# New England Produce Council - NEPC Produce Floral & Food Service Expo 2026 — Trade Show Intelligence > The NEPC Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo is a regional trade event scheduled for August 17–18, 2026, at the Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, MA. The expo URL: https://tradeshowintel.com/events/new-england-produce-council-nepc-produce-floral-food-service-expo-2026 --- Pro listing # New England Produce Council - NEPC Produce Floral & Food Service Expo 2026 The NEPC Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo is a regional trade event scheduled for August 17–18, 2026, at the Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, MA. The expo features over 180 exhibitors and attracts approximately 1,000 retail, foodservice, and wholesale buyers, primarily from the East Coast. The 2026 event includes new features such as a Women's Program and a New Products Showcase, alongside the main exhibit floor, breakfast and lunch sessions, and networking receptions. The NEPC Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo is a regional trade event scheduled for August 17–18, 2026, at the Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, MA. The expo features over 180 exhibitors and attracts approximately 1,000 retail, foodservice, and wholesale buyers, primarily from the East Coast. The 2026 event includes new features such as a Women's Program and a New Products Showcase, alongside the main exhibit floor, breakfast and lunch sessions, and networking receptions. The 26th Annual NEPC Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo is the New England Produce Council's premier trade event, bringing together the produce, floral, and food service industries for two days of networking, education, and product discovery. The 2026 edition introduces several firsts, including an inaugural Women's Program and a New Products Showcase, all under the theme of America's 250th birthday. Held at the Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, Massachusetts, the expo offers a platform for exhibitors and attendees to share the latest products and services, fostering business relationships and industry growth. ## At a glance - The 26th annual NEPC Expo takes place August 17–18, 2026, at Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, MA. - Over 180 exhibitors and about 1,000 retail, foodservice, and wholesale buyers are expected to attend. - New for 2026: an inaugural Women's Program and a first-ever New Products Showcase. - The expo theme is America's 250th birthday, with patriotic decor throughout the venue. - Booths are nearly sold out, with a few remaining as of mid-July 2026. ## Product categories - Produce: Fresh fruits and vegetables, including specialty items like Vidalia sweet onions, sweetpotatoes, and organic produce. - Floral: Floral products and services are part of the expo's stated scope. - Food Service: Food-service products and services are included in the official event name and industry scope. ## Exhibitor profile - Growers, shippers, and wholesalers of fresh produce, including specialty items like sweet onions, sweetpotatoes, and organic produce. - Suppliers of floral products and services. - Food service providers and distributors. - Companies offering innovative packaging, merchandising solutions, and supply chain services. ## Visitor profile - Retail buyers and produce managers from supermarket chains, including Market Basket, which is bringing nearly 90 produce managers. - Foodservice buyers and distributors. - Wholesale buyers and procurement professionals. - Industry professionals seeking networking opportunities and insights into market trends. ## Why exhibit The NEPC Expo offers exhibitors direct access to approximately 1,000 retail, foodservice, and wholesale buyers, mostly based on the East Coast, providing a concentrated and efficient networking environment. The show is described as 'big enough to matter and small enough for real conversations,' fostering meaningful business relationships. Exhibitors can showcase new products in the first-ever New Products Showcase, gain insights into market trends, and strengthen relationships with trusted suppliers. The event has historically sold out booth space, indicating strong demand and a captive audience. ## Why visit Attendees can explore a wide range of produce, floral, and food service products from over 180 exhibitors, all in one convenient location. The expo provides opportunities to discover new products, learn about innovative packaging and merchandising solutions, and gain insight into market trends. The 2026 event features new attractions, including a Women's Program and a New Products Showcase, as well as a comedian-hosted breakfast and networking receptions. The venue, Encore Boston Harbor, offers a unique resort setting with everything under one roof. ## Why it matters NEPC provides a concentrated regional meeting point for produce, floral and food-service suppliers and buyers, with the 2026 exhibition advertising more than 170 exhibiting suppliers. ## Venue **name:** Encore Boston Harbor - Picasso Ballroom - Monet Room - South Lawn ### address **city:** Everett **street:** 1 Broadway **country:** United States **postal code:** 02149 **map url:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=Encore+Boston+Harbor,+1+Broadway,+Everett,+MA+02149&output=embed **latitude:** 42.3944611 **longitude:** -71.0702028 ### facilities ### parking **notes:** Venue transportation information is available, but current event-day parking price and capacity were not verified. **status:** unknown **currency:** USD - https://www.encorebostonharbor.com/transportation ### cloakroom **notes:** Not publicly verified. **status:** unknown - Expo Breakfast - Expo Lunch ### prayer rooms **notes:** Not publicly verified. **status:** unknown ### accessibility **notes:** Encore local shuttle information states vehicles are low-floor and ADA wheelchair accessible; confirm venue-specific event access requirements. **status:** confirmed - https://www.encorebostonharbor.com/transportation/encore-local-shuttles ### onsite shuttle **notes:** Encore publishes local shuttle information and transportation coordinators. **status:** confirmed - https://www.encorebostonharbor.com/transportation/encore-local-shuttles ### charging points **notes:** Not publicly verified. **status:** unknown ### luggage storage **notes:** Not publicly verified. **status:** unknown **parking notes:** The 2026 official exhibitor service kit confirms complimentary free parking for all exhibitors and attendees, and recommends parking on the 'hotel' side of the Encore garage for the most convenient access to the Picasso Ballroom and South Lawn Tent. **google place id:** ChIJi9RuTeJx44kRsv3bZbvJDmo ### floor plan schematic **notes:** No 2026 floor plan was identified on the official organiser page. **google maps embed url:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=Encore+Boston+Harbor,+1+Broadway,+Everett,+MA+02149&output=embed **google maps place url:** https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Encore+Boston+Harbor&query_place_id=ChIJi9RuTeJx44kRsv3bZbvJDmo **official venue page url:** https://www.encorebostonharbor.com/ ## Entry & registration **event hours:** Monday, August 17, 2026: registration and exhibitor setup 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (exhibitor move-in window 12:00 PM–5:00 PM per the official 2026 exhibitor kit); Women's Program 11:00 AM–1:00 PM; VIP Reception 5:00–6:00 PM; NEPC Produce & Floral Expo Cocktail Reception 6:00–8:00 PM at the Encore South Lawn Tent. Tuesday, August 18, 2026 (Show Day): late exhibitor move-in 6:00 AM–9:00 AM; Expo opens following breakfast and officially closes at 4:00 PM; all booth materials must be removed from the exhibit hall by 7:00 PM. **ticket notes:** The official page provides an attendee-registration link but does not publish a general attendee ticket price in the accessible page content. **setup end date:** 2026-08-18 08:50 **registration url:** https://events.tpni.com/ **setup start date:** 2026-08-17 08:00 **teardown end date:** 2026-08-18 19:00 **teardown start date:** 2026-08-18 16:00 **registration deadline:** Not published on the official 2026 expo page. The hotel room-block cutoff was July 16, 2026. **badge collection notes:** Registration is listed at the Rotunda: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM on August 17 and 7:00 AM–3:00 PM on August 18. ## Organisers - New England Produce Council - NEPC Office ## Programme - NEPC Women’s Program - VIP Reception - Cocktail Reception - Expo Breakfast - Exhibition Open - Lunch Open - CarrieAnn Arias - Christina Stipe - Cheryl Schondek - Becky Fanion - Jennifer Jorgensen **agenda url:** https://newenglandproducecouncil.com/annual-produce-floral-food-service-expo/ - Women’s Program Luncheon **agenda status:** partial - NEPC Women’s Program Luncheon ## Previous edition ### stats **year:** 2025 **notes:** The 25th Annual NEPC Expo was held at Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, Massachusetts. The event drew a record attendance of about 1,000 people and featured 175 exhibitors, 15 of which were new, according to NEPC Executive Director Laura Sullivan. The expo also featured a reimagined floral exhibit space. **end date:** 2025-08-19 **start date:** 2025-08-18 **deals count:** 0 **edition number:** 0 **floor area sqm:** 0 **visitors count:** 1000 **pavilions count:** 0 **exhibitors count:** 175 **visitor countries:** 0 **exhibitor countries:** 0 **recap html:**

The 25th Annual NEPC Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo was held August 18–19, 2025, at Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, Massachusetts. The sold-out event drew a record attendance of about 1,000 people and featured 175 exhibitors, 15 of which were new, according to NEPC Executive Director Laura Sullivan. The milestone celebration included a VIP reception sponsored by North Bay Produce, a general reception sponsored by 4M Fruit Distributors, and a keynote breakfast featuring the popular Produce Feud game show. NEPC President David Dearborn announced a donation to Boston Children’s Hospital and presented scholarships. The expo also featured a reimagined floral exhibit space that transformed the foyer into a vibrant entryway.

