Your success is our success! We host a variety of educational workshops and Field Days to give berry growers like you the tools you need to protect and improve your crops, learn the latest in farming techniques, and market your business. We also keep you up-to-date on other industry events.

Other Events

Every Tuesday through June 23

MSU Extension Weekly Fruit IPM Update Series

MSU has launched a weekly fruit integrated pest management (IPM) update series later this month, offering insights as the 2026 growing season gets underway. The sessions will provide a concise, field-focused overview of current growing conditions in Michigan orchards. Each week’s update integrates recent and forecasted weather patterns with pest and disease risk, along with reports on crop maturity, phenology and scouting observations from research and commercial orchard blocks. The meetings are designed to help growers stay ahead of emerging issues while providing a forum to share insights and ask questions with regional growers and specialists. Join the meetings virtually via Zoom at: https://msu.zoom.us/j/97848260697.

April 30-June 25

2026 Twilight Meeting Series

Join the scientists at Cornell for their Tree Fruit and Berry Twilight Meetings! All meetings will offer 1.5 DEC credits in categories 10, 1a, and 22. Meetings are free to attend and no pre-registration is required.

Thursday, April 30, 6:30–8:00PM: Schutt’s Cider Mill, 1063 Plank Rd. Webster, NY

May 28, 6:30–8:00 PM: Fruit Valley Orchard, 507 Bunker Hill Rd., Oswego, NY

Thursday, June 25, 6:30–8:00 PM: Schlabach’s Nursery,2784 Murdock Rd., Medina, NY

May 6-July 8

Berry Office Hours: Wednesdays

Join berry specialists Heather Kase and Anya Stansell for a casual discussion on berry production. We meet every Wednesday morning from May 6 until July 8. Meet other berry growers, bring your questions, or just listen in. This event is free and no registration is required. More info here.

June 16-17

2026 Agritourism Farm Tour

Maryland & Virginia

Join NAFDMA for Join us for two jam-packed tour days featuring 7 tour stops. You will explore a variety of business models with focus areas in the following categories: Food & Beverage | Pick-Your-Own | Agritainment | Retail | Hosting Events. Register here.

September 22-25

2026 Blueberry Convention

The blueberry industry is gathering for The 2026 Blueberry Convention, Sept. 22-25 in Monterey, California! Check out the US Highbush Blueberry Council’s schedule to get a sense of what we have planned. Book your hotel room within our discounted room block at the Hyatt Regency Monterey. Sign up at the early-bird rate when registration opens – very soon! 

April 4-12, 2027

Italy Agritourism Farm Tour

Enjoy exploring the agritourism of Italy, while also having dedicated time to relax and connect with your NAFDMA friends. This tour will have a relaxed pace, while also enjoying some of the uniqueness of what Italy has to offer. Register here.

On demand

Tackling Heat Stress in Fruit Production – Innovative Strategies for a Changing Climate

Rising temperatures pose a serious challenge to fruit production, impacting plant health, yield, and quality. This discussion will explore the science behind heat stress, its effects on fruit crops, and groundbreaking solutions to mitigate damage. Learn how strengthening plant cuticles can be a game-changer in protecting against extreme heat, ensuring resilience and productivity in an unpredictable climate. More info & register at https://event.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1711254&tp_key=6ca8dd6e8a.

On demand

Employee Engagement Virtual Workshop

Regardless of size or seasonality, every agritourism business seeks to create a culture that attracts, nurtures, and keeps employees engaged in their operation from year to year. This Virtual Workshop highlights three farms that illustrate a level of successful employee culture that we can all take lessons from to emulate in our own operations. More info & register here.

On demand

Pruning & Training of Berries, Kiwifruit, and Grapes

Webinar series

Join Bernadine Strik, professor of horticulture at Oregon State University, for this multicourse, on-demand series. Designed to provide all the information you need to prune and train berry crops, the series includes 4 to 8 self-paced narrated lectures totaling up to 2.5 hours on table grapes, kiwifruit, and berries—including raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries. Register for just one module or get a discount on the series.