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Farwest Show 2026
Premier Western US wholesale nursery trade show produced by the Oregon Association of Nurseries, featuring 300+ exhibitors, 4,000+ attendees, and 45+ educational sessions at the Oregon Convention Center, Portland, August 26–28, 2026. New for 2026: Farwest Automation Summit.
Premier Western US wholesale nursery trade show produced by the Oregon Association of Nurseries, featuring 300+ exhibitors, 4,000+ attendees, and 45+ educational sessions at the Oregon Convention Center, Portland, August 26–28, 2026. New for 2026: Farwest Automation Summit.
The Farwest Show is the premier wholesale nursery and horticulture trade show in the Western United States, produced by the Oregon Association of Nurseries (OAN). Held annually at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, the 2026 edition runs August 26–28, 2026. The show brings together 300+ exhibitors and 4,000+ attendees from across the green industry, featuring the newest plant varieties, greenhouse and nursery supplies, irrigation technology, tools, equipment, and landscaping products. Beyond the exhibit floor, the Farwest Show offers 45+ educational seminars and sessions covering production, marketing, business management, and emerging industry trends. New for 2026 is the Farwest Automation Summit, focused on how automation is transforming nursery and greenhouse operations. The event serves as the key buying and networking opportunity for nursery growers, retailers, landscape contractors, and horticulture professionals in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
At a glance
- Premier nursery trade show in the Western US with 300+ exhibitors and 4,000+ attendees.
- Held annually at the Oregon Convention Center, Portland; 2026 edition August 26-28.
- Education sessions (45+) and seminars available separately.
- Lead retrieval scanners provided; exhibitor badges for up to 12 per 10x10 booth.
- Discount for OAN members: booth $1,395 vs non-members $1,995 per 10x10.
- Future show dates: August 25-27, 2027.
- New for 2026: Farwest Automation Summit focused on nursery and greenhouse automation.
Product categories
- Plant material (newest varieties to old favorites)
- Nursery stock
- Greenhouse and nursery supplies
- Irrigation and horticulture technology
- Tools and equipment
- Landscaping products and services
- Automation and mechanization solutions
Exhibitor profile
- Wholesale nurseries (approx. 50% of exhibitors)
- Greenhouse operators and growers
- Plant breeders and growers of new varieties
- Landscape contractors and designers
- Retail garden centers
- Industry suppliers (irrigation, technology, supplies)
- Small specialty nurseries
- Allied service providers and suppliers
Visitor profile
- Wholesale growers
- Retailers and independent garden centers
- Landscape contractors, designers, and architects
- Green industry entrepreneurs
- Horticulture educators
- Buyers and purchasing agents
- Re-wholesalers
Why exhibit
The Farwest Show delivers concentrated access to the Western US nursery and horticulture market, where wholesale growers, retailers, and landscape professionals source plant material and supplies for the coming season. With 300+ exhibitors and 4,000+ qualified trade attendees, the show offers efficient buyer-seller matching in a region known as 'Nursery Country.' Exhibitors benefit from OAN's 100+ year industry credibility, targeted marketing through Digger Magazine and the official Show Guide, and lead capture tools including barcode scanners. The 10x10 booth pricing ($1,395 OAN members / $1,995 non-members) is competitive for a regional wholesale show, and up to 12 exhibitor badges per standard booth supports team coverage. The August timing aligns with fall buying cycles for spring inventory, making it ideal for introducing new plant varieties, equipment, and services to Pacific Northwest buyers. New for 2026, the Automation Summit provides additional visibility for technology and equipment suppliers.
Why visit
For buyers and specifiers, the Farwest Show consolidates the Western US nursery supply chain into three days, enabling direct comparison of plant varieties, greenhouse technologies, irrigation systems, and landscaping products from 300+ suppliers. The 45+ educational sessions provide CEU-accredited learning on production techniques, regulatory compliance, business management, and emerging trends like water conservation and sustainable growing. Attendees include wholesale growers, independent garden centers, landscape contractors, and horticulture educators—ideal for sourcing new varieties, negotiating volume pricing, and building supplier relationships. Portland's accessibility (PDX airport, downtown convention center) and the show's compact layout maximize time on the exhibit floor. Registration is free for qualified trade buyers, and the event's focus on wholesale nursery stock makes it more targeted than general garden or home shows. New for 2026, the Automation Summit offers insights into mechanization and technology adoption for nursery operations.
