2026 PSA Summer Symposium
July 15-17, 2026
Plover, Wisconsin
PSA is bringing our signature event, the PSA Summer Symposium, to Plover, Wisconsin! The premier potato industry networking and educational event designed to keep conversations on the future of potato sustainability moving forward.
Our Event Location and Host
This year’s event, hosted by McCain Foods, will take place at the Food + Farm Exploration Center in beautiful Plover, Wisconsin. The Food + Farm Exploration Center is a place for education, great wholesome food, and multiple immersive exhibits and activities.
Address:
Food + Farm Exploration Center
3400 Innovation Drive
Plover, WI 54467
Hotels
PSA has room blocks at three local area hotels. Please note that there is limited availability at each hotel, so we recommend booking soon. Click each to learn more and reserve your room!
Hampton Inn Plover – Stevens Point
Booking cutoff date: June 15, 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Stevens Point
Booking cutoff date: June 14, 2026
Home2Suites by Hilton Stevens Point
Booking cutoff date: May 31, 2026
Registration Options
March 16 – April 3
Advanced Early Bird
Grower/Student
Advanced Early BirdMember Registrations
Advanced Early BirdNon-Member Registrations
Advanced Early BirdApril 4 – May 18
Early Bird
Grower/Student
Early BirdMember Registrations
Early BirdNon-Member Registrations
Early BirdMay 19 – July 2
Grower/Student
Member Registrations
Non-Member Registrations
Group Dinner – July 15
Join us for a classic Wisconsin dining experience at Sky Club Supper Club, a beloved local steakhouse that has been serving the Plover community since 1935. Often credited as the home of the first-ever salad bar, the Sky Club is known for its warm hospitality, timeless supper club charm, and outstanding food. It’s the perfect setting to unwind, enjoy a great meal, and connect with fellow Symposium attendees.
Prime Buffet Menu:
Slow-roasted prime rib with au jus, BBQ-rubbed salmon, hunter chicken with mushroom cream sauce, seasonal vegetables (carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower), smashed Yukon potatoes, and rice pilaf.
*Please note that the dinner price includes tax and gratuity. Alcoholic beverages are not included and will be available for purchase separately.
Sponsors
We thank our valued sponsors for their support of the PSA Summer Symposium:
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in supporting the PSA Summer Symposium? Email PSA’s Membership Coordinator, Teresa Sokolowski, at teresa@potatosustainability.org to learn more about being a sponsor of this year’s event.
Available Sponsorships:
Platinum Sponsor - $10,000.00
- Overall presenting sponsor of the PSA Summer Symposium
- Logo inclusion on all materials leading up to the event
- Logo to appear prominently in event program
- Logo to appear on PSA Website
- Logo to appear on all event signage
- Logo to appear on slide deck
- Two (2) dedicated social posts
- Logo inclusion in the PSA monthly newsletter
- Registration for four (4) attendees to Symposium
- Branded collateral included in recipients’ welcome bag (sponsor to provide item)
- Logo on event lanyards
Gold Sponsor - $5,000.00
- Recognition during event
- Logo to appear prominently in event program
- Logo to appear on PSA Website
- Logo to appear on all event signage
- Logo to appear on slide deck
- One (1) dedicated social post
- Logo inclusion in the PSA monthly newsletter
- Registration for two (2) attendees to Symposium
- Branded collateral included in recipients’ welcome bag (sponsor to provide item)
Silver Sponsor - $2,000.00
- Recognition during event
- Logo to appear in event program
- Logo to appear on PSA Website
- Logo to appear on all event signage
- Logo to appear on slide deck
Bronze Sponsor - $1,000.00
- Recognition during event
- Logo to appear in event program
- Logo to appear on slide deck
Transportation Sponsorship - $3,000.00
- Recognition during the event, logo inclusion in the event program, and mentions during tours.
Hospitality Sponsorship - $3,000.00
- Recognition during the event, logo inclusion in the event program, and on signage during lunch and snack/beverage breaks.
Partner Sponsor - $500.00
- Recognition during the event; logo inclusion in event program.
Agenda
The agenda for the 2026 PSA Summer Symposium is taking shape and will dive deep into the on-farm assessment data, insights, and real-world practices driving potato sustainability across the value chain. We’ll share a first look at sessions, speakers, and key themes later this spring – stay tuned for what’s shaping up to be a can’t-miss program.
Questions about the Symposium?
We can’t wait to connect with you in July! If you have any questions about the PSA Summer Symposium, please contact PSA’s Events Manager Jenna Cargile at jenna@potatosustainability.org.
