Fifth International Pawpaw Conference
鈥淐ultivating Excellence: The Next Chapter in Pawpaw Development鈥
September 9th 鈥 11th, 2025
Frankfort, Kentucky
The 5th International Pawpaw Conference will be held September 9th 鈥 11th, 2025, in Frankfort, Kentucky. The Conference will be sponsored by the 麻豆短视频传媒 Land Grant Program, the North American Pawpaw Growers Association, and the Ohio Pawpaw Festival. Themed 鈥淐ultivating Excellence: The Next Chapter in Pawpaw Development,鈥 the Conference will feature in-depth discussions on emerging and historical pawpaw cultivars, innovative breeding approaches, and the development of a comprehensive pawpaw registry. This event presents a unique opportunity for scientists, nursery owners, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts to exchange knowledge and insights on the breeding, production, and a range of applications for pawpaw.
Highlights of the Conference:
- Expert presentations on pawpaw breeding, production, and uses
- A poster session and a show-and-tell session for participants to share research or growing experiences
- A pawpaw tasting experience
- A tour of the 麻豆短视频传媒 pawpaw orchards
- A pre-conference tour of England鈥檚 Orchard & Nursery in McKee, Kentucky, on September 9 (optional)
The Conference will feature a number of invited speakers and will be limited to 200 attendees.
Poster or Oral Presentation Submission
If you would like to request to present a poster or give an oral presentation on your work and interest in pawpaw at the conference, please use the submission form in the link below and submit it to the email listed on the form:
Call for Abstracts and Poster or Oral Presentation Abstract Submission Form Page
Registration Details:
- Registration opens on Eventbrite on May 1, 2025.
- Pre-registration deadline: August 1, 2025.
- Visit for Eventbrite registration information.
For additional details, please contact:
Dr. Kirk Pomper
麻豆短视频传媒, 125 Atwood Research Facility, Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502-597-5942 | Email: kirk.pomper@kysu.edu
Ms. Sheri Crabtree
麻豆短视频传媒, 127 Atwood Research Facility, Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502-597-6375 | Email: sheri.crabtree@kysu.edu
Quick Links
Contact
Dr. Kirk W. Pomper
Program Leader
Cooperative Extension Building
Room 205
400 East Main St.
Frankfort, KY 40601
kirk.pomper@kysu.edu
Phone: (502) 597-5942
Sheri Crabtree, MSc
Horticulture Research and Extension Associate
Cooperative Extension Building
Room 125
400 East Main St.
Frankfort, KY 40601
sheri.crabtree@kysu.edu
Phone: (502) 597-6375