20th Annual Nebraska Winery and Grape Growers Forum & Trade Show
March 2-4, 2017
Omaha Marriott
Omaha, Nebraska
The excitement is building for the 20th Annual Nebraska Winery and Grape Growers Forum and Trade Show, March 2-4, 2017 at the Omaha Marriott. This year Paolo Sabbatini from Michigan State will talk on Viticulture, Drew Horton of the University of Minnesota will talk Enology, advisor to the VESTA program, Stan Howell, will share his insights, and internationally acclaimed motivational speaker, Karen Purves, will address promotion and marketing. Be sure to check the agenda for other speakers and topics.
The Grand Awards Banquet is a six course meal prepared and matched to six of Nebraska's top wines specifically prepared by Marriott's Food and Beverage Manager (himself a top chef) and Omaha Marriott’s Executive Chef. The meal will include an appetizer, soup, salad, fish, beef and dessert course each served with an award winning Nebraska wine.
Four conference packages are available as well as a la carte options for guests. This year's packages are as follows:
Full Conference Package: Includes Thursday workshop, Thursday's "Red Night" wine reception, Friday & Saturday programs (including lunches & refreshments), Friday's "White" wine reception, a Trade Show pass, and Saturday's "Grand Awards Banquet"
Forum Package (Friay & Saturday): Includes Friday & Saturday programs (including lunches & refreshments), Friday's "White" wine reception, a Trade Show pass, and Saturday's "Grand Awards Banquet"
Thursday Only: Includes Thursday's workshops and the "Red Night" wine reception.
Friday Only: Includes Friday's programs, lunch and the "White Night" wine reception
Saturday Only: Includes Saturday's programs, a Trade Show pass, lunch and the "Grand Awards Banquet"
Hotel Accommodations:
Omaha Marriott, $97 per night
Book your group rate for Nebraska Winery and Grape Growers Forum
Questions? Please contact:
Wendy Morrissey, University of Nebraska, 402.472.5636 (Registration questions)
Paul Read, University of Nebraska Viticulture Program, 402.472.5136 (Program questions)
Stephen Gamet, University of Nebraska Viticulture Program, 402.416.9763 (Program questions)
Register before February 15 to receive early bird rates!
If you are a member of a state association, be sure to enter your association acronym in the Promo Code box for confirmation of your membership and conference discount package.