The State of Maine Agricultural Trades Show takes place every January and serves as a source for agricultural resources and products. Producers and consumers alike visit this three day show to take stock of current programs, new technologies and to gather information on the agriculture industry. This show is sponsored by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry and provides promotion opportunities for businesses and organizations on the tradeshow floor.
The 75th Annual Maine Agricultural Trades show will be held January 12, 13 and 14, 2016 at the Augusta Civic Center in Augusta, ME. All interested applicants can register online at www.regonline.com/maineagtradesshow. To request a physical copy of the application, please call 207-287-3491.
Any one business or group of businesses may apply for a maximum of six (6) spaces. Agricultural organizations will be limited to one (1) space at a reduced rate. NOTE: Exhibiting is restricted to companies offering products or services directly related to agricultural production or marketing. The fee for each 8’ x 10’ commercial exhibit space is $375.00. The fee for nonprofit agricultural organizations is $225.00.
These fees do not include the cost of any electrical hookups, tables and chairs. There will be an additional charge of $40.00 for each electrical hookup, $15.00 for each table, and $5.50 for each chair. Wireless internet access is available through the Augusta Civic Center.
Any one business or group of businesses may apply for a maximum of six (6) spaces. Agricultural organizations will be limited to one (1) space at a reduced rate. NOTE: Exhibiting is restricted to companies offering products or services directly related to agricultural production or marketing. The fee for each 8’ x 10’ commercial exhibit space is $375.00. The fee for nonprofit agricultural organizations is $225.00.
These fees do not include the cost of any electrical hookups, tables and chairs. There will be an additional charge of $40.00 for each electrical hookup, $15.00 for each table, and $5.50 for each chair. Wireless internet access is available through the Augusta Civic Center.
If you have questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Samantha Howard, Agricultural Promotions Coordinator, at (207) 287-7620 or by e-mail at Samantha.Howard@maine.gov. We look forward to seeing you in Augusta, January 12th-14th, 2016.
Application Information
In an effort to improve our application process, marketing efforts and overall communications; the Agricultural Trades Show will now have its own dedicate website. The new website, will allow exhibitors to register online, make payments and receive up to date information on booth space and meeting space.
Please return your completed application NO LATER than Friday, November 20th, 2015. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered. Due to the increased popularity of the show and demand for space, payment for booth space is due IN FULL when you register. We will notify you – in writing – if your application is accepted. Once space becomes full, we will put additional names on a waiting list. Once the floor is filled, if you are not chosen, payment will be immediately returned to you.
We look forward to partnering with you to make this a successful educational event for all! For any questions or more information on the application process or event, please contact Samantha Howard at (207) 287.7620 or Samantha.Howard@maine.gov
