The International Plant Production Society (IPPS) Southern Region is excited to announce its 2025 Annual Meeting, scheduled for October 19–23, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld, located at 10100 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32821. This event promises a comprehensive program featuring educational sessions, networking opportunities, and two full days of tours to prominent horticultural sites. As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, we invite members and industry professionals to join us in Orlando to honor this milestone and contribute to the ongoing growth and innovation in plant production. 

2025 Annual Meeting Schedule: 

Sunday, October 19

4:00 PM Hotel Registration Begins

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Conference Registration Open

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Auction Plants accepted, Diamond 1-2

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM IPPS-SR 50th Anniversary Celebration, Veranda

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Board Meeting, Silver

Monday, October 20

6:00 AM - 9:30 AM Conference Registration, Diamond Pre-function

Noon - 9:00 PM Auction Plants accepted, Diamond 1-2

7:10 AM Load Buses for Tours, Palms Conference Center

7:30 AM Buses Depart Hotel

7:10 PM Arrive at Hotel

Evening Dinner on your own

Tuesday, October 21

6:00 AM - 9:30 AM Conference Registration Open

6:30  - 7:30 AM Fellows Breakfast, Flamingo Room (Tower Building, first floor)

8:00 AM Visit with Sponsors

8:00 AM Auction Open, Diamond 1-2

8:00 AM Education Sessions Begin, Royal 1-2      

12:00 PM Lunch on your own

1:30 PM  Education Sessions Resume  

4:30 PM Education Sessions Close

5:30 PM Auction Closes, Diamond 1-2

6:30 PM Social (cash bar)

7:30 PM Awards Banquet and Live Auction, Royal 1-2

9:00 - 11:00 PM Auction Checkout, Diamond Pre-function

Wednesday, October 22

6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Conference Registration Open

7:10 AM Load Buses Palms Conference Center

7:30 AM Buses Depart

5:30 PM Arrive at hotel

Dinner on your own

8:00 PM Ice Cream Social, Diamond 1-2

9:00 - 10:00 PM Question Box, Diamond 1-2

Thursday, October 23

7:00 - 9:30 AM Registration Open

8:00 Education Sessions Begin, Royal 1-2

12:00 Conference ends

THANK YOU 2025 SPONSORS