*** NEW LOCATION ***
July 9, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The Water & Soil Symposium is moving to:
North Carolina Farm Bureau FederationRaleigh, NC
⚠️ APPROVED CREDITS: Continuing Education credits have been secured for the specific sessions noted in the agenda below.
NCGIC: It’s more than a Symposium—it’s a voice for our industry.
Note to Partner Association Members:
Members of TCNC, CIA, NCUFC, NCSPA, and NCPNPA are eligible for NCGIC Member rates. Please use code ADVOCACYNCGIC during registration to apply your discount.(Membership will be verified)
Attendee Registration
| NCGIC Member Early Bird Available: 5/11/2026 – 6/11/2026 |
$135.00 |
| Non-Member Early Bird Available: 5/11/2026 – 6/11/2026 |
$150.00 |
| NCGIC Member Standard Available: 6/11/2026 – 7/9/2026 |
$155.00 |
| Non-Member Standard Available: 6/11/2026 – 7/9/2026 |
$170.00 |
Symposium Agenda
| 7:30 – 8:00 AM | Registration |
| 8:00 – 8:25 AM | Welcome |
| 8:30 – 9:20 AM | KEYNOTE: Water & Soil & the future of digital agronomy Steve Dorer, Syngenta
Pesticide: L:0.5, N:0.5, D:0.5, X:0.5
NCICLB: 1.00 irrigation
NCLCLB: 1.00 Landscape
Waste Water: 1
ISA: Arborist: 0.75, Urban: 0.75, BCMA-Prac: 0.75
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| 9:25 – 10:20 AM | The WaterWise Professional: Science-Based Stewardship in an Evolving Climate Dr. Barbara Fair, North Carolina State University
Waste Water: 1
ISA: Arborist: 1.0, Urban: 1.0, BCMA-Prac: 1.0
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| 10:25 – 10:40 AM | BREAK |
| 10:40 – 11:30 AM | Cultivating the $100 Billion Landscape: North Carolina’s Economic Engine Beth Pugh Farrell, NCDA & CS |
| 11:30 – 12:30 PM | Lunch & Vendor Showcase (Annex) |
| 12:30 – 1:20 PM | Improved Resilience and Increased Sustainability: Next Gen Turfgrass Cultivars Dr. Susana Milla-Lewis, NC State University |
| 1:20 – 2:10 PM | Technology for Plant Health Don Davis, SiteOne Landscape Supply
NCICLB: 1.00 irrigation
NCLCLB: 1.00 Landscape
Waste Water: 1
ISA: Arborist: 1.0, Urban: 1.0, BCMA-Prac: 1.0
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| 2:10 – 2:25 PM | Break |
| 2:25 – 3:15 PM | The Effects of Soil Compaction on Landscape Water Infiltration Dr. Glynn Percival, Bartlett Tree Experts
Pesticide: G:1.0, L:1.0, N:1.0, D:1.0, X:1.0
NCLCLB: 1.00 Landscape
Waste Water: 1
ISA: Arborist: 0.75, Urban: 0.75, BCMA-Prac: 0.75
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| 3:30 – 4:50 PM | Panel: Technology in the Green Industry Dr. Q. Zhou, R. Austin, & Dr. N. Godara (NC State)
Pesticide: L:0.5, N:0.5, P:0.5, D:0.5, X:0.5
Waste Water: 1
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| 4:50 – 5:00 PM | Closing & CEs |
1. Annual Partnership Levels
Elite Strategic Partner
$2,000
ONLY 1 SEAT REMAINING (3 Total)
Year-Round Benefits:
- Serve as a Non-Voting Advisor to the Board
- Prominent linked logo on NCGIC webpage and every newsletter
- Sponsor of one Quarterly e-Newsletter including a featured article
- Serve as one of three Host Industry Sponsors
- Includes 6′ Tabletop exhibit and 4 attendee tickets
- Prominent recognition on all event signage and marketing
Platinum Industry Partner
$1,500
Year-Round Benefits:
- Priority recognition as an Industry “Host” on digital platforms and newsletters
- 6′ Tabletop exhibit and 4 attendee tickets
- Exclusive signage for one area: Coffee Kickoff, Energy Break, Registration, Tech Sponsor, or Education Room
- SOLD: Networking Lunch
Gold Industry Partner
$1,000
Year-Round Benefits:
- Linked logo placement on NCGIC website and in every newsletter
- 6′ Tabletop exhibit and 2 attendee tickets
- Prominent recognition on event signage and marketing materials
Industry Advocate
$500
Benefits:
- Year-Round: Linked logo in member directory and newsletter
- Year-Round: Recognition as a supporter of annual advocacy efforts
- At the Symposium: Includes 1 ticket and special marketing recognition
- Note: Does not include an exhibit table
2. Symposium “Add-On” Sponsorships
Available for 125 attendees; can be added to any partnership level above.
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Official Notepad & Pen Exclusive branding on materials at every attendee seat |
$750 |
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Conference Tote Bag Your logo on every bag carried throughout the day |
$600 |
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Water & Soil Hydration Exclusive branding on hydration gear |
$500 |
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Official Print Partner Logo featured exclusively on program covers (Limit 4) |
$250 |
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Hand Sanitizer / Safety Branded individual items or a station at the entrance |
$400 |
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Custom – “Your Choice” Have a specific idea? Let us know, we’ll make it happen! |
$TBD |
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