- Expanded supplier showcase - NEPC Women’s Program - Expo breakfast and hosted meals - Tim Harrington **exhibitor roi:** The official sources support visibility with more than 170 suppliers, product showcasing, networking receptions and attendee engagement, but do not publish quantified lead, sales or ROI results. **impact summary:** The official 2025 schedule stated that remaining product at the close of the expo would be donated to the Greater Boston Food Bank. ### current edition **year:** 2026 **end date:** 2026-08-18 **source url:** https://www.thetradeshowcalendar.com/ **start date:** 2026-08-17 **value status:** organiser_forecast **edition number:** 26 **visitors count:** 30000 **exhibitors count:** 1100 **estimated visitors count:** 30000 **estimated exhibitors count:** 1100 - 175 - 1000 - 160 - 1000 - 170 - 1100 - 30000 **audience quality:** The organiser positions the expo as its premier event and states that it brings exhibitors and attendees together around the latest industry products and services. No independently verified visitor-quality or buyer-composition metrics were published in the reviewed official sources. - 25th Annual NEPC Expo - 26th Annual NEPC Expo ### next edition outlook **year:** 2026 - https://newenglandproducecouncil.com/annual-produce-floral-food-service-expo/ **summary:** The 26th Annual NEPC Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo is scheduled for August 17–18, 2026, at Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, Massachusetts. **end date:** 2026-08-18 **confidence:** confirmed **start date:** 2026-08-17 - Over 170 exhibiting suppliers are scheduled to participate. - The programme includes a Monday Women’s Program. - The schedule includes a VIP Reception, Cocktail Reception, Expo Breakfast, and hosted lunch. ## Exhibitors **total:** 124 - 28918 Users 82183 Industry Contacts 47526 - Orange - 4529 Angeles Crest Hwy. La Cañada - 2026 ALLIANCE. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Corporate Headquarters 840 Crescent Center Drive Suite 260 Franklin - 101 Learn Learning Center Seminars Glossary Contact Info@Amhydro.com 286 South G st Arcata - Phoenix - Nicholls - Temple City - 7727 W 6th Ave. Suite H Lakewood - 800-228-5481 449 River Street North Springfield - sustainable and innovative berry products. Today - 275 Schoolhouse Road Cheshire - 559) 638-6961 Fax: (559) 638-6964 info@brandtfarms.com 6040 Ave. 430 Reedley - 1141A Cummings Road Santa Paula - 7111 West Edgerton Avenue Greenfield - Flowood - 1850 Eller Drive Fort Lauderdale - 305 Bloomfield Ave Gilroy - Totowa - 125 COMMERCE CT P O BOX 250 CHESHIRE - Chelsea - Hartford - 8101 NW 21 Street Miami - 18 Bunker Hill Industrial Park Boston - 35 Davandjer Lane Pine Island - Other produce & food service suppliers - Fresh produce growers, packers & shippers - Foodservice distribution & wholesale suppliers - Organic & specialty produce suppliers - Tree fruit & orchard suppliers - Produce packaging & labeling suppliers - Grocery retail & cooperative suppliers - Vegetable & leafy green suppliers - Cold chain, freight & logistics suppliers - produce & food service suppliers (profile pending) - Potato, onion & root crop suppliers - Snacks, beverages & value-added produce suppliers - Floral & cut flower suppliers - Berry & soft fruit suppliers - Produce industry data & trade services - United States - Singapore - Spain ### domain enrich **notes:** Domains came from the TSI Pro analysis CSV. Trigger DomainEnrich only if deeper company enrichment is needed. **status:** not_started - allenlund.com - alliance.com - amhydro.com - auroranatural.com - bcproduce.net - walkerbb.com - bestbuyproduce.com - bingbeverage.com - blackriverproduce.com - bobaluberries.com - bozzutos.com - brandtfarms.com - calavo.com - campbellcorp.net - chirohealthusa.com - porteverglades.net - christopherranch.com - cibovita.com - ctcproduce.com - communitysuffolkinc.com - portal.ct.gov - continentalflowers.com - freshideas.com - seamless.ai - agurdaproduce.com - shopmarketbasket.com - designerschoicelp.com - bluebookservices.com - edenvalleygrowers.com - ediblegardenag.com - elite-it.com - shop.equalexchange.coop - evansfruitco.com - evergreenusa.com - familytreefarms.com - firstfruits.com - 5starpeeled.com - flavorfulbrands.com - ctfoodshare.org - fsproduce.com - foxbag.com - donio.com - freshexpress.com - northeastseafood.com - freskaproduce.com - exchangeline.com - garlandfood.net - mygolden-opportunities.com - gordon.edu - gpodpotatoes.com - grfresh.us - glit.com - greenvalleyonion.com - ilovepecans.org - greenfruitavocados.com - guestservices.com - kontosfruit.com - hazeltechnologies.com - healthprobrands.com - highlandparkmarket.com - hillcrestweb.com - hollandgreenhousesinc.com - hudsonriverfruit.com - inecta.com - infiniteherbs.com - internationalfruitcompany.com - shopjacobson.com - keenanfarms.com - keyfloral.com - lanniorchard.com - leefarmsoregon.com - legerandson.com - lipmanfamilyfarms.com - mammachia.com - maplelanefarmsmaine.com - marianinut.com - mayerbrothers.com - mi-sazon.com - empresite.eleconomista.es - montereymushrooms.com - nashproduce.com - nrminc.com - niagarafreshfruit.com - ncgrows.com - nwcherries.com - nowplastics.com - nyle.com - pkgprinting.com - permapack.com - petepappasinc.com - dennisfoodservice.com - pacermonitor.com - procaccibrothers.com - carolinaqualitysalesllc.com - quinlanwasserman.com - railexcorp.com - redtomato.org - reichelfoods.com - rochebros.com - rpespud.com **available domain count:** 120 ### exhibitor analysis quality **total rows:** 124 **rows with hall:** 0 **classified rows:** 124 **rows with booth:** 0 **unclassified rows:** 0 **classification coverage pct:** 100 ## Market **region:** New England, United States **why it matters:** NEPC provides a concentrated regional meeting point for produce, floral and food-service suppliers and buyers, with the 2026 exhibition advertising more than 170 exhibiting suppliers. - Supplier concentration and category discovery - Cross-sector produce, floral and food-service networking ### similar event circuit **title:** Northeastern produce and food-service event circuit **summary:** Use NEPC as a regional New England meeting point and pair it with larger produce, floral or food-service events only when dates, audience and budget align. - NEPC 2026 **source note:** No additional comparable event dates were sufficiently verified from official organiser sources during this run. **planning window:** Review the organiser calendar and comparable event calendars 6-12 months before the target edition. ## Logistics ### visa **official url:** https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/business.html **ata carnet notes:** No official NEPC or venue statement confirming ATA Carnet handling was located. Confirm temporary-import requirements with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the event freight provider before shipping samples or exhibits. **free nationalities notes:** Visa requirements depend on nationality, travel history, purpose and eligibility. VWP nationals may travel for business for up to 90 days with approved ESTA; Canadian and Bermudian citizens generally do not need visas for temporary business visits. **weather notes:** August in the Boston area is generally warm and humid with possible rain or thunderstorms; verify the forecast before travel. - Business etiquette - Regional networking - Food and floral context - Boston Logan International Airport **connectivity notes:** The venue and Boston region generally support mobile data and Wi-Fi, but exhibitors should confirm venue internet, wired service and power ordering through the exhibitor kit. **local currency code:** USD ## Visitor persona ### visa **notes:** Attending a business convention or conference is listed as a permitted B-1 activity. Paid employment or exhibition work may require a different status; confirm with the relevant U.S. embassy or consulate. **official url:** https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/business.html **processing time:** Varies by nationality, embassy or consulate and appointment availability; apply early. **requirement summary:** Foreign business visitors generally need a B-1 visitor visa unless eligible for the Visa Waiver Program and ESTA; Canadian and Bermudian citizens generally do not need visas for temporary business visits. ### hotels - Encore Boston Harbor / Everett - Boston downtown - Cambridge - Seaport / Logan-accessible Boston **recommended check in:** August 16 or August 17, 2026 **recommended check out:** August 18 or August 19, 2026 ### flights **partner url:** https://www.massport.com/logan-airport/getting-to-logan - U.S. domestic - Canada - Europe - Other international origins **booking notes:** Use BOS as the primary airport and allow extra time for ground transfer to Everett. **destination airport:** Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) ### weather **month:** August **packing notes:** Bring breathable business-casual clothing, comfortable walking shoes, and a light rain layer. **temperature range:** Typically warm to hot; verify the current forecast before departure. **rain or seasonality:** Summer conditions can include humidity, showers and thunderstorms. ### transport **parking:** Encore Boston Harbor provides guest and visitor parking information on its transportation pages; confirm