The International Phalaenopsis Alliance
presents
The Sixteenth Phalaenopsis Symposium
July 9 - 10th, 2010
at the
Hilton Airport Hotel, Ontario, California

Ontario, California, welcomes the Sixteenth IPA Phalaenopsis Symposium

Here is your invitation to join other members of the International Phalaenopsis Alliance in exploring the future of the genus Phalaenopsis at the Sixteenth Phalaenopsis Symposium.  The action takes place from July 9 - 10th, 2010, at the Hilton Ontario Airport Hotel, Ontario, California.  (Your stay will qualify for Hilton Honors Points.)

This Symposium will address timely topics and much more in a series of lectures and workshops.  Mark your calendar, and register now to attend this extraordinary event dedicated to the Phalaenopsis orchid

Whether you are a novice, intermediate or advanced grower, here is why the Symposium is a must;

• Learn the future trends in Phalaenopsis hybridizing

• Discover how to use science to produce higher quality plants

• Learn how judges are evaluating some of the newest directions in breeding

• Get the answers to all your Phalaenopsis culture questions

Have the opportunity to see and purchase the newest and best in breeding from top commercial vendors in the US and abroad in our Symposium sales area

Come and hear the speakers:

• Mr. Kuo-Liang Hung of Tying Shin Orchid Nursery, Taiwan, is the Keynote Speaker:

"Hot, Hot, Hot - New & colorful Breeding Directions"

• Norman Fang of Norman's Orchids:

"The Changing Face of Moss Culture:  Tips for Success"

• Ron McHatton, PhD, Director of Education and Chief Operating Officer, American Orchid Society:

"New Approaches to Pest and Disease Control"

• Growing under lights or on windowsills

• Judging Phalaenopsis, with a special focus on the newest lines of breeding

• Hybridizing techniques for prediction of results from specific parents

• Advanced culture:  Current state-of-the-art techniques, with a focus on greenhouse culture

View a display of some of the newest and best in the genus Phalaenopsis:
You will see a myriad of colors and much more in a display of Phalaenopsis and other orchids.  Everyone attending the Symposium is invited to enter plants for Ribbon Judging, IPA trophies and AOS Judging.  Plant entry is on Friday morning and early afternoon, with ribbon and American Orchid Society judging to take place beginning mid-afternoon.

Attend the Preview Reception Friday night and Silent Auction of orchid products: 
Attend the Friday evening reception with an opportunity to meet our speakers and have first crack at the sales tables.  Mingle with all the participants in a festive atmosphere with heavy hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar;  place your bid on  a variety of Silent Auction items generously donated by orchid nurseries and enthusiasts.

Plus IPA live auction:
The IPA will host a live auction of select plants after the Saturday Recognition luncheon.  Proceeds will support key IPA projects, notably the Color Fund for the IPA Journal "Phalaenopsis".  Select donations gladly accepted.

or visit us on the Internet at
www.phal.org