HOTEL IS ALMOST SOLD OUT - BOOK A ROOM TODAY!
The host hotel of the Pepper Conference - the Waldorf Astoria Naples Grande - is now sold out except for guest rooms being held in the Pepper Conference room block.
Once this block opens for general sale next Monday - other guests will reserve these rooms quickly - so don't delay - make your hotel reservation today to stay in the host hotel!
The hotel RESERVATION DEADLINE is Friday, September 14, 2012. Be sure to make your hotel reservation as soon as possible.
You can make a hotel reservation in one of two ways:
1.) BY TELEPHONE
- If you are in the US - call the hotel reservations department toll free number: 1-888-722-1270.
- The Europe International Hilton number is 800-Hhiltons: (800 44 45 86 87)
- Toll free number for Hilton if you are in Germany: 0800-18-18-146.
2.) ONLINE VIA THE WALDORF ASTORIA NAPLES GRANDE WEB SITE AT:
http://waldorfastoria3.hilton.com/en/hotels/florida/waldorf-astoria-naples-APFNGWA/index.html
Enter your arrival and departure dates to book a reservation and enter the group/convention code [NATLPC] to receive the special Pepper Conference Rate of $129 per night with one or two people per room.
Instructions are also posted on the conference web site at:
NEED A ROOMMATE AT THE CONFERENCE?
If you want to defray lodging costs, check out the SHARE-A-ROOM SECTION of the conference web site under MEETING SITE AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS to find attendees looking for a roommate.
PROGRAM AGENDA & POSTER DIRECTORY
We have an exciting schedule of speaker and poster presentations in store for you!
The agenda and poster directory are posted on the web site, and feature cutting edge research and information from individuals involved in research, extension and technology of Capsicum from around the world!
Presentations will focus on all pepper types including bell, long green/red chile, high color paprika, ancho, pimiento, cayenne, Tabasco, jalapeno, yellow pickling, serrano, and cherry peppers.
Session Topics
- Breeding and Genetics (germplasm evaluation and utilization, crop physiology and technology)
- Horticultural Management and Production (production methods, cultural systems and sustainable approaches)
- Integrated Pest Management (weed, insect and disease management)
- Post Harvest Issues (post harvest physiology and technology, economics, marketing and trade)
