27th Annual
2022 APGA Conference
August 25th & 26th
The 27th APGA conference will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tucson – Reid Park beginning Thursday, August 25th with the ‘Welcome Reception and Vendor Show’. The conference outlines the latest pecan research, latest technology updates, and ongoing educational credits for pecan farmers. The conference will also feature vendors and equipment specializing in different fields in the pecan industry.
Come meet the APGA Community at the
Welcome Reception and vendor show
Thursday, Aug. 25th
5 PM – 7 PM
Friday, Aug. 26th
8 AM – 4 PM
Seminars
Click on the button for the complete schedule.

Soil/ Mineral Nutrition
Pecan Root-Rhizosphere Relationship Survey
Dr. Richard Heerema
Extension Pecan Specialist
Extension Plant Sciences Department
New Mexico State UniversityÂ

Soil/ Mineral Nutrition
Mycorrhizal Fungi Research
McKenzie Stock
NMSU Graduate Student
Research Assistant

Pecan Culture
Pecan Water Use Study
Dr. Paul Brown
Emeritus Professor
Biometeorology Specialist
University of Arizona

Climate
State of the Climate for Arizona Pecan
Dr. Jeremy Weiss
University of Arizona
Climate and Geospatial
Extension Scientist
School of Natural Resources
and the Environment

Marketing
Update of The American Pecan Council
Alex Ott
Executive Director
American Pecan Council

Pests/Disease
Pecan Bud Moth
Ted E Cottrell
Fruit and Tree Nut Research /
Research Entomologist
USDA – ARS
Fruit and Tree Nut Research
Byron, GA

Pests/Disease
Pecan Bacterial Leaf Scorch
Dr. Jennifer Randall
Professor and Director of Molecular Biology & Interdisciplinary Life Science Graduate Program

Pests/Disease
AZDA and Tree Pest Trapping Program Update
Jack Peterson
Associate Director Plant Services Division
AZ Dept. of Agriculture

Soil Health and Mineral Nutrition
Zinc Variability
Jim Walworth
Extension Specialist and
Professor of Soil Science
University of Arizona

Cultural Management
New Pecan Cultivars
Dr. Patrick ConnerÂ
Climate and Geospatial
Extension Scientist
School of Natural Resources
and the Environment
University of Georgia

Marketing
Pecan Marketing and Promotion Panel
Moderator: Alex Ott
MARKETING PANEL:
- Deb Ralls – APC
- Larry Don Womack – TPGA
MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION
The 2022 Arizona Pecan Growers Association conference is upon us. Join us again for another great year by renewing or becoming an APGA member.
Sponsor Packages
APGA is offering five types of sponsorship packages. All sponsor packages will include promotional options. Your sponsorship will help to ensure APGAs’ efforts in providing an excellent educational program and ongoing support of pecan research.
Vendor Packages
APGA is offering vendors three types of packages that include an indoor booth or an outdoor equipment booth. The third option allows you to purchase a combination of both booths at a discount while supplies last.

Hotel Accommodations Details
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tucson – Reid Park is proud to be the host hotel for the Arizona Pecan Growers Association Conference!
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tucson – Reid Park
445 S. Alvernon Way
Tucson, Arizona 85711-4198
USA
Tel:Â +1-520-881-4200
Tel:Â +1 858 263 8749
Fax:Â +1-520-323-5225
HOTEL AMENITIES
- Complimentary Wireless Internet AccessÂ
- Business CenterÂ
- Fitness Center
- Bar and Dining Options
- Pool
- Pet Friendly
- Non-Smoking Rooms
IN ROOM AMENITIES
- 42″ HDTV
- Refrigerator
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Sleeps up to 4 people
To make a reservation, click on the following link:
ARIZONA PECAN GROWERS Conference Accommodations
August 24th & 26th, 2022
Refer to Arizona Pecan Growers room block.
Guest Room Rate: $94.00Â
Reservation Procedures:Â Â Reservations must be made by August 15, 2022.
Room availability and special rate may not be available after this date.
Subject to availability group members may extend their stay up to 2 days prior and 1 days after the official meeting dates, at your special rate by calling our local reservations department, Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Reservations may also be made by calling 1-520-881-4200Â or 1 858 263 8749
If you are attempting to make your reservation after the above cut-off date call our Reservations Department at tel: 1-520-881-4200 Monday-Friday, 9 AM- 4 PM. Guests must indicate they are with the Arizona Pecan Growers Association Conference. Reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card or a prepayment of one night’s stay and tax 72 hours in advance.Â
Cancellation Policy:Â 24 hours prior to the day of arrival.
Check-In Time:Â 3 PM
Check-Out Time:Â NOON
Book Now!
Double Tree
by Hilton Hotel
Tucson – Reid Park
445 S. Alvernon Way
Tucson, Arizona 85711-4198
Rates starting at $94 + tax
Reservations may also be made or extended by calling
1-520-881-4200 or 1 858 263 8749.
APGA conference accommodations available from August 24th – 26th.
Reservations must be made by August 15, 2022.
Room availability and special rate may not be available after this date.