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© 2008 Missouri Farm Publishing Inc.
14th National Small Farm Trade Show & Conference
sponsored by Small Farm Today® magazine
November 2-4, 2006

Exhibitor Information

Description  This is the largest annual small farm show in the United States (and bigger every year!). Last year, almost 4,400 people attended for ideas and information on both traditional and alternative income opportunities for the family farm. This is a great opportunity to reach new customers.
 
Theme  This year’s theme is Be Different: Think Different, Manage Different, and Profit Different from New, Sustainable, and Innovative Ways to Farm. We encourage exhibitors to bring value-added products to sell as holiday gifts. In addition to our regular advertising, we will target audiences who might be interested in attending the trade show to buy gifts for Christmas, Thanksgiving, etc.
 
Location
&
Directions
 
The Show takes place in the heated exhibition hall at the Boone County Fairgrounds on U.S. Highway 63, three miles north of I-70 (exit 128A&, Oakland Gravel Road). Turn east at the exit and follow fairground signs.
 
Exhibiting
&
Show Hours
 
Thursday,  Nov 2 –  8 am-7 pm 
Friday,  Nov 3 –  8 am-7 pm 
Saturday,  Nov 4 –  8 am-6 pm 
  Exhibitors check in at the registration desk.

Exhibit
Setup
 
Wednesday, November 1, from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Vehicles used to transport supplies must be moved to the designated parking area after unloading. Forklifts are available from the fairground management for a fee.

Exhibit
Breakdown
 
Exhibits may be removed starting at 6:00 pm on Saturday. Please do not move out before 6:00 pm, so it will not disturb the seminars and short courses. No forklifts or vehicles will be allowed in the building before 6:00 pm. Arrangements can be made to remove exhibits on Sunday or Monday.

Exhibit Booths  All booths in the main building are heated—the barn booths are not. Booth includes one table, two chairs, one–line booth sign, back and side drapes (except on dirt floor), exhibitor badges. For additional needs, such as table covers or skirts, call 800-633-2535. For a contract and map of available booths, call 800-633-2535.
Booth Fee  $250 per booth if paid in full/postmarked by May 31, 2006
$295 per booth if paid on or after June 1, 2006
$50 per booth if with ALBC (booths 236-256)
$60 to reserve a Table Top Display space (Ship materials to arrive at SFT by October 20-30, 2006. Excess materials cannot be returned.)
10% discount for two or more booths 
A booth includes one table, two chairs, one-line booth sign, back and side drapes (except on dirt floor), and exhibitor badges.

Payment must accompany application. Space will be reserved in order of receipt of payment. If booth(s) specified in application are not available, show management will determine location.

Additional
Needs
 
Special tables, table covers, and other items are the responsibility of the exhibitor and may be ordered in advance from Page & Brown Convention Services. A representative of Page & Brown will be present during setup to help with your needs.

Booth
Cancellation
 
No cash refunds will be issued. Credit may be arranged. No refunds of any kind will be issued on or after October 1, 2006.

Animal
Exhibits
 
Animals being exhibited will have necessary health papers, test, and immunizations. Exhibitors are responsible for ensuring that animals are secure. Cattle panels will be available for pens. Exhibitors must bring any special equipment (e.g., cages, halters). All animals must remain in pens at all times.

Security  Security will be provided at night, from Wednesday night through the duration of the Show. You will need to cover or otherwise secure your booth when it is not manned.

If you have special needs, check with Show management.

Insurance  Exhibitors must have a comprehensive general liability insurance policy which will provide protection and coverage for the duration of the Show, including move-in and move-out. Coverage and limits should be sufficient to insure against liability for personal injury or death, property damage, or other losses.

Booth # Location Size (WxD) Type
1-81 front 10’ x 8’ concrete floor
82-147 arena 10’ x 8’ concrete floor
201-211 arena 20’ x 20’ concrete floor, large equipment
212-232 arena 20’ x 20’ dirt floor, livestock, equipment overflow
233-235 arena 20’ x 8’ dirt floor, livestock
236-256 arena 10’ x 8’ ALBC livestock

Electricity or decorating questions:

National Small Farm Trade Show
Page & Brown Convention Services 
5744 Chapel Dr
Osage Beach MO 65065
573-348-5176
fax 573-348-5177 
Other exhibit inquiries:

Small Farm Today magazine
3903 W Ridge Trail Rd
Clark MO 65243-9525
800-633-2535
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fax 573-687-3148
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Veterinarian/Health Questions:
573-682-3312

Advertising:

There Discounts apply if both Directory and Program ads are taken. No other discounts apply.

Trade Show Directory Display Ad
Advertise in the Trade Show Directory in the Sep/Oct issue of Small Farm Today magazine. This issue will be mailed about two months before the show and additional copies will be available at the show.
Size: business card (3 1/2"W x 2"H)
Price: Exhibitors-$120, Non-exhibitors-$150 (normal rate $215)
Complete payment and ad copy due August 1, 2006.

Trade Show Directory Display Ad
This ad will appear in the Program which will be passed out at the Show.

Payment and ad copy must be postmarked by Septmber 30, 2006.

Ad Type Size (WxH) Price Discounted Price for Combined ads
1/4 page
3" x 3 1/2"
$60 $120 directory + $40 program = $160
1/2 page 6 1/4" x 3 1/2" $95 $120 directory + $70 program = $190
full page 6 1/4" x 7 1/4" $135 $120 directory + $100 program = $220

For information about special sponsorship advertising rates, call 800-633-2535.