event-day rates and availability. **ride hail:** Available in the Boston/Everett area; pickup procedures and pricing vary. **hotel to venue:** Downtown Atlanta and convention-center hotels are typically within walking distance or a short ride-hail/MARTA trip to the venue. **public transit:** MBTA bus and subway connections are available in the Boston/Everett area; route planning should be checked close to travel. **airport to venue:** Taxi, ride-hail or private car from BOS; verify current routing and fares before travel. - 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:** The official event page links to the 2026 exhibitor kit but public details were not available in the retrieved material. **stand rules url:** https://newenglandproducecouncil.com/annual-produce-floral-food-service-expo/ **insurance required:** Not publicly specified **electrical or safety rules:** Not publicly specified; obtain the exhibitor kit before ordering power, rigging or equipment. ### lead capture **notes:** No 2026 lead-capture or badge-scanner information was published on the accessible official organiser page. - https://newenglandproducecouncil.com/annual-produce-floral-food-service-expo/ **availability status:** unknown **recommended followup sla:** Within 24 hours after the event - 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:** ATA Carnet and customs handling were not confirmed from public organiser materials. **deadline summary:** Not publicly specified; request the exhibitor kit and freight instructions before shipping. - Commercial invoice if applicable - Packing list - Temporary-import documentation if applicable - Carrier and delivery labels ## Planning ### exhibitor ### lead capture **notes:** No 2026 lead-capture or badge-scanner information was published on the accessible official organiser page. **recommended followup sla:** Within 24 hours after the event - Encore Boston Harbor - Boston downtown **best visit day:** Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - Cocktail Reception - Expo Breakfast - Expo Lunch - Use Monday strategically - Prioritise Tuesday morning - Bring a meeting plan - Capture next actions - Supplier meetings - Product discovery - Networking - Client hospitality **best visit day reasoning:** Tuesday is the published show day, with the exhibition open from 9:10 AM to 4:00 PM and more than 170 exhibiting suppliers. Monday is primarily exhibitor setup and reception programming. ## Costs ### calculator **currency:** USD **per diem usd:** 0 **booth sqm max:** 0 **booth sqm min:** 0 **visa cost usd:** 185 **nights default:** 2 **booth sqm default:** 9 **insurance cost usd:** 0 **shell per sqm low usd:** 0 **shell per sqm high usd:** 0 **hotel mid per night usd:** 319 **hotel budget per night usd:** 319 **hotel premium per night usd:** 349 ### booth prices **notes:** 2026 booth prices and standard dimensions were not published in the accessible official organiser page. Booth space is described as limited. **source:** https://newenglandproducecouncil.com/annual-produce-floral-food-service-expo/ **currency:** USD **standard booth sqm:** 0 **raw space per sqm low:** 0 **raw space per sqm high:** 0 **shell scheme per sqm low:** 0 **shell scheme per sqm high:** 0 ## Decision tools ### quiz result config **mode:** visit_exhibit_skip **intro:** Answer the questions to compare attending, exhibiting or deferring. - Attend as a visitor - Consider exhibiting - Defer or skip **tie label:** Attend with a focused plan **tie description:** If scores tie, attend only with pre-booked meetings and a defined objective. ## Partners - Official visa guidance - Boston Logan access - Official hotel block ## Media - NEPC Expo official social image - Encore Boston Harbor venue image - NEPC Expo promotional image - NEPC Expo event image - 2026 NEPC Expo logo **og image url:** https://cdn.tradeshowintel.com/assets/tsi_pro/6952d4d557cb11ac4f211fda/og_1786100187.webp **hero image url:** https://cdn.tradeshowintel.com/assets/tsi_pro/6952d4d557cb11ac4f211fda/hero_1786100184.png ## Answers - Tim Harrington ## Sources - TPNI Lead Retrieval – Order Portal - NEPC Expo Schedule & Exhibitor Reminders (2025 edition) - Encore Boston Harbor — Driving Directions - Encore Boston Harbor — Wikipedia - Fees for Visa Services - NEPC celebrates 25th anniversary at its annual expo - NEPC 2024 annual expo draws great crowd to popular venue - 2026 Annual NEPC Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo - What’s ahead at New England Produce Council’s Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo - NEPC Calendar - Business Visa Guidance - Visa Waiver Program - Boston Logan Airport Transportation - Encore Local Shuttle Service