Annual Conference
August 18th – 20th, 2025
Fertilizer Canada is pleased to invite members to our 78th Annual Conference in Kelowna, British Columbia, from Aug. 18 to 20, 2025. Nestled in the heart of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, Kelowna is a picturesque city that offers stunning natural beauty, world-class wineries, outdoor adventure, and a vibrant cultural scene..
Attended by delegates involved in all aspects of the fertilizer industry and related sectors, Fertilizer Canada’s Annual Conference offers a chance for collective collaboration on current hot topic issues and upcoming opportunities for positive growth.
Join us for this annual meeting of the industry and secure your attendance by registering below.
- Registration
- Agenda
- Hotel
- Speakers
- Golf
Conference Fees
Early Bird Member Rate: $1125 + 5% GST
Early Bird ends May 15, 2025
Member Rate: $1225 + 5% GST
Non-Member Rate: $2200 + 5% GST Attendance by non-members of Fertilizer Canada will remain subject to approval by Fertilizer Canada. If interested in attending please contact Kim Devison at kdevison@fertilizercanada.ca
Companion Rate: $150 + 5% GST A companion does not participate in the official business sessions of the conference but is welcome to attend activities (tour/golf), networking receptions, and the banquet.
Experience Kelowna
Join us on Tuesday, August 19 from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm for an exclusive Lunch & Wine Tasting at Mount Boucherie Winery in the heart of the Okanagan Valley.
Nestled on the slopes of an ancient volcano, Mount Boucherie Estate Winery offers breathtaking vineyard and lake views, providing the ideal backdrop for a memorable day. Guests will enjoy a curated wine tasting experience, featuring a selection of the winery’s award-winning varietals.
Following the tasting, indulge in a seasonally inspired lunch at The Modest Butcher, the winery’s acclaimed restaurant.
Additional cost – $175 +5% GST
Register Here
This year, registration will take place on our new member portal.
https://members.fertilizercanada.ca
Creating an account on the portal is required; however, the sign-up process is simple. If you had an account on our previous platform, you just need to reset your password. If you are creating a brand new account, click “need an account?” on the login page and set one up using your work email. Please note that the email must be associated with your company to set up an account.
Stay tuned for more news and information about our new member portal!
Not a member? Please contact Kim Devison for more information.
Registration List
A list of all registered delegates will be provided to attendees. Please note that your name, address and company will appear exactly as you have indicated on your registration form.
Meeting Space
For those interested in booking meeting space for their own company meetings, please contact Kim Devison. Limited space available!
Cancellations
All cancellations must be sent in writing to Fertilizer Canada. Full refunds less a $50.00 administration fee will be made on cancellations received on or before July 11, 2025. Cancellations after July 11, 2025, will be eligible for a refund of 50% up to August 1, 2025. No refunds will be granted after August 1, 2025; however, substitutions are welcome. There will be no refunds for no-shows. To transfer your registration to another person, please contact Kim Devison.
Delta Grand Okanagan Resort
1310 Water St., Kelowna, BC
(250) 763-4500
Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan puts you both lakeside and cityside, connecting you to the best of everything that Kelowna has to offer. Located lakefront and in the heart of downtown Kelowna, the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort is centrally situated and walking distance to shopping, restaurants and local attractions. Enjoy direct access to the Kelowna Boardwalk, Waterfront Park and Tugboat Beach. Enjoy stunning lake views from many of our hotel rooms and suites.
The hotel is located 15km from the Kelowna International Airport.
On-site parking $35 per day
Check in time: 4:00 p.m. / Check out time: 11:00 a.m.
Room rates: $289 CAD per night
Rate is available August 16th to August 21st , 2025, subject to availability.
Access to Room Block will be provided following registration.
Garrett Lofto
President & CEO of J.R.Simplot Company
Garrett Lofto is the President and CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company, a global food and agriculture company based in Boise, Idaho with major operations in seven countries and more than 15,000 employees worldwide.
Lofto began working for the Company in 1992 and has spent his entire career at Simplot, most recently serving as President of the Simplot AgriBusiness division. As President and CEO, he oversees the company’s integrated portfolio that includes food processing and food brands, farming, ranching and cattle production, phosphate mining and fertilizer manufacturing, and other enterprises related to agriculture. Simplot’s major operations are located in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Argentina, Australia, India and China.
Lofto attended the University of Manitoba, graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture and completed his MBA in 2005. He was raised in an agricultural setting near Fannystelle, Manitoba, Canada, and grew up actively involved in farming, sports, and community. Lofto is proud to remain a part of the agriculture and food industry, walking alongside a team whose purpose and mission is to “Contribute to Feeding our World by Bringing Earth’s Resources to Life.”
Garrett is past Chairman of the Board of Directors of The Fertilizer Institute and the Nutrients for Life Foundation. He has sat on the Board and Executive Committee of the International Plant Nutrition Institute and the Board of Directors of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Idaho. He is currently on the board of the Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce, and the San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank Economic Advisory Council. Garrett, and his wife Carol, reside in Eagle, Idaho and have three sons who make life an adventure every day.
Fertilizer Canada Golf Tournament in support of Nutrients For Life
The Canyon Course at Gallagher’s Canyon was designed by the renowned architectural duo Bill Robinson and Les Furber, The Canyon Course at Gallagher’s Canyon offers an exceptional 6,802-yard layout that winds through towering Ponderosa pines and dramatic canyon landscapes.
A true test of strategy and skill, the course features a breathtaking ninth tee, offering one of the most stunning vistas of the day—a serpentine stream carving its way through the canyon far below. As you approach the turn, three formidable par fives (holes nine through twelve) demand precision and power, each stretching beyond 500 yards from the back tees.
Gallagher’s closing holes introduce natural challenges, with soaring poplar and pine trees strategically guarding the approach to the final greens.
Space is limited
| Schedule | |
|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. | Charters depart from hotel |
| 8:00 a.m. | Shotgun start |
| 12:30 p.m. | To-go Lunch available at course |
| 1:00 p.m. | Golfers return to hotel |