Why it matters
The Farwest Show is the premier horticulture trade show in the Western US, directly supporting Oregon's $1.22 billion greenhouse and nursery industry. The 2026 edition highlights automation tech, labor solutions, and retail garden trends.
Venue
name: Oregon Convention Center
- Hall A
- Hall A1
- Hall B
- Hall C
- Hall D
address
city: Portland
street: 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
country: USA
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latitude: 45.527908
- MLK Lobby entrance
longitude: -122.662997
facilities
parking
notes: Standard daily rate is $15 for up to 18 hours (no in-and-out privileges); during larger events a dynamic rate of $15-25 is charged at entry. The garage is cashless except at the south Ginkoberry kiosk, which accepts cash and card. Garage generally opens at 6:00 am and does not accommodate RVs, campers, or oversized vehicles; overnight parking is prohibited.
spaces: 800
status: confirmed
currency: USD
daily price: 15
- https://www.oregoncc.org/attend/parking-and-directions
cloakroom
status: unknown
- Portland Coffee Roasters (two locations)
- Stir Bistro and Lounge
prayer rooms
status: unknown
accessibility
notes: OCC is ADA-compliant: all restaurants, meeting rooms, ballrooms, and exhibit halls are wheelchair accessible; hallways have 36-inch clearance, doors have 32-inch clear openings, all lobby access points have automatic doors, and all levels are reachable by elevator with Braille floor/call-button indicators. Powered wheelchairs, scooters, and Segways are permitted under ADA guidelines.
status: confirmed
- https://www.oregoncc.org/en/accessibility
onsite shuttle
status: unknown
charging points
notes: The venue advertises EV charging for vehicles in the parking garage, but no official page confirms attendee device-charging stations inside the exhibit halls or lobbies.
status: unknown
- https://www.oregoncc.org/attend/parking-and-directions
luggage storage
status: unknown
gate notes: Key gate and admission notes for the 2026 Farwest Show: • Badge Requirement: All exhibitors, attendees, and speakers must wear an official show badge at all times to gain access to the trade show floor. • Badge Pick-Up & Onsite Registration: Badges are not mailed in advance. Attendees and exhibitors pick up printed badges onsite at the Show Office / Registration Desk in Room C120 at the Oregon Convention Center. • Exhibitor Floor Access Allowances: Exhibitor badges allow access starting at 8:00 a.m. • Age Restrictions: Children 17 & Under: Free admission. Children Under 11: Prohibited during setup/breakdown due to hazards.
parking notes: Parking at the Convention Center garage fills up quickly; spaces are first-come, first-served. If full, several nearby privately operated garages and lots are available. View the parking map for alternative locations. The OCC has an 800-space underground parking garage.
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floor plan schematic
notes: Key floor-plan notes for the **2026 Farwest Show**: * **Venue & Layout:** Held in Exhibit Halls A–C at the Oregon Convention Center (777 NE MLK Jr. Blvd, Portland, OR). * **Feature Zones:** The show floor incorporates dedicated feature hubs including the **New Varieties Showcase**, **New Products Showcase**, **Solution Center Stage** (located at the end of Aisle 10000), and the **Farwest Automation Summit** / **Career Boulevard** areas. * **Move-In Schedule:** * **Monday, August 24:** 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. * **Tuesday, August 25:** 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (All booth displays must be complete by 8:00 p.m.) * **General Floor Rules & Restrictions:** * **Badges:** Required for all exhibitors and attendees on the show floor; each 10×10 space includes 4 exhibitor badges (max 12). * **Age Limits:** Children under 11 are strictly prohibited on the show floor during move-in and move-out hours due to heavy machinery; children 12–15 must be accompanied by an adult. * **Marshalling Yard:** No separate off-site marshalling yard; unloading occurs directly at the Oregon Convention Center docks/roll-up doors. * **Official Contractors:** * **Decor & Material Handling:** Fern Expo (tables, carpet, drayage, hanging signs). * **Utilities:** Oregon Convention Center (electrical, water, internet).
