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ITRC 2027

Sponsorship Proposal

Integration and Innovation for Sustainable Rice

The event

About ITRC 2027

The International Temperate Rice Conference — ITRC 2027 will bring together in Uruguay, over three days, the leading international players in temperate rice: scientists, researchers, producers, technical advisors, industry, technology providers, financial institutions, authorities and international organizations.

+400International delegates
3Conference days
+1Field day
9thInternational edition

The venue: Punta del Este Convention & Exhibition Center

Punta del Este Convention & Exhibition Center

The event will take place at the Punta del Este Convention & Exhibition Center, one of the most modern and versatile convention centers in the region, located in Punta del Este, one of the most internationally renowned destinations in Latin America. Conceived as a multipurpose complex integrating a Convention Center and an Exhibition Hall, it offers flexible, fully equipped spaces for hosting large-scale congresses, exhibitions and events.

This setting will provide a strategic platform for knowledge exchange, partnership building, the presentation of innovative solutions and the development of business opportunities.

ITRC 2027 will also be a unique opportunity to showcase the Uruguayan rice system to the world, recognized for its productive efficiency, value-chain integration, export quality and commitment to sustainability.

More than a scientific conference, ITRC 2027 will be a meeting point between research, production, technology, financing and business.
The opportunity

Why sponsor ITRC 2027?

Sponsoring ITRC 2027 allows organizations to position themselves before a highly specialized audience with decision-making power within the international rice value chain.

For sponsoring companies, the event represents a concrete opportunity to:

  • Strengthen brand positioning in the international rice sector.
  • Gain direct access to producers, technical advisors, researchers, industries and authorities.
  • Present technologies, products and services to a specialized audience.
  • Build business relationships with strategic players from Uruguay, the region and other temperate rice producing countries.
  • Associate the brand with innovation, sustainability, food security and productive development.
  • Strengthen institutional relationships with public- and private-sector leaders.
  • Take part in one of the most relevant international rice events to be hosted by Uruguay.
Sponsoring ITRC 2027 goes beyond brand visibility: it offers access, positioning and relationships with those who are shaping the future of temperate rice.

Who will participate in ITRC 2027?

More than 400 international delegates are expected, including:

  • Leading rice scientists and researchers.
  • Producers and producer organizations.
  • Rice mills, exporters and related industries.
  • Seed, genetics and biotechnology companies.
  • Crop protection, fertilizer and plant nutrition companies.
  • Irrigation, machinery, digital and precision agriculture providers.
  • Banks, insurance companies and financial institutions.
  • Authorities, regulatory bodies and promotion agencies.
  • International organizations linked to agriculture, sustainability and food security.
  • Consultants, technical experts and sector advisors.

This diversity of profiles makes ITRC 2027 an especially valuable platform for companies seeking to combine technical positioning, business relationships and institutional presence.

Overview

Overview of opportunities

All categories and experiences available, at a glance.

Category Format
Main Sponsor Exclusive Single category · 1 sponsor
Platinum Sponsor Open category
Gold Sponsor Open category
Silver Sponsor Open category
Exhibitor Exhibition space
Bronze Sponsor Open category
Experience sponsorship
Gala Dinner Exclusive Main social event
Welcome Cocktail Exclusive First official networking event
Field Experience (Tour) Technical tours and demonstrations
Coffee Break Per break
Sponsorship opportunities

Sponsorship categories

Main Sponsor

Exclusive category — 1 sponsor

The Main Sponsor will have the highest institutional and commercial visibility of the event, associating its brand with leadership, innovation and the future of temperate rice.

  • Exclusive designation as Main Sponsor of ITRC 2027.
  • Top logo placement in all official event materials.
  • Prominent presence on the website, digital communications, social media, official program and signage.
  • Premium exhibition space of 6 m × 3 m.
  • Corporate video during plenary sessions.
  • Organization of a sponsored technical symposium.
  • Institutional address during the opening or closing ceremony, of up to 3 minutes.
  • Inclusion of promotional material in participant bags.
  • Recognition in post-event communications.
  • Six full conference registrations.
  • Priority access to sponsorship opportunities linked to the Official Rice Harvest Opening Day.

Platinum Sponsor

  • Preferential logo placement.
  • Exhibition stand of 3 m × 3 m.
  • Institutional video during the event.
  • Sponsored technical session or commercial presentation in a dedicated space.
  • Inclusion of promotional material in bags.
  • Recognition during the opening and closing ceremonies.
  • Prominent visibility on the website, email campaigns and social media.
  • Four full registrations.

