The Plant and Animal Genome Conference is designed to provide a forum on recent developments and future plans for plant & animal genome projects. Consisting of technical presentations, poster sessions, exhibits and workshops, the conference is an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas, and applications on this internationally important project.
Full Conference / Early Registration
Prices are for Early Registration, which ends October 31, 2026 and prices will rise.
Available Discounts / Financial Support
Registrations up through and including October 31, 2026. are at a discounted rate. After this date, Standard Registration rates will apply and prices will increase.
Weekend Only / Early Registration
Prices are for Early Registration, which ends October 31, 2026 and prices will rise.
Includes:
- Access to all Workshops, Industry Workshops, and Digital