source url: [https://farwestshow.com/farwest-show-floor-plan/](https://farwestshow.com/farwest-show-floor-plan/)
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floor plan edition year: 2025
official venue page url: https://www.oregoncc.org
Entry & registration
trade only: true
event hours: Wednesday (8/26): 12pm – 5pm; Thursday (8/27): 10am – 5pm; Friday (8/28): 10am – 2pm
ticket notes: Unlimited free trade show tickets available for customers. Exhibitors receive unlimited complimentary 3-Day Trade Show Passes to share with customers, potential clients, and employees using comp code Farwest26. OAN members and exhibitors get free 3-day trade show admission with comp code. Attendees 17 and under do not need to pay trade show admittance.
setup end date: 2026-08-25
registration url: https://farwestshow.com/free-passes/
setup start date: 2026-08-24
teardown end date: 2026-08-29
teardown start date: 2026-08-28
registration is free: true
registration deadline: July 31, 2026 (early bird deadline); cancellations on or before July 31 receive 50% refund, no refunds after July 31, 2026
Organisers
- Farwest Team
- Oregon Association of Nurseries
Programme
- Retailers' Choice Awards
- Purchasing 101: Horticultural Professionals Discuss Purchasing
- How We Relate to Plants Today — and Why We Buy Them
- Best Practices for Water Management and Recirculation in Nursery Operations
- How Diseases Hitch a Ride: When Insects Act as Plant Pathogen Vectors
- KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Charlie Hall, Ph.D.
- Hands-On: New Ways to Host High-Profit Creative Workshops at Garden Centers
- Beyond the Hype: Targeting Trends that Matter
- Annual Worker Protection Standard (WPS) Training for Handlers: (English session)
- The Art of Chemical Application
- Avoid Costly Delays: Spec-Correct Sourcing for Landscape and Municipal Projects
- Annual Worker Protection Standard (WPS) Training for Handlers: (Spanish session)
- How to Upsell Existing Customers with Engaging Email
- Plant Health and Efficiencies That Can Be Achieved Through Irrigation
- Vascular Streak Dieback (VSD): What Growers Need to Know
- Factors Influencing Photosynthesis
- Liverwort, Moss, and Algae Control
- Erica Grivas
- Tim Reusch
- Alex Ramos
- Sierra Laverty
- Charlie Hall
- Katie Elzer-Peters
- Vanessa Vassilaros
- Edgar Tuna
- Cameron Korta
- Andrew Van Geest
- Javier Salas
- Josey Heston
- Janna Beckerman
- Marie Chieppo
- Erik Dietl-Friedli
- Neal Glatt
- Sue Goetz
agenda url: https://farwestshow.com/events/category/seminars/
- Business
- Grower
- Pest Management
- Landscape
agenda status: partial
- Farwest Show Seminars
Previous edition
stats
year: 2025
notes: Farwest 2025 hosted more than 4,000 attendees and 326 exhibitors, including 60 first-time exhibitors. Participants came from 46 U.S. states and 15 countries. The program included 56 educational sessions and, for the first time, three pre-show nursery bus tours (Wholesale Grower, Garden Center Retail, and a new Automation Tour) plus a first-ever two-day Climate Summit.
end date: 2025-08-22
start date: 2025-08-20
deals count: 0
edition number: 0
floor area sqm: 0
visitors count: 4000
pavilions count: 0
exhibitors count: 326
visitor countries: 15
exhibitor countries: 0
recap html: <p>The 2025 Farwest Show, held August 20-22 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, drew more than 4,000 attendees and 326 exhibitors, including 60 first-time exhibiting companies, with participants from 46 U.S. states and 15 countries. The 56-session education program ran alongside a first-ever two-day Climate Summit and an expanded slate of three pre-show nursery bus tours (Wholesale Grower, Garden Center Retail, and a new Automation Tour), the last two of which sold out. Exhibitors and long-time attendees described strong booth traffic on both the opening and second days, new customer connections, and a distinctly "green" show floor compared with other US nursery industry events.</p>
- Automation Summit
- Career Boulevard
- Jeff Stone
- James Szadek
- Anastasia Brondino
- Allan Niemi
exhibitor roi: Exhibitors in the 2025 recap described consistent booth traffic on both the first and second show days, new customer contacts, and reconnection with existing accounts as concrete outcomes, with one first-time returning exhibitor citing customer reconnection and staff attending educational seminars as bringing back usable ideas. In 2024, OAN reported an 8% increase in grower exhibit booths and more than 15% growth in grower attendees year-over-year, which organisers linked directly to exhibitor-reported leads, sales, and connections.
