Student Network Event
Save the Date! Sunday, October 13th – CAPCA Annual Conference in Anaheim, CA
CAPCA is thrilled to be hosting the Student Network again in 2024! This is THE event for students interested in a career as a pest control adviser. At the CAPCA Annual Conference, we connect students from throughout California with professionals in all aspects of the industry to provide career insights, share their real life experience on the job, and provide training specific to the agricultural sector.
Registration for this event is through sponsorship.
Sponsorship Includes:
1-Day Student Network Event (Sunday Only)
Student Network Event
2023 Recap
Thank you to the industry partners, CAPCA Members and Chapters who supported the 2023 event in Reno, NV by investing in the next generation of PCAs!
INDUSTRY SPONSORS:
FMC, WILBUR-ELLIS, GOWAN, HELENA
40+ STUDENTS from 15 CAMPUSES throughout CA
THANK YOU TO CAPCA MEMBERS & CHAPTERS
Krista Tavares, Molly Yager and Krystal Jenkins for organizing and facilitating
As well as numerous Members for participating in the Discussion Panels
And all the Chapters: CAPCA Ventura, CAPCA Fresno-Madera, CAPCA San Diego, CAPCA SoCal, CAPCA Tulare-Kings, CAPCA Central Valley, CAPCA Central Coast, CAPCA Kern, CAPCA TriCounties, and CAPCA NorCal for sponsoring students
Spring Summit South
NOW ACCEPTING 2025 SPRING SUMMIT EXHIBITOR & SPONSOR APPLICATIONS!
Join us for CAPCA’s 2025 Spring Summit South in beautiful San Diego from April 22-24 at the Sheraton Hotel & Marina! This exclusive event is the perfect platform to connect with key decision-makers in the pest control and agricultural industries. With opportunities for exhibitors and sponsors to showcase innovative products and services, you’ll be part of a dynamic event designed to foster networking, education, and growth. Don’t miss the chance to align your brand with industry leaders and make an impact in California’s thriving agricultural sector!
2025 SPONSOR INFORMATION
TITLE SPONSOR – $7,500
- Complimentary Exhibitor Booth
- Banner Ad on CAPCA Event Page
- On-site Event Banner
- Back Cover Ad in Spring Summit Program
- 2 Complimentary Spring Summit Registrations
REGISTRATION SPONSOR – $5,000
- Complimentary Exhibitor Booth
- Branded Signage at Registration Desk
- Branded Acknowledgements on CAPCA.com
- Branded Content on Spring Summit Outreach – limited
- 2 Complimentary Spring Summit Registrations
2 Sponsorships available.
- Table Tents in Event Foyer.
- Branded Event Signage.
- Branded Cocktail Napkins. Provided by CAPCA. For Lunch event only.
2 Sponsorships available.
- 2 minute opportunity to make remarks during the reception.
- Acknowledgement in the Spring Summit Program.
- Branded Cocktail Napkins. Provided by CAPCA. For Event only.
- Branded Table Tents.
- Branded Reception signage.
3 Sponsorships available. Tuesday PM, Wednesday AM, and Wednesday PM.
- Complimentary Exhibitor Booth.
- Branded Event Banner.
- :10s Digital Ad to be played at the beginning of the session.
- 15 Minute Label Update.
- Branded Name Badge Recognition.
3 Sponsorships available.
- Table Tents in Event Foyer.
- Branded Event Signage.
- Branded Cocktail Napkins. Provided by CAPCA) For Breakfast event only.
2 Sponsorships available – Choose from Tuesday or Wednesday.
- Branded Coffee Cups.
3 Sponsorship available.
- Opportunity to make brief remarks prior to drawing, during lunch. Speech must be < 2mins. Tickets to added to welcome bag. Winner chosen at random.
5 Sponsorships available.
- Shared Branded Signage at Water Stations.
6 Sponsorships available.
5 Sponsorships available.
- Branded items added to the Conference Carry Bag. Provided by sponsor.
2025 Spring Summit
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50th Annual Conference & Agri-Expo South
COUNTDOWN TO THE MAGIC: CAPCA’s 50th Annual Conference at Disneyland® Resort!
CONFERENCE CE HOURS APPROVED
TOTAL HOURS: DPR 17.5 (2.5 Laws, 15.0 Other)
REGISTER FOR THE CAPCA ANNUAL CONFERENCE & AGRI-EXPO
As to Disney properties/artwork: © Disney.
PRICING FOR 2024
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Member Pricing Reminder:
Ensure your 2024 CAPCA Membership is up to date to qualify for the discounted member price.
1. If your account at CAPCA.com does not show your membership status, do not purchase your conference registration.
2. Pay your 2024 membership dues first.
3. Once your account reflects your 2024 membership, proceed with your conference registration. Your registration should reflect your membership status. If it does not, contact support@capca.com before purchasing.
4. If you believe you have paid for your 2024 membership and it is not reflected in your account, do not purchase your conference registration. Instead, contact support@capca.com or call 916.928.1625 ext. 1 for assistance.
