CAST becomes California Summer Trials for 2021

The 2020 event was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

June product trial dates will allow brokers, growers and retailers to all attend at a slower time of the year for them, while still being early enough in the season for quality grow-outs and presentations. The later date also helps in securing the event as the longer it is delayed, the better likelihood it will not be cancelled due to COVID-19.   

CAST, one of the most important industry events of the year, is the best opportunity for breeders to showcase their full lineup of new genetics, where traditional tradeshows cannot accommodate showcasing a full lineup. The early summer dates also allow for a larger diversity of crops, such as perennials and heat-loving annuals, to be shown under more normal growing climates.

Another major benefit to brokers is that the later calendar occurrence will allow breeders to present fully completed programs immediately before their extensive summer travels begin, rather than in the middle of a previous season.