Welcome 2024 Farwest Show Exhibitors!

Apply For Booth Space

LOCATION

Oregon Convention Center
777 NE MLK Jr. Blvd.
Portland, OR 97232
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SHOW HOURS

Wednesday (8/21): 10am – 5pm
Thursday (8/22): 10am – 5pm
Friday (8/23): 10am – 2pm

MOVE IN

Monday (8/19) 10am – 6pm
Tuesday (8/20) 8am – 8pm
All booths numbers

MOVE OUT

Friday (8/23): 2pm–9pm
Saturday (8/24): 8am–12pm
Move-In & Out Procedures

EXHIBITOR SERVICES

Booth Payment

Final booth payments due:  May 31 
» Make a Payment

Booth Furnishings

FERN EXPO
Order your carpet, drayage, draped tables, chairs, booth set-up, etc.
All exhibitors will receive an email from Fern Expo with instructions on setting up your password so you can order all show services and items for your booth online. Contact Haley Schleh at hschleh@fernexpo.com or 503-954-6841 to have the email resent.

Booth Utilities

OREGON CONVENTION CENTER
Order water, electricity, carpet cleaning, internet, etc.
Contact the Oregon Convention Center at 503-731-7918, occexhibitorservices@edlen.com, oregoncc.org/en/Exhibit

Exhibitor Badges

Order badges for employees working your booth
Registration for exhibitor badges, seminars and tours is now open.
Note: You will need your ID# to register. You can find it on your exhibitor checklist or personalized exhibitor link.

Register Online

Parking passes

Exhibitors may purchase a three-day parking pass (Aug 21-23) that allows in-and-out access during the show dates for $45. The OCC Exhibitors’ Lot is located at the rear of the building, near the loading dock, making move-out easier. Passes are limited to 120 and will sell out.

Exhibitor Parking Pass

Discounted Hotel Rooms

Discounted rates available until July 31 or until the room blocks sell out. Don’t miss your chance to Save!

Book Your Room

Lead Retrieval Scanners

Scan the barcodes of your important leads, new sales contacts and everyone who walks into your booth!

» Lead Retrieval 101
» Download the Order Form

Booth Signs

HANGING SIGNS
We have past the deadline to order hanging signs through the website. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Tana at TKlum@oan.org

EXHIBITOR DETAILS

Great News!

It’s easier than ever to get your exhibitor information!
While this webpage still has all of your general exhibitor information, you will need your personalized exhibitor link to access the personalized information for your company.

***All exhibitors with a signed contract have been sent a personalized link to your company information.***

Request your Private Link

Not sure what email your account is under? You can email the Farwest Team at farwest@oan.org to request your  personalized exhibitor link.

Still need to get your booth? » Apply for booth space

SHOW GUIDE

Update your Show Guide information.

It’s easier than ever to update your information for the Farwest Show Guide, but you need your personalized link!

***All exhibitors with a signed contract have been sent a personalized link to your company information.***

Request your Private Link

Not sure what email your account is under? You can email the Farwest Team at farwest@oan.org to request your  personalized exhibitor link.

Standout in the crowd:

Promote your company! To get the most value out of your advertising dollars and your Farwest experience, take advantage of these marketing resources.

Promote your company! To get the most value out of your advertising dollars and your Farwest experience, take advantage of these marketing resources. You get free complimentary tickets to pass out to your customers and buyers, email banners, web banners and more.
Marketing Resources

Farwest is pleased to offer our Farwest Exhibitors this opportunity for unlimited complimentary 3-Day Trade Show Passes to send to your customers, potential clients, and employees, really anyone you want to attend the show!

» Download the pass code graphic or sample invite

Farwest Happy HourFarwest Sponsorship packages are now available. See new opportunities to connect with thousands of industry professionals.
» View sponsorship packages
» Happy Hour sponsorship packages
» NexGen Sponsorship sponsorship packages

Do you have a new or improved plant to showcase at this year’s Farwest Show? Submissions are now being accepted for The New Varieties Showcase. New (or improved) plant varieties are vetted by a panel of horticulture industry experts and fees are only collected upon showcase acceptance.

Deadlines:
Tier 1: April 12
Tier 2: June 28

Submit your new plant

Do you have a new and exciting product to unveil? Help your target audience find YOUR newest product at the New Products Showcase! Spots are filling up quickly so hurry to submit your product information.

Deadlines:
Tier 1: June 28
Tier 2: June 28
Tier 3: August 9

Submit your new product

Exhibitor Resources:

Exhibitor Alerts

Beware of Housing Pirates! Please be aware that there are companies contacting exhibitors directly claiming to have room blocks on behalf of the Farwest Show. They are not associated with the Farwest Show, and we have no control over booking and cancellation fees associated with their service. No housing coordinator for the Farwest Show will make outbound calls to solicit reservations. Do not give your credit card information to anyone calling and claiming to be a Farwest Travel Agent.
***Please do not give your credit card information to anyone calling and claiming to be a Farwest Travel Agent.***

Visit our Farwest Hotel & Travel page to secure your lodging with one of our premium host hotels.

Important Deadlines:

  • Final booth payments due: May 31

  • New Varieties Showcase Tier 1 Deadline: April 12 | Tier 2: June 28

  • New Products Showcase Tier 1 Deadline: June 28 | Tier 2: June 28 | Tier 3: August 9

  • Solution Center Mini-sessions: Proposals due March 31

  • Advertise in Digger Farwest Edition: Secure ad by June 14

  • Show Specials print deadline: June 16

Meet the Team

Tana Klum
Tana KlumOffice Coordinator
I can help you with all of your exhibitor questions. Please contact me at 503-682-5089 or tklum@oan.org.
Allan Niemi
Allan NiemiDirector of Events
Would you like to reserve a booth or a sponsorship package? Contact me at 503-582-2005 or aniemi@oan.org.

Thank you to our sponsors!