The ECHO® International Agriculture Conference

Why Attend?

Welcome to the Annual ECHO International Agriculture Conference

Join us for three days of inspiration, collaboration, and actionable learning at the ECHO International Agriculture Conference, taking place November 11–13 in Fort Myers, Florida.

This premier gathering brings together practitioners, researchers, and educators dedicated to eradicating hunger and improving lives through sustainable agriculture and community development. Through engaging plenary speakers, breakout sessions, and hands-on workshops, you'll explore practical strategies and pathways to flourishing for communities facing food insecurity around the world.

Highlights include:

  • Inspiring stories of agricultural challenges and triumphs
  • Transferrable principles for real-world impact
  • Meaningful connections with like-minded global changemakers

Come celebrate over 30 years of networking and learning together. Let's cultivate hope, share knowledge, and create pathways to flourishing—together.

When
Tuesday - Thursday November 11-13, 2025

Optional post-conference opportunities are available on Friday, November 14. When registering, you can select an additional day as an 'add-on' to extend your experience. These hands-on sessions will take place at ECHO's Impact Center and offer valuable learning opportunities. Details for each post-conference option can be viewed during checkout.

Where
Fort Myers, Florida ECHO Global Farm & Crowne Plaza Fort Myers Gulf Coast Hotel
Register For The Conference
32nd Annual Event
Rev. Dr. Ben Lowe photo
Rev. Dr. Ben Lowe

Executive Director

A Rocha USA
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Dr. Sarah Bush

Assistant Professor of Agricultural Leadership Education
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Gabe LePage

Masters of Environmental Management
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Daphne Fowler

Global Impact Director

One Day’s Wages
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Roy Danford

Master in Tropical Agronomy
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Paul Noren

Agroforestry Specialist
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Robert Sanou

Director, ECHO West Africa
Join the Event Registration fees do not include lodging.

International Guests: Please do not register if you do not yet have a visa to come to the United States. 

For visa applicants, scholarships, and student discounts please email conference@echonet.org for further instructions.

One-Day Pass

$ 175

Lodging not included.

Buy A Day Pass

Attend Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday

  • Morning Plenary Sessions Yes
  • Lunch Yes
  • Afternoon Workshops Yes
  • Evening SessionsYes

Conference Registration

$ 420

Lodging not included.

Early Bird Discount until August 1st

Register Today
  • Morning Plenary Sessions Yes
  • Lunches Yes
  • Afternoon Workshops Yes
  • Evening SessionsYes
  • Conference ResourcesYes
  • Closing CelebrationYes

Spouse Registration

$ 275

Lodging not included.

Join your spouse for the full conference experience!

  • Morning Plenary Sessions Yes
  • Lunches Yes
  • Afternoon Workshops Yes
  • Evening SessionsYes
  • Conference ResourcesYes
  • Closing CelebrationYes
Additional Learning

We are offering two post-conference workshops this year, providing an opportunity to take a deeper dive into topics of interest. This year, we are offering a workshop on Farming God's Way, and another on Animal Husbandry. You can add these to your registration as a "ticket add-on," so keep an eye out for this when you register! Both these workshops are offered on Friday, so be sure to have this in mind when you finalize lodging arrangements.

Lodging

Conveniently located near the ECHO Global Farm, the Crowne Plaza Ft. Myers Gulf Coast Hotel hosts morning plenary sessions and evening breakout sessions. Lunch (provided by ECHO) and afternoon workshops take place at the ECHO Global Farm.

Please note that the conference registration fee does not include your hotel stay, and you will need to book your room directly through the hotel. To book a reservation for the ECHO Conference at the Crowne Plaza Ft. Myers Gulf Coast please follow the booking link, enter your dates or call reservations at 855-639-8440 and ask for ECHO Conference group rate or mention group code ECH.

Crowne Plaza Ft. Myers Gulf Coast Hotel

9931 Interstate Commerce Drive

Call 855-639-8440 and mention the code "ECH" to get the event rate

Book Your Hotel Room Online

Hotel Information

The conference hotel offers comfortable accommodations with complimentary breakfast and convenient access to conference activities.

Group Rate: Mention code "ECH" when booking to receive the conference rate.

Transportation

Transportation is provided from the Crowne Plaza Gulf Coast Hotel to and from ECHO's Global Farm each day. If you have your own vehicle, you are welcome to drive yourself.

Conference Locations

Hotel: Crowne Plaza Ft. Myers Gulf Coast Hotel

9931 Interstate Commerce Drive, Fort Myers, FL

Farm: ECHO Global Farm

Directions To The Hotel
Directions To The Farm

Arrival By Car

The conference hotel is located at the Alico Road exit (128) on I-75.

Arrival by Plane

The hotel offers complimentary transportation to and from the Fort Myers airport. We highly recommend that you book all travel to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW).

There are several large international airports within 2-4 hours drive from the conference including Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Miami (MIA), Tampa (TPA), and Orlando (MCO). We do not recommend flying into these airports unless you can arrange your own transportation to Fort Myers, as we are unable to assist with airport transportation to these airports. You may be able to share a ride with another delegate.

International Travelers Info
Food & Drink

Breakfast

If you are a paying guest at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers Gulf Coast Hotel, breakfast is included.

Lunch

Lunch is provided each day at the ECHO® Global Farm.

Dinner

Thursday's evening conference celebration is included in your conference registration Please plan to make your own dinner arrangements on Tuesday and Wednesday evening.

There are many restaurants within a short complementary shuttle ride or walking distance of the conference hotel. Below we have provided some resources if you are looking for a place to eat:

Gulf Coast Town Center Directory


The resources and networking opportunities that make the ECHO International Agriculture Conference unique are available year-round through ECHOcommunity.org

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Attendee Profile List

Let other attendees know who you are, where you work, and projects and interests. Find and connect with other delegates who may be working in your geographic or interest area.

Community Board

Connect with other delegates through discussion of important topics. Ask and respond to questions, and connect with Conference administrators.

Virtual Meet

Connect one-on-one with a delegate through the Virtual Meet option. Suggest a meeting with someone who you want to get to know more and directly connect through the app.

Utilize the Community Board and Attendee Profile and identify people that you want to follow up with.

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