Conference to benefit breeders

What: The 2014 Independent Plant Breeders Conference

When: Oct. 30-Nov. 2

Where: Grand Rapids, Mich.

The Independent Plant Breeders Conference is a great opportunity to learn and network with other plant breeders, horticulture industry professionals involved in new product development and marketing, and intellectual property experts. Pre-registration and a reception will take place the evening of October 30. The next two days will be filled with educational sessions aimed at helping independent breeders be successful, from technical aspects of breeding through product development and marketing. On the final day, we will tour nurseries, gardens and other horticultural landmarks in western Michigan.

A formal agenda and list of sessions will be released at a later date. Expect sessions to cover topics such as:

        Basic and advanced plant breeding techniques

        Managing a breeding program

        Bringing selections to market

        Intellectual property management

        Market trends

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