Southern Cover Crops Conference is a 2-day event to provide farmers, crop consultants, extension agents, and other professionals with the latest information on cover crop management.
Conference Information
Southern Cover Crops Conference,scheduled to be held February 24 - 26, 2026, in Gainesville, Florida, brings together farmers, researchers, educators, and industry professionals from across the Southern United States (including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands) to share the latest innovations, practical applications, and economic benefitsof cover cropping.
This two-day event on “Unlocking the Secrets of Cover Cropping in the South” will feature:
Expert presentations: Leading researchers and experienced farmers sharing their knowledge and insights.
Networking opportunities: Time for attendees and sponsors to connect
Exhibitor showcase: Space for organizations like yours to display products and services
Regional field tours: Opportunities to see cover cropping in action
**Previous conferences in 2019 in Auburn, AL, and 2023 in Baton Rouge, LA hosted 250 to 300 participants.
Why Your Support Matters: Past Attendee Voices
“The farmer-to-farm education is fantastic here."
"The community is interested in sharing experiences and knowledge. This has been a great conference both years I’ve attended. THANK YOU!”
“It’s a great opportunity for learning and networking.”
2 six-foot tabletop display spaces in the conference center
Regognition on bus signage during field tour
Logo featured on front page of website as premium sponsor
High-profile shout-out in a conference email blast
Logo to appear on custom beverage napkin during networking reception and refreshment breaks
A special social media post announcing your sponsorship
A brochure insertion in attendee welcome bag (printing & delivery costs covered by sponsor)
Recognition in the conference program book
Acknowledgement at the opening and closing session
Logo displayed on sponsor signage at the conference
Logo featured on PowerPoints in meeting rooms
Logo displayed on conference website
Logo to appear in multiple publicity emails sent to thousands of crop management professionals
Gold Sponsor - $1,500
1 complimentary registration to attend the event
1 six-foot tabletop display space in the conference center
High-profile shout-out in a conference email blast
Logo to appear on custom beverage napkin during networking reception and refreshment breaks
A special social media post announcing your sponsorship
A brochure insertion in attendee welcome bag (printing & delivery costs covered by sponsor)
Recognition in the conference program book
Acknowledgement at the opening and closing session
Logo displayed on sponsor signage at the conference
Logo featured on PowerPoints in meeting rooms
Logo displayed on conference website
Logo to appear in multiple publicity emails sent to thousands of crop management professionals
Silver Sponsor - $1,000
A special social media post announcing your sponsorship
A brochure insertion in attendee welcome bag (printing & delivery costs covered by sponsor)
Recognition in the conference program book
Acknowledgement at the opening and closing session
Logo displayed on sponsor signage at the conference
Logo featured on PowerPoints in meeting rooms
Logo displayed on conference website
Logo to appear in multiple publicity emails sent to thousands of crop management professionals
Bronze Sponsor - $500
Recognition in the conference program book
Acknowledgement at the opening and closing session
Logo displayed on sponsor signage at the conference
Logo featured on PowerPoints in meeting rooms
Logo displayed on conference website
Logo to appear in multiple publicity emails sent to thousands of crop management professionals
Not Seeing the Perfect Package?
If you are interested in contributing in a way not listed in our sponsorship options, please contact us at southerncovercrops@gmail.com. We would be happy to create a custom sponsorship option to best fit your needs!