World Processing Tomato Congress 2028: where to stay in Avignon

The World Processing Tomato Congress returns to Avignon in 2028 as the flagship gathering for the entire processing tomato value chain. Growers, processors, equipment suppliers and retail buyers meet over four days to review market conditions, field innovation and tightening sustainability requirements. Sessions mix keynote presentations with smaller working groups and bilateral meetings. Recurring topics cover raw material quality, water management, resistant varieties, line automation and food traceability. Delegates also get regional crop volume reports, a key input for teams planning annual procurement. Holding the congress at the Palais des Papes adds a distinctive appeal: attendees can pair working sessions with stays in Avignon's historic centre, within easy reach of Avignon TGV station and Marseille airport. The setting makes it straightforward to combine business days with time in Provence. The event is driven by the World Processing Tomato Council (WPTC) with support from the International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS), and typically draws strong delegations from Europe, the Americas and the Middle East.