September 9-10, 2026
Hotel Paso Del Norte
El Paso, TX
Registration
Registration is now open! If you have any questions, you can email Kelsey Wallis at info@ilovepecans.org, if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing everyone in El Paso, Texas this year!
Exhibitors
All affiliate members and non-members are encouraged to participate as exhibitors at the upcoming NPSA event. Exhibitor tables will be located directly inside the meeting room, providing an excellent opportunity to connect with attendees throughout the sessions.
Please note that a separate fee is required to reserve a table. There is more information in the packet below.
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
8:00-9:00 AM – NPSA Sub Committee Meetings
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM – NPSA Board Meeting
12:00 – 2:00 PM – Group Lunch
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM – PETC Meeting
5:00 PM – Welcome Reception
If you or your guests are not taking part in these meetings and would like to join a group activity, please email Kelsey Wallis at info@ilovepecans.org to determine interest.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
7:30 – 8:30 AM – Group Breakfast
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Industry Workshop with discussions, forums, subcommittee reports, and industry updates.
- Reports from Technology, Technical, & Innovation/Byproduct Committees
- NPSA Updates & Discussions
- Pecan Export Trade Council (PETC) Update
- Updates & Input with the American Pecan Council & American Pecan Promotion Board
- Updates & Input with the National Pecan Federation
- Vendor Sponsor Presentations
12:00 – 1:00 PM – Group Lunch
1:00 – 5:00 PM – Research Presentations, Market Reports
- Cracking and Processing Research Update – Dr. Beshoy Morkos with University of Georgia
- Value-added, Byproduct, Cold Storage, and Waste-Utilization Work in Pecans – Economics & Commercial-Feasibility Perspective – New Mexico State University
- Pecan Market Report – Dan Zedan
- Other Tree Nuts Report – Evo Soria
- NPSA Pecan Crop Estimate – Chris Harrell
6:00 PM – Group Evening Activity at Top Golf El Paso
*Schedule is subject to change.
Scheduling of Non-NPSA Functions – Please remember that no events are to be scheduled that conflict with official NPSA events. This includes hospitality suites, special breakfasts or dinners, recreational activities, transportation, and similar events. If you would like assistance in scheduling a meeting, please reach out to info@ilovepecans.org.
Hotel
The National Pecan Shellers Association, on behalf of its members, has reserved a block of rooms at Hotel Paso Del Norte, at a discounted group rate.
Booking deadline is August 17, 2026.
Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors
If you would like to be a 2026 sponsor, email info@ilovepecans.org.
TITLE SPONSORS
PREMIUM SPONSORS
Sponsorship
About the National Pecan Shellers Association (NPSA)
The National Pecan Shellers Association’s mission is to support and promote the interests of pecan shellers and the global industry to assure the quality, safety, and integrity of pecan products worldwide. Membership consists of two categories: Active and Affiliate. Active members are engaged in shelling pecans. Companies not engaged in shelling pecans but having an interest in the pecan shelling and processing industry join the association as Affiliate members.
Why Sponsor?
Sponsoring with NPSA allows your company to reach and interact with NPSA members. Sponsorships are available throughout the year and specifically for the Annual Meeting.
What does an Annual Meeting Sponsorship include?
- Inclusion in conference materials and promotion at event
- Title Sponsor level presentation at event
- Recognition through signage and on the NPSA website, and a feature in all NPSA email newsletters for one year
How to become a Sponsor?
Please reach out via email to info@ilovepecans.org to order your sponsorship today. Sponsors can pick an available package, or we can work with you to customize a package to meet your needs.
