Meeting Highlights
Registration and Posters Setup
March 9, 2026; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET
Graduate Student Graduate Research Competition
Monday, March 9, 2026; 8:15 AM – 11:45 AM and 2:00 PM – 4:45 PM ET
Tune in for the highly anticipated Graduate Student Research Competition!
Graduate Student Poster Competition
Monday March 9, 2026; 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM ET
Posters can be set up by Monday morning (9.45–10.15 AM) and will be available for viewing throughout the meeting.
Careers 101: CVs 101 Workshop
Monday, March 9, 2026; 12:00 PM - 1:45 PM ET; Cost: FREE (registration required)
The curriculum vitae is an essential to every job application, but format and organization can vary by position. Whether applying for a job in academia, industry, or government, a professional CV is critical. This workshop will provide students and early career professionals with experience in creating and tailoring CVs for each position type. Breakout sessions will provide opportunities for small group discussions and activities.
Registration by February 13, 2026, is required to participate in this workshop.
For more information about this event, please contact: Nicole Gauthier (ngauthier@uky.edu)
Grad Student/Post-Doc Business Meeting & Networking
Tuesday, March 9, 2026; 5:00 PM ET – 5:45 PM ET; Cost: FREE (registration required)
Get to know your fellow graduate students and post-docs and discuss the role and future goals of graduate students and postdocs within the Division. Be sure to join in to learn the results of the Graduate Student Representative election and meet your new Graduate Student Representative!
Registration by February 13, 2026, is required to participate in this event.
Networking Event
March 9, 2026; 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM ET
Welcome Reception and Poster Viewing. Included in registration fee, but
add to your registration if you plan on attending.
Symposium: Systems Approach in Agro-ecosystem
Tuesday, March 10, 2026; 8:15 AM – 9:45 AM ET
Join us for a symposium about the strength of systems approach in solving critical issues in agriculture focusing on economically important diseases.
Industry Symposium
Tuesday, March 10, 2026; 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM ET
Join us for the industry symposium to thank our sponsors.
Business Meeting
Tuesday, March 10, 2026; 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM ET
Join the official business meeting led by the SD-APS Executive Committees to review the Division business and hear an update from APS Council.
Oral Technical Session
Tuesday, March 10, 2026; 1:45 PM – 5:00 PM ET
The scientific program continues with oral presentations from membership throughout the Southern Division!
Awards Banquet
Tuesday, March 10, 2026; 6:00 PM ET – 8:00 PM ET
Enjoy an evening of food and drink with your friends and colleagues. Winners of the competitions and awards will all be recognized. You don't want to miss out on this yearly tradition. Included in registration fee.
Add to your registration if you plan on attending.
Field Tour
Wednesday, March 11, 2026; 9:00AM – 1:45 PM ET; Cost: $25 (registration required)
Take a ride to the Commercial Plant Production Units and UGA-field facilities to see some of the exciting field research happening in Georgia.
Registration, by February 13, 2026, is required to participate in this event.
