Join the North American Strawberry Growers Association (NASGA) and the North American Raspberry Blackberry Association (NARBA) for a joint berry meeting at the OUTRIGGER KONA RESORT & SPA in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. We have a limited number of rooms so make your reservations early.
The 2025 Conference will offer premium opportunities to network, learn about latest advancements in research, and hear about emerging technologies in the caneberry and strawberry industries across North America.
The North American Raspberry & Blackberry Association and the North American Strawberry Growers Association are pleased to offer conference participants a way to share their latest research findings. Posters may be submitted by undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, and extension educators associated with academic institutions and government agencies (USDA, etc.), and by industry researchers. Posters from growers about their farms or on-farm research are encouraged.
Outrigger Kona Resort & SpaJoin us at The OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa, perched above the lava cliffs of Keauhou Bay with newly renovated rooms, breathtaking views, a multi-level fantasy pool with a 200 foot water slide, and many complimentary resort activities including cultural activities, live music, hula lessons, yoga classes, lei making, and ukulele classes.
There are also opportunities for manta ray viewing in Keauhou Bay and a cultural tour of the nearby historic villages. Guests are welcome to enjoy the foods and flavors of the Island of Hawaii and the Kona coast at The OUTRIGGER’s resort restaurants and bars which feature locally sourced food and drinks made from the freshest produce and seafood.
78-128 Ehukai Street,
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
96740 USA
Each individual guest must make their own reservations.
Please note that the discount only applies to “Resort View” rooms with the option to select (1) King Bed or (2) Double Beds. The cutoff date to access this special rate is 1/12/2025.
For the ultimate in a Hawaiian dining experience, the Feast and Fire Luau and Dinner Show is offered on Mondays and Thursdays from 5pm to 8pm. Advanced reservations are advised. The OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa is offering a 20% discount on tickets for the Feast and Fire Luau to our conference attendees, only valid on Thursday, February 6th. The agricultural tour will return to the hotel to allow time for attendees to join this unique experience.
Discount code is NABC20
The 2025 conference will kick off with an opening reception on Monday, February 3rd and educational sessions will begin on Tuesday, February 4th. Conference content will continue on Wednesday, February 5th and there will be an Island of Hawai’i agricultural tour on Thursday, February 6th.
About the RegionOur conference will take place at the OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa, located in the beautiful Kona District, which stretches across almost two-thirds of the entire West side of the Island of Hawaiʻi.
Attendees will be able to explore a variety of shops, restaurants and nightlife, take advantage of a walking tour of Kona’s history, or head to south Kona to explore the clear, calm waters, perfect for snorkeling, sailing, and diving. And, don’t forget to sample the distinctive flavors of Kona coffee!
The Kaleiopapa Convention Center will offer dedicated space to host our tradeshow of products and services for strawberry and caneberry growers and industry. These exhibit spaces will be directly connected to the main conference area and can be visited before, during and after all 2 days of sessions with dedicated times each day. Contact information for all exhibitors will be included in an exhibitor guide that will be provided to all attendees.
More information to come on exhibitor registration and exhibit space fees. Reach out to us at info@raspberryblackberry.com to be contacted once the details are finalized.
Sponsors are crucial for keeping registrant fees low, bringing in high quality presenters, and providing a satisfying conference experience for all. We can create value for your company as a sponsor and support your marketing and outreach goals with face-to-face networking opportunities.
We offer many levels of sponsorship support. Join us in Hawaii for this unique opportunity as a sponsor:
Contact info@raspberryblackberry.com if you are interested in being a 2025 Conference sponsor!
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