The 2014 IPPS Conference Program is developing now, so here's your chance to help create an intriguing, provocative, and dynamic conference in Niagara Falls Canada!  Program Chair Peggy Walsh Craig is seeking your input:

 

What is your favorite IPPS story?  Whether you are a long-time member or a newbie, we'd like to liven up the 2014 conference with short (1-3 mins) stories about past IPPS meetings. Tell us an amusing anecdote, share an "aha" learning moment, or any remarkable encounter showcasing the unique value of being an IPPSer. 

 

Who is your favorite speaker on production, propagation, soils, growing media or climate change?  Contact Peggy with your suggestions: peggy@peggywalshcraig.com or call 705-840-8466.

 

Where does YOUR strength lie? As you probably know, some of the favorite speakers at any IPPS Conference are the ones who learned by doing and shared it.  Step up as an IPPS member bound "to seek and to share" by giving a short talk on something you know well. We're looking for rapid fire growing tips (about 5 mins) and also for talks on any of these topics: production, propagation, soils, growing media or climate change (about 15-20 mins). 

 

Please contact Peggy if you have something to offer to the 2014 Conference Program.  She promises that if you respond in any way to this appeal, you will be her favorite!

 

New for 2014!  The International IPPS office plans to send all IPPS members the regional newsletters created by the 8 IPPS regions around the world:  Southern and Western Regions in North America, European Region (formerly Great Britain and Ireland), Japan, Australian, New Zealand and Southern Africa. New International Secretary Terri Breon will distribute these newsletters that will serve to strengthen our international connections and give you the opportunity to learn something from them! (Don't worry - most are quarterly so we won't be overloading your inbox!)  CLICK HERE for a sample from New Zealand.