There are still a few places up for grabs on the Under 40s Fruit Growers Conference 2003.

The event will take place on February 5-9, in Bologna, Italy, and is open to fruit growers and representatives of associated companies.

As well as a wide range of speakers, topics and seminar activities, the conference includes field trips to Italian growers and packhouses – giving UK growers the opportunity to experience the ways of the industry in another country.

Delegates will leave Stansted on February 5 and spend four nights in Italy. There will also be free time to explore Bologna and a gala dinner on the Saturday evening.

The price per delegate is £195, which includes flights, accommodation, access to all activities and most meals.

The Journal is the major sponsor of the event and features on all other main sponsors will appear throughout January.