPGA Welcome Reception commences at 5 pm - 8 pm on Sunday, March 5th, at the Las Cruces Convention Center Vendor Exhibition Hall. Come and meet the rest of the WPGA Attendees & Vendors.
Name Badges are Required!
Educational Program
Monday & Tuesday
March 6th, & 7th
The educational program will feature presentations on issues related to the pecan cultural practices, industry updates, pecan research, marketing and economics, pest management, and reports from related support organizations.
WPGA is making changes to the exhibitor presentations as their presentations with be interspersed with the regular educational programs. Exhibitors' presentation spaces are offered on the vendor registration form. If you have any questions, you may contact Richard Heerema. You may also find more details on the Vendor Packages Page.
Indoor Exhibition
Sunday - Tuesday
March 5th- 7th
Come & see the latest innovative products & services geared towards the pecan industry at the Las Cruces Convention Center.
Indoor Vendors Exhibition Hours:
Sunday, March 5th, Noon-8 pm
Monday. March 7th, 8 pm-5 pm
Tuesday. March 8th, 8 am-Noon
Trade Show
Sunday - Tuesday
March 5th -7th
Join us for the annual WPGA Equipment Exhibition and Trade Show. Featuring exhibitors' products, innovative equipment, and company services from all over the country geared toward the pecan industry.
Hours of operation:
Sunday, March 5th
Noon to 8 pm
Monday, March 6th
8 am to 5 pm
Tuesday, March 7th
8 pm to Noon
Sponsored Lunch
Monday
March 6th
11:30 am - 1 pm
This year's lunch will be served at noon in Ballroom #1. Lunch tickets will be required.
Additional lunch tickets may be purchased at the registration desk or online.
This lunch is also sponsored by:
Social Hour/ Cash Bar
Monday, March 6th
6-7pm
The annual WPGA Social Hour on Monday, March 6th, will kick off the Banquet and Auction festivities at 6 pm. A cash bar will be available to our members.
Banquet
Monday
March 6th
7 pm
Join us at 7 pm for the annual WPGA Banquet and Auction at the Las Cruces Convention Center. A cash bar will be available at 6 pm to set off the festivities. All Pecan Food Fantasy Contest-winning dishes will be auctioned during the banquet. Proceeds from this auction will benefit the WPGA Scholarship Fund. Tickets will be available for purchase at the registration desk.