impact summary: The Farwest Show has run as an annual, steadily growing fixture for the Western US nursery and greenhouse industry, holding at roughly 4,000+ attendees across 2023-2025 while exhibitor counts rose from around 300 in 2024 to 326 in 2025, including 60 first-time exhibiting companies. Exhibitors and long-time attendees in the 2025 recap described strong booth traffic on both the opening and second days, describing the floor as the greenest nursery trade show they had attended, and organisers pointed to growth in grower exhibit booths and grower attendance as a specific year-over-year gain in 2024. The show has also been used to introduce new programming each year, including a Climate Summit in 2025 and a new Automation Tour, signaling organiser investment in expanding the value proposition beyond the core expo floor.
current edition
year: 2026
end date: 2026-08-28
source url: https://www.thetradeshowcalendar.com/
start date: 2026-08-26
value status: organiser_forecast
visitors count: 4000
exhibitors count: 300
estimated visitors count: 4000
estimated exhibitors count: 300
- 326
- 4000
- 60
- 56
- 46
- 15
- 45
- 14
- 300
- 4000
audience quality: Attendees at the 2025 edition included wholesale growers, retailers, and industry veterans returning after long gaps, some exhibiting continuously since 1999 and one representing over 40 Farwest shows attended. Exhibitors reported both existing-customer engagement and genuinely new contacts made, including out-of-state and out-of-region buyers such as a Memphis, Tennessee garden representative and a West Virginia business-development executive who specifically compared Farwest favorably to other national nursery trade shows for the density of live plant material on the floor.
- 50th anniversary edition
- 51st edition
- 52nd edition
- 2026
next edition outlook
year: 2026
summary: The 2026 Farwest Show is set for August 26-28 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, with organisers explicitly aiming to build on 2025's momentum. Confirmed new programming includes a free Automation Summit on the show's first day and a new Career Boulevard networking/career-development area, alongside a continued 45-hour, five-track seminar program.
end date: 2026-08-28
confidence: confirmed
start date: 2026-08-26
- New Automation Summit panel (1:30-3:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 26) featuring speakers from Burro, HarvestWise Drone Solutions, Moss Robotics, Woodburn Nursery & Azaleas, and Bountiful Farms Nursery, emceed by OAN Executive Director Jeff Stone
- New Career Boulevard area connecting job seekers with educators, internship resources, scholarships, and job boards, with a free student trade show pass (code GROWHERE26)
- Continued keynote address by economist Dr. Charlie Hall on overcoming decision paralysis amid industry uncertainty
- 45 hours of expert-led seminars across three days and five career tracks (business, garden communication, grower, pest management, landscaping)
- 14 mini-sessions planned at the Solution Center on the expo floor
Exhibitors
total: 21
- Hillsboro
- Beavercreek
- Dayton
- Gurnee
- Troutdale
- Langley
- Barendrecht
- Vineland Station
- Haifa
- Cornelius
- Edmore
- St. Catharines
- Salem
- Cincinnati
- Fargo
- Hooksett
- Boise
- Lafayette
- Silverton
- Wholesale nursery and plant production
- Greenhouse structures and construction
- Nursery automation and technology
- Plant nutrition and fertilizers
- Nursery containers and supplies
- Horticultural tools and equipment
- Growing media and substrates
- Other horticulture suppliers
- Turf and sod
- United States
- Canada
- Netherlands
- Israel
domain enrich
notes: Domains came from the TSI Pro analysis CSV. Trigger DomainEnrich only if deeper company enrichment is needed.
status: not_started
- beaverlakenursery.com
- daybag.com
- devroomen.com
- ekstrom-schmidt.com
- evlnursery.com
- fliersystems.com
- ggs-greenhouse.com
- goldfamilyfarms.com
- haifa-group.com
- horttechsystems.com
- hummerbee.com
- jvk.net
- kuenziturfnursery.com
- pcornamentals.com
- prospiant.com
- rdoequipment.com
- rimol.com
- rootpouch.com
- simplot.com
- standardnurserycompany.com
- wurdingermanufacturing.com
available domain count: 21
exhibitor analysis quality
total rows: 21
rows with hall: 0
classified rows: 21
rows with booth: 0
unclassified rows: 0
classification coverage pct: 100
Market
region: North America
why it matters: The Farwest Show is the premier horticulture trade show in the Western US, directly supporting Oregon's $1.22 billion greenhouse and nursery industry. The 2026 edition highlights automation tech, labor solutions, and retail garden trends.
