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World Potato Congress 2024 – Deadline extended! ⏰


Abstract submission & Early bird registration deadlines extended!

Great news for those who are yet to register and/or submit their abstracts. Both deadlines for the 12th World Potato Congress in Adelaide from 23-26 June, 2024 have now been extended to MONDAY 15 APRIL, 2024.

Thank you to everyone who has already registered and/or submitted their abstracts All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings and presented during the technical sessions.

To submit your abstract, please click on the link below where you can access the submission template, conference theme details and all key details regarding abstract submissions.

SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT

For those wanting to make the most of the reduced registration rate register below now!

REGISTER NOW

Should you have any questions, please email wpc@theconferencecompany.com or call 1800 193 405 (within Australia) or +64 9 360 1240 (outside Australia).

We look forward to receiving your abstract submissions and welcoming you to Adelaide this year.

Kind regards
World Potato Congress 2024 Organising Committee

 

Congress Trade Show and Corporate Sponsoring: 

Sponsorship and trade show opportunities are available. The Congress will provide an excellent opportunity for the potato industry to network, make new business connections, engage with the global audience, and secure contracts whilst attending WPC 2024.

Come and say G’day! For more information, please visit World Potato Congress or contact our Meeting Managers: The Conference Company.  Email: wpc@theconferencecompany.comFreephone (within Aus): 1800 193 405 or Telephone: +64 9 360 1240

The World Potato Congress Inc. initiatives are funded in part by the following Sustaining Partners.  For more information on how your company can benefit from partnership, please inquire at info@potatocongress.org or visit our website at https://potatocongress.org/sustaining-partners/benefits/

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