Gold Sponsor

  • Featured logo in event materials.
  • Exhibition stand of 3 m × 2 m.
  • Presence on event screens.
  • Promotional material in bags.
  • Institutional recognition.
  • Featured mention in digital communications.
  • Three full registrations.

Silver Sponsor

  • Logo on the website, program and screens.
  • Exhibition space of 2 m × 2 m.
  • Distribution of promotional material.
  • Institutional recognition.
  • Two full registrations.

Bronze Sponsor

  • Logo on the website and program.
  • One full registration.
  • Inclusion of promotional material in bags.
  • General recognition as a sponsor.

Exhibitor

  • Exhibition space of 2 m × 2 m.
  • One exhibitor accreditation.
  • Access to networking and exhibition areas.
Experience sponsorship

Key networking moments

Gala Dinner

Exclusive opportunity — 1 sponsor

The Gala Dinner will be the main social and networking event of the conference. It will bring together international delegates, researchers, producers, industry representatives, public authorities and leaders of the rice sector.

  • Exclusive designation as Sponsor of the Gala Dinner.
  • Featured logo in communications associated with the dinner.
  • Recognition on the website, official program, invitations and digital campaigns.
  • Brand visibility on screens during the event.
  • Branding on signage, welcome displays, menus and table centerpieces.
  • Distribution of corporate gifts or promotional materials.
  • Welcome remarks by a company representative, of up to 5 minutes.
  • Corporate video presentation before the start of the dinner, of up to 2 minutes.
  • Formal recognition by the organizers.
  • Reserved corporate table for company guests.
  • Four additional invitations for clients or strategic partners.

Welcome Cocktail

Exclusive opportunity — 1 sponsor

The Welcome Reception will be the first official networking event of ITRC 2027: a strategic opportunity to make a strong first impression on international delegates, authorities, producers, researchers and industry leaders.

  • Exclusive designation as Sponsor of the Welcome Reception.
  • Featured logo in communications associated with the reception.
  • Recognition on the website, official program and event app.
  • Branding on signage, entrances and networking areas.
  • Logo on screens during the reception.
  • Inclusion in promotional emails and social media posts.
  • Opportunity to distribute gifts or promotional materials.
  • Branding on beverage stations and napkins.
  • Formal recognition during the opening of the reception.
  • Welcome remarks by a company representative, of up to 3 minutes.
  • Corporate video or animated logo during the reception, of up to 2 minutes.
  • Up to four additional invitations for clients or strategic partners.

Field Experience (Tour)

A category aimed at companies seeking to associate their brand with the technical, productive and demonstrative component of the field day.

  • Association as Field Experience Sponsor.
  • Brand presence in technical tours, field stations or demonstrations.
  • Branding on plots, technical stations, maps or visit points.
  • Presence in digital communications and materials related to the tour.

Coffee Break

Coffee breaks are high-traffic spaces for informal conversation, ideal for strengthening brand recall and generating direct contact with participants.

  • Designation as sponsor of the corresponding break.
  • Logo presence in the coffee break area.
  • Recognition on the website, official program and event app.
  • Logo on screen during the service.
  • Recognition in announcements related to the break.
  • Opportunity to distribute branded promotional materials or gifts.
  • Branding on beverage stations and napkins.
Historic event

30th Rice Harvest Opening

30 years of history March 5, 2027 · Paso de la Laguna Experimental Station, INIA Treinta y Tres

On March 5, 2027, the Official Rice Harvest Opening will have a historic edition: it will celebrate its 30th anniversary together with the 80th anniversary of the Asociación Cultivadores de Arroz.

The event will take place at the Paso de la Laguna Experimental Station of INIA Treinta y Tres, in the heart of Uruguay’s rice-growing region. On that same day, the conference technical tour will be held, which will include participation in the central activities of the harvest opening.

Since 1997, ACA has organized this event every year, consolidated as one of the sector’s most popular gatherings and a true meeting point for producers, technical advisors, mills, companies and authorities.

Integrated sponsorship packages

Combine and customize your participation. In addition to the standard categories, organizations can create their own package by combining sponsorship opportunities from the ITRC Conference and the Rice Harvest Day program.

This flexible approach allows sponsors to maximize their visibility, target specific audiences and align their investment with their business goals.

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