- Plant-Human Relationships
- Maker Spaces at Garden Centers
- Targeting Trends with Staying Power
- AI Adoption in Green Industry
similar event circuit
title: North American & Global Horticulture Trade Show Circuit
- Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS 2026)
- IPM Essen 2026
- ProGreen EXPO 2026
- Cultivate'26 (AmericanHort)
- TNLA Nursery/Landscape EXPO 2026
- Farwest Show 2026
summary: A comprehensive annual circuit of major regional and international green industry trade shows connecting growers, suppliers, landscape contractors, and retail garden centers.
- Q1 Winter Purchasing & Sourcing
- Q3 Late-Summer / Fall Trade Circuit
source note: Synthesized from official event organizer sites and trade association announcements.
planning window: 12-Month Circuit (January – August 2026)
Logistics
visa
official url: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit/visitor.html
ata carnet notes: The United States accepts ATA Carnets (‘passports for goods’) for temporary duty‑free and tax‑free importation of commercial samples, professional equipment, and goods for use at exhibitions and trade shows, including horticultural and nursery samples, display materials, and exhibition booths. ATA Carnets are valid for up to one year and must be presented to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on export and re‑entry; goods covered must not be sold and must be re‑exported to avoid duties and penalties. Carnets for U.S. exporters are issued and guaranteed by the U.S. Council for International Business (USCIB) and its authorized service providers via online application. For countries that do not accept ATA Carnets, alternatives include Temporary Importation Under Bond (TIB) or duty drawback.
ata carnet accepted: true
free nationalities notes: Citizens of 42 countries in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program can travel visa‑free for up to 90 days for business or tourism if they obtain ESTA pre‑travel authorization and meet all VWP security and eligibility rules. Nationals from other countries require a B1 business visa for trade show visits.
weather notes: August in Portland is typically warm and dry, with average daily highs around 81-84 F (27-29 C) and overnight lows near 55-60 F (13-15 C). Rainfall is minimal, generally 15-20 mm across just 2-5 rainy days for the whole month, and the sky is clear to partly cloudy roughly 70% of daylight hours. Occasional hot spikes into the 90s F (32+ C) can occur, but heavy rain or storms during the show dates are unlikely.
- Free student trade show access
- NexGen networking for emerging professionals
- Oregon's nursery industry is a major regional economic driver
- Portland is a laid-back, casual business culture
- Portland International Airport
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
connectivity notes: The Oregon Convention Center sits about 8 miles from Portland International Airport (PDX), reachable by car via I-5 North (Exit 302A-Rose Quarter) or I-84 West (Exit 1-Lloyd Boulevard), or directly by TriMet MAX Light Rail, which stops near the venue's front door around 300 times a day and also serves PDX, downtown Portland, and the Oregon Zoo. The Portland Streetcar's A Loop stops right outside the main entrances (NE MLK and Hoyt/Convention Center stop) roughly every 15 minutes, and TriMet Bus Line No. 6 stops at NE MLK and Holladay and NE MLK and Hoyt, linking the venue to downtown and surrounding neighborhoods and hotels.
local currency code: USD
Visitor persona
visa
notes: Business visitors may attend Farwest Show 2026, meet customers and suppliers, and demonstrate products, but they may not perform local employment or sell goods directly in the U.S. while in B1 or VWP status. VWP travelers must depart within 90 days and cannot extend or change status in the U.S.; those needing longer stays must obtain a B1 visa. Travelers carrying samples or exhibition materials should consider using an ATA Carnet or TIB for temporary importation, ensuring goods are re‑exported after the show.
partner url: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov
official url: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit/visitor.html
estimated cost: 185
processing time: ESTA approvals often occur within minutes to a few days; B1 visa processing typically takes several weeks depending on local embassy workload and interview availability.
requirement summary: Most Farwest Show 2026 visitors and exhibitors from Visa Waiver Program countries can attend on a short business trip using ESTA authorization without obtaining a full B1 visa, provided their stay is under 90 days and they are not employed by a U.S. entity. Visitors from non‑VWP countries or those ineligible for VWP must apply for a B1 business visitor visa before traveling.
