2010 Events
Events/Receptions/Breakfasts
Media Day
Monday, February 8
Exhibitors are encouraged to be prepared for media inquires on Monday, February 8, preceding opening day. Media from various trade publications and mainstream sources attend the official Media Day breakfast and special events. During the breakfast, media receive a VIP preview to World Ag Expo. Following the scheduled events, media may also roam the grounds for pre-show interviews and exhibit previews. For more information, contact World Ag Expo Director of Communications Steven Knudsen at (559) 688-1751, ext. 221, or e-mail steven@farmshow.org.
Exhibitor Reception
Tuesday, February 9
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Ag Source Magazine invites you to the Exhibitor Reception on Tuesday, February 9. The reception begins at 5 p.m., immediately following the close of the expo, in the Heritage Complex Banquet Hall at the west end of the expo grounds. Come to eat, drink and mingle with other exhibitors.
Ticket Price: Free with RSVP
Ag Expo Prayer Breakfast
Wednesday, February 10
Speakers at this year’s breakfast explore the theme of “An Eternal View of Agriculture” as they emphasize the importance of faith within the context of the agricultural community. Keynote speaker Gale Bamford, a partner in Bamford Dairy Cattle, LLC., graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 1966 and has invested his professional life since then in dairy cattle genetics. For the past 25 years, he and son Todd have raised dairy replacement heifers, and for 17 years, Bamford has owned and bred registered Holstein cattle. He enjoys serving as a mentor to men in one-on-one and smallgroup settings. Two seating times—7 a.m. and 9 a.m.—at the Heritage Complex Banquet Hall accommodate exhibitors and attendees.
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Tickets Prices: $15 each or $150 for a table. A $500 sponsorship includes two tables and recognition in the breakfast program.
For tickets or information, call World Ag Expo at (559) 688-1751, or purchase tickets online.
NOTE: Admission to World Ag Expo is not included in Prayer Breakfast fees.
West Coast Nationals Power Pulling Series
Tuesday–Wednesday, February 9–10
Be sure to attend West Coast Nationals Power Pulling Series for post-expo evening entertainment. Exclusive to the West Coast, high-powered tractor and four-wheel-drive truck pullers from across North America compete for class championship titles on Tuesday, February 9, and Wednesday February 10.
Gates open at the Tulare County Fairgrounds at 4:30 p.m., with the main event beginning at 6 p.m. both days. For more infromation about West Coast Nationals go to www.westcoastnationals.com.
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Ticket Prices: General Admission is $12 and Pit Passes are $10
Note: General admission is included with your World Ag Expo Exhibitor/Attendee Badge. Pick up your World Ag Expo Badge at the West Coast Nationals Booth J30.
Exhibitor hospitality and sponsorship opportunities are available. For sponsorship information, call Stacey Beachy at (559) 688-1751 or e-mail Stacey@farmshow.org.
International Reception
Wednesday, February 10
All exhibitors are invited to this meet-and-greet opportunity to visit with international attendees from more than 50 countries.
The reception is held from 5–7 p.m. in the Banquet Hall on the first floor of the Heritage Complex.
Ticket Price: Tickets are Free with an Invitation.
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International visitors are asked to pick up an invitation in advance at the International Business Center on the second floor of the Heritage Complex or by e-mailing. international@farmshow.org.
Please RSVP if your company plans on attending the International Reception.
Agricultural Leadership Alumni World Ag Expo Breakfast
Thursday, February 11
The California Agricultural Leadership Foundation and partners invite you to attend the 16th Annual California Agricultural Leadership World Ag Expo Breakfast. Doors open at 6:30 a.m. for coffee and juice. Breakfast starts at 7 a.m. in the Heritage Complex Banquet Hall. This year’s event features Mark Mayfield, a humorist and one of the most sought-after corporate comedians. He has shared the stage with celebrities such as Paul Newman, Peter Frampton and Colin Powell. Raised on a farm, he received two degrees Magna Cum Laude from Kansas State University,served as National President of the Future Farmers of America and spent time as a teacher, lobbyist and nightclub owner. A national convention planner recently called Mayfield “one of the very few really funny, inspiring men in America today.” He is considered an agricultural inspirational speaker, and he will talk about change and the importance of managing change in life, in agriculture, in business.
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Ticket Prices: Table sponsorships, available at $500, include reserved seating, a steak breakfast for eight and program recognition. Individualtickets are also available for $50.
For tickets or information, call the World Ag Expo at (559) 688-1751, or purchase tickets online. Seating is limited and this event sells out, so reserve early.
