Monday, April 27, 2026
12:00 P.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Volunteer Luncheon
Invitation Only
2:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Retail Issues Forum
Invitation Only
2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Registration
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Retail Conference Welcome Reception
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
7:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Registration/Info Desk Open
7:00 A.M. - 7:30 A.M.
Buyer Connect Breakfast
Invitation Only
7:30 A.M. - 10:15 A.M.
Buyer Connect 1:1 Session
Invitation Only
10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Networking with Table Top Sponsors
10:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.
Welcome Break
10:30 A.M. - 10:45 A.M.
General Session: Welcome
10:45 A.M. - 11:45 A.M.
The Pulse of Retail:
IFPA's 2026 State of Retail
From Trade to Trends - This session features a series of "Ted Talk"-style presentations, each offering concise insights into pivotal areas and the impact on Retailers and Suppliers.
12:00 P.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Lunch and Networking
1:35 P.M. - 2:10 P.M.
EPR Unpacked:
What Every Retailer & Supplier Needs to Know
As regulations evolve, EPR is quickly becoming a critical factor shaping how fresh produce is packaged, managed, and brought to market.
2:15 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.
General session
3:00 P.M. - 3:15 P.M.
General Session Wrap Up Reflection and What’s Next
3:15 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Break
4:30 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Happy Hour
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
7:00 A.M. - 8:00 A.M.
Registration/Putting
7:00 A.M. - 8:00 A.M.
Breakfast
8:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
Golf (Shotgun Start)
1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M.