hotels
- Lloyd District / Oregon Convention Center area
- Downtown Portland (Pioneer Courthouse Square / Pearl District)
- Inner Eastside neighborhoods along MAX and streetcar lines
recommended check in: 2026-08-25
recommended check out: 2026-08-29
flights
- US West Coast: typically 1.5-3 hour direct flights
- US Midwest/East Coast: typically 4-6 hour direct or one-stop flights
- International (Canada, Europe, Asia): usually one or more connections via major US hubs or Seattle (SEA)
booking notes: PDX offers direct MAX Light Rail service to the Oregon Convention Center area, making it the most convenient airport for the show; no official Farwest Show flight-booking partner or portal was found on the organiser's site.
destination airport: Portland International Airport (PDX)
weather
month: August
packing notes: Light, breathable clothing is sufficient for daytime; bring one light layer for cooler mornings and evenings, and sun protection since UV levels can be high on clear days.
temperature range: 55-84 F (13-29 C)
rain or seasonality: Dry season; typically only 2-5 rainy days across the month with 15-20 mm of total rainfall, and roughly 70% of daylight hours clear to partly cloudy.
transport
parking: The Oregon Convention Center’s underground garage offers approximately 800 spaces on a first‑come, first‑served basis, with daily rates in the mid‑teens to low‑twenties in USD. Farwest guidance notes that the garage may fill at peak times and points visitors to nearby private garages and lots in the Lloyd District as alternatives.
ride hail: Uber, Lyft, and local taxi companies operate throughout Portland; typical fares from central downtown to the Oregon Convention Center range from $10–$20, making ride‑hail a practical option for early‑morning seminars or late‑evening returns when transit frequency is reduced.
hotel to venue: Host hotels (Courtyard, Hotel Eastlund, DoubleTree, Hyatt Regency) are within 1–4 blocks of the Oregon Convention Center and walkable in 2–10 minutes. Downtown hotels are linked via MAX Light Rail (Blue/Red/Green) or Portland Streetcar to the Convention Center Station or MLK Lobby entrance in about 10–15 minutes.
public transit: TriMet MAX Light Rail, Portland Streetcar, and TriMet Bus Line 6 jointly provide high‑frequency service to the Oregon Convention Center. A day pass around $5.60 allows unlimited rides, enabling visitors to commute between hotels, the venue, and dining districts without renting a car.
airport to venue: From Portland International Airport (PDX), the TriMet MAX Red Line offers a direct rail connection to the Oregon Convention Center Station in approximately 30 minutes for around $2.80–$3 one‑way; taxis and rideshare services typically charge $35–$50 for a 20–30 minute trip depending on traffic.
- Confirm event pass and badge details
- Confirm visa and travel documents
- Book flights and hotel
- Shortlist target exhibitors/sessions
- Prepare meeting calendar
itinerary builder
Exhibitor persona
compliance
notes: Live nursery stock must meet Oregon Department of Agriculture agricultural inspection requirements where applicable.
stand rules url: https://farwestshow.com/exhibitor-sign-up/
insurance required: Yes, mandatory commercial general liability insurance required for all exhibiting companies.
electrical or safety rules: All electrical devices and water displays must comply with Oregon Convention Center safety and drainage regulations.
lead capture
notes: Lead retrieval scanners are available for exhibitors to order online, with early access pricing ending July 31, 2026. Order via https://orders.american-tradeshow.com/OrderUnit?oosc=27101. Scanners capture attendee badge barcodes to record leads, new sales contacts, and other important booth visitors.
- QR/badge scan
- https://farwestshow.com/current-exhibitors-3/
provider name: American Trade Show
availability status: unknown
badge scanner available: true
recommended followup sla: Contact high-priority wholesale buyers and landscape contractors within 48 hours post-show while seasonal purchasing decisions are active.
- Confirm booth package and payment deadlines
- Submit stand design and contractor forms
- Book staff travel and accommodation
- Prepare freight and customs documents
- Prepare lead capture, collateral, and follow-up workflow
freight shipping
notes: Special coordination is required for live plant material shipments arriving at Convention Center docks.
partner url: https://farwestshow.com/exhibitor-sign-up/
deadline summary: Advance shipping and direct-to-site delivery schedules are published in the official Fern exhibitor service manual.
- Bill of Lading
- Material handling order form
official handler: Fern Expo
Planning
exhibitor
lead capture
notes: Lead retrieval scanners are available for exhibitors to order online, with early access pricing ending July 31, 2026. Order via https://orders.american-tradeshow.com/OrderUnit?oosc=27101. Scanners capture attendee badge barcodes to record leads, new sales contacts, and other important booth visitors.
recommended followup sla: Contact high-priority wholesale buyers and landscape contractors within 48 hours post-show while seasonal purchasing decisions are active.
- Portland Japanese Garden
- Lan Su Chinese Garden
- International Rose Test Garden (Washington Park)
- Eastbank Esplanade & Willamette River Waterfront
best visit day: Wednesday, August 26
- Room C123-124 (NexGen Networking Event)
- Show Floor near the Backyard Oasis (Happy Hour Celebration)
- Room C124 (Women in Horticulture)
- Spirit of 77
- Fly into PDX and use light rail into town
- Bring a card, not cash, for parking
- Arrive early on peak show days
- Pack light layers for warm, dry August weather
- Register and book housing before the early deadlines
- Use the venue's onsite dining rather than assuming you need to leave
- Check accessibility needs in advance if relevant
- Wholesale Plant Sourcing
- CEU Education & Automation
- Industry Networking
best visit day reasoning: Wednesday features the opening of the show floor, the new Automation Summit (1:30-3:30 PM), the NexGen Networking Event (3:30 PM), and the show-floor Happy Hour Celebration (5:00 PM) where exhibit booth awards are presented.
Costs
calculator
currency: USD
per diem usd: 75
booth sqm max: 36
booth sqm min: 9
visa cost usd: 0
nights default: 3
booth sqm default: 9
insurance cost usd: 40
shell per sqm low usd: 0
shell per sqm high usd: 0
hotel mid per night usd: 185
hotel budget per night usd: 135
hotel premium per night usd: 275
booth prices
notes: OAN members receive $600 off per 10x10 booth (approximately 9.29 sqm). Specific pricing not listed; apply for booth space for details.
source: https://farwestshow.com/exhibitor-sign-up/
currency: USD
standard booth sqm: 9
raw space per sqm low: 0
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Decision tools
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mode: visit_exhibit_skip
intro: Answer these 7 questions to determine your ideal participation strategy for Farwest Show 2026.
- Recommended: Attend as a Visitor
- Recommended: Exhibit at Farwest
- Recommended: Skip Farwest 2026
tie label: Visit First or Evaluate Booth Options
tie description: Your scores for visiting and exhibiting are closely aligned. If you are a grower or supplier new to Farwest, consider visiting this edition to walk the floor and evaluate booth traffic before exhibiting next year.
Partners
- Fern Expo
- Oregon Convention Center
- American Trade Show
Media
- Loading Events
- NW Natural Logo
- Farm Family Logo
- F&B Farms Logo
- AgWest Farm Credit Logo
- AmericanHort Logo
- Ball Seed Logo
- McFarlin Stanford Logo
- Harrells Logo
- Energy Trust of Oregon Logo
- Prospiant Greenhouses Logo
- Gowan Logo
og image url: https://cdn.tradeshowintel.com/assets/tsi_pro/6952d4f657cb11ac4f21206a/og_1785395916.webp
event logo url: https://cdn.tradeshowintel.com/assets/event_logos/6952d4f657cb11ac4f21206a_1778492327.png
hero image url: https://cdn.tradeshowintel.com/assets/tsi_pro/6952d4f657cb11ac4f21206a/hero_1785395913.webp
Answers
- Jeff Stone
- James Szadek
- Anastasia Brondino
- Allan Niemi
Sources
- Seminars & Education at Farwest Show
- Farwest Career Boulevard Page
- Exhibitor Sign-up Page
- Farwest Show Retailers' Choice Awards
- Current Exhibitors 2026 - Farwest Show
- Farwest Show 2026 - Official Website
- Farwest Show 2026 - FAQ Attendees
- Neal Glatt Speaker Profile
- Sue Goetz Speaker Profile
- "Optimism and excitement prevailed at 2025 Farwest Show"
- Automation Summit to help businesses transform at Farwest
- The 2026 Farwest Show to Debut Its Career Boulevard
- Optimism prevails at 2024 Farwest Show as nursery industry 'meets the future'
- Farwest celebrates 50 years in style
- Cultivate'26 Event Details
- Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show
- Nursery/Landscape EXPO 2026
- IPM Essen 2026 Trade Fair