Three-day event brings together growers, researchers, and industry partners to explore sustainability at every level

The Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA) is set to convene its 2025 Summer Symposium from July 15 to 17 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. This annual gathering, dedicated exclusively to sustainability in the potato industry, will bring together growers, processors, researchers, and allied industry partners from across North America.

Event Overview

• Dates: July 15–17, 2025
• Location: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
• Venues:
  • The Holman Grand Hotel: Welcome Reception
  • The Culinary Institute of Canada: Symposium Sessions
• Hosts: PSA, in collaboration with Cavendish Farms and The Little Potato Company

Agenda Highlights

• July 15: The event kicks off with a Welcome Reception at The Holman Grand Hotel from 5:30 to 7:00 PM AST, offering attendees an opportunity to connect in an informal setting.
• July 16: A full day of sessions at The Culinary Institute of Canada, starting at 8:00 AM AST, will cover:
  • Variety Development and Selection: Exploring how breeding choices impact sustainability across the value chain.
  • Pollinator Influence: Discussing the role of pollinators in sustainable potato production and PSA’s initiatives in this area.
  • Allied Industry Panel: Insights from industry partners on sustainable solutions for potato farming.
  • Membership Sector Breakouts: Member-only discussions on current issues and strategies within PSA sectors.
• July 17: The symposium concludes with a morning of collaborative activities and discussions, details of which will be provided to attendees.

Registration and Accommodation

• Registration Fees (USD):
  • Growers/Graduate Students: $150
  • PSA Members: $459
  • Non-Members: $619
• Accommodations:
  • The Holman Grand Hotel: $319 CAD/night
  • The Rodd Charlottetown: $324 CAD/night

Attendees are encouraged to book accommodations promptly, as July is a peak tourist season in PEI.peifa.ca

Contact Information

For more details or inquiries, please contact Jenna Cargile, PSA Events Planner.

About the Potato Sustainability Alliance

The PSA is a collaborative organization comprising growers, supply chain partners, non-profit organizations, and advisors. Its mission is to improve the economic, environmental, and social aspects of potato production in the United States and Canada.

For more information and to register for the symposium, visit: potatosustainability.org/symposium/

Source: Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA)
Image: Downtown Charlottetown. Credit PSA