Please note: There will be no price adjustments after purchasing a Conference ticket.
DAY PASSES NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13TH, 2024!
Join us for CAPCA’s 50th Annual Conference in Anaheim! The Day Pass includes access to CE and the Welcome Reception.
The 1-Day Pass does not give attendees access to the CAPCA discounted Disneyland® Resort room reservations and is ONLY valid on Sunday, October 13th, 2024. It cannot be used to attend the Conference on any other date. If you would like access to the roomblock, please upgrade to a 3 day pass.
HOW TO REGISTER
Be prepared to register by clicking the button below and ensuring your CAPCA account is created and ready to go!
BECOME AN EXHIBITOR OR SPONSOR
Become an exhibitor or sponsor today for special opportunities and networking at our 50th Anniversary!
HOTEL AND TRAVEL INFORMATION
Reserve Disneyland® Resort rooms now to secure significant savings!
Both room blocks are filling up fast. Register today to receive your link to room discounts only guaranteed through CAPCAs room block. Rooms available until block is sold out.
CAPCA Discounted Rate
Prevailing Rate*
Disneyland Hotel
$304 per night
$600 to $800+
Grand Californian Hotel
$374 per night
$800 to $1,000+
The room block will open with registration on Monday, March 4, 2024. Registration does not guarantee a room.
- You will be granted access to the room block after you complete registration. CAPCA encourages you to register as soon as possible if you require a room.
- Until sold out, full registration attendees will receive a booking link for one room with each paid registration.
- If you need additional rooms, you must buy additional registrations. No exceptions.
*Prevailing rates will apply based on time of booking as rates are subject to change based on availability.
As to Disney properties/artwork: © Disney.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
*Schedule subject to change without notice.
TOTAL APPROVED HOURS:
17.5 DPR (2.5 Laws, 15.0 Other) | CCA TBA
AZ TBA | 25.0 NV (7.0 Laws, 18.0 General) | 9.0 ID | 21.0 WA | ISA TBA | 1.8 GCSAA
CE Hours are updated as soon as they are approved. Last updated: 09/06/24.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12
Sunday, OCTOBER 13
5.0/2.0 DPR | CCA TBA | 4.0/2.0 AZ | 7.0/5.0 NV | 2.0/1.0 ID | 6.0/3.0 WA | ISA TBA | 0.65 GCSAA
5.0 DPR Hours (5.0 Other) | 4.0 AZ | 7.0 NV (2.0 Laws, 5.0 General) | 2.0 ID | 6.0 WA
8:00 – 8:30 am: Managing Aloe and Agave Mites | Dr. Eric Middleton
8:30 – 9:00 am: Integrated Weed Management in Urban and Suburban Landscapes | Chris McDonald
9:00 – 9:30 am: Identification and Control of Emerging Pests in Urban Landscapes | Chris Shogren
9:30 – 10:00 am: Climate-Resilient Tree Species for California Landscapes | Janet Hartin
10:00 – 11:00 am: BREAK
11:00 – 11:30 am: A Sustainable Future for Pest Management | DPR Executive Staff TBA
11:30 am – 12:00 pm: CACASA Update | Jose Arriaga
12:00 – 1:00 pm: BREAK
1:00 – 1:10 pm: Platform10 Technology and Biological Solutions | Dennis Donohue
1:10 – 1:40 pm: Biologicals 101: A Brief Introduction to Agricultural Biological Products | Dr. Marie Turner
1:40 – 1:50 pm: Farm-ng Applications | Nathan Dorn
1:50 – 2:00 pm: Most Trap Networks Are Broken – Let Us Share Why | Donat Posta
2:00 – 2:10 pm: In-season Measurement of Crop Responses Using High Resolution Aerial Imagery | Jeremiah Roeth
2:10 – 2:20 pm: Gaining Solid Assessments of the Value to Production of New Biologicals or Technologies | Charles McGregor
2:20 – 2:30 pm: Managing Plant Cuticle Health to Improve Marketable Yields | Thiago Moraes
2:30 – 2:40 pm: Redesigning the Role of Microorganisms in Agriculture | Alfredo Suarez
2:40 – 2:50 pm: Ecorobotix ARA: Ultra-High-Precision Spraying Benefits | José Marchetti
2:50 – 3:00 pm: PCAs Who Develop and Adopt New Technologies Will Benefit Their Growers | Patrick Dosier
3:30 – 4:30 pm: Research on Effective Agri-Selling. Promoting Ideas, Not Just Products | Dr. Scott Downey
2.0 DPR Hours (2.0 Other) | 2.0 AZ | 5.0 NV (1.0 Laws, 4.0 General) | 1.0 ID | 3.0 WA
9:00 – 9:30 am: Irrigation and N Management for Pistachios | Phoebe Gordon
9:30 – 10:00 am: Iodine as a Plant Nutrient | Katja Hora
10:00 – 10:30 am: N Removal Coefficient for Vegetable and Berries | Andre Biscaro
10:30 – 11:00 am: Continuous Fertigation: Fundamentals and Agronomic Insights | Devin Clarke
11:00 am – 12:30 pm: BREAK
12:30 – 1:00 pm: Practical Application of SPM in the Citrus Industry | Casey Creamer
1:00 – 1:30 pm: Reviving California’s Citrus IPM Initiatives | Dr. Ivan Milosavljevic
1:30 – 2:00 pm: Citrus Quarantine Pest Update | Mel Graham
2:00 – 3:00 pm: BREAK
3:00 – 4:30 pm: How Did We Get Here? A History and Future Perspective on Pesticides in California | Anthony LaFauce
Attendees have a broad window to attend Exhibitor presentations for CE Hours – this allows ample time to interact with exhibitors, ask questions and view demonstrations. There is a maximum of 30 minutes of credit for the day.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 14
6.5 DPR (1.0 Laws, 5.5 Other) | CCA TBA | 2.5 AZ | 8.0 NV (2.0 Laws, 6.0 General) | 4.0 ID | 7.0 WA
ISA TBA | 0.75 GCSAA
3.5 DPR Hours (0.5 Laws, 3.0 Other)
7:30 – 7:40 am: Welcome and Annual Business Meeting | CAPCA Executive Board
7:40 – 8:00 am: Welcome, Licensing & Hours Housekeeping | Jim McClenahan
8:00 – 8:30 am: Invasive Fruit Fly Update | Dr. Jason Leathers
8:30 – 9:00 am: The Future of Ag Sustainability – The Customer Driver | Darrin Monteiro
9:00 – 9:30 am: CEQA – Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow. Why Your Job Depends on It | Dan Wickham
9:30 – 9:45 am: BREAK
9:45 – 10:15 am: Management of Invasive Pests Originating in Southern California | John Kabashima
10:15 – 10:45 am: Mixing & Loading in the 21st Century: How New Formulations, Adjuvants and Bioscience Products Can Affect Applications | Dr. Kevin Caffrey
10:45 – 11:15 am: Chasing Water & Wind in California | Matt Reardon
11:15 am – 11:45 am: Principles and Practices in Disease Management in California Strawberries and Beyond | Dr. Gerald Holmes
11:45 am: LUNCH BREAK
0.5 DPR Hours (0.5 Other)
Attendees have a broad window to attend Exhibitor presentations for CE Hours – this allows ample time to interact with exhibitors, ask questions and view demonstrations. There is a maximum of 30 minutes of credit for the day.
0.5 DPR Hours (0.25 Laws, 0.25 Other)
1:30 – 2:00 pm: CE Hours Reported Premium Features Will Help CE Sponsors | Patrick Dosier
2:00 – 2:30 pm: CCA ONLY Label Update Presentations from SQM, EarthSol, and True Organics Products.
2.0 DPR Hours (2.0 Other)
3:15 – 3:45 pm: Invasion of Coprophilous Beetle in California’s Nut Crops: Biology, Pest Status, and Management Tools | Dr. Jhalendra Rijal
3:45 – 4:15 pm: Mosquito Control Update | Laura Krueger
4:15 – 4:45 pm: Turf Weeds | Krystal Jenkins
4:45 – 5:15 pm: Digitalization of Label Information and Bringing Agriculture into Modern Times | Sarah Hovinga
Tuesday, OCTOBER 15
4.0 DPR (1.5 Laws, 2.5 Other) | CCA TBA | AZ TBA | 5.0 NV (2.0 Laws, 3.0 General) | 2.0 ID | 5.0 WA
ISA TBA | 0.4 GCSAA
1.5 DPR Hours (1.5 Laws)
7:30 – 9:00 am Label Update Presentations from:
UPL NA
Insero Solutions
Kemin
SAN Agrow
Suterra
Motomco
Plant Health Care
UPL NA
TELUS Agriculture
9:00 – 9:15 am: Neonic Perspective – Understanding New Regulations | Dr. Kevi Mace
Attendees have a broad window to attend Exhibitor presentations for CE Hours – this allows ample time to interact with exhibitors, ask questions and view demonstrations. There is a maximum of 30 minutes of credit for the day.
2.5 DPR Hours (2.5 Other)
9:30 – 10:00 am: The Winery Says “No Roundup” – What are Your Options? | John Roncoroni
10:00 – 10:30 am: Managing Plant Invasions in the Face of Environmental Change in California | Dr. Justin Valliere
10:30 – 11:00 am: Soil-Borne and Insect-Vectored Diseases in Processing Tomatoes and Cucurbits | Dr. Zheng Wang
11:00 – 11:30 am: Routes of Insecticide Activity in Crops | Dr. Jesse M. Richardson
11:30 am – 12:00 pm: Pest and Disease Research Update – Pistachios | Steve Vasquez
12:00 – 12:05 pm: Conference Summary and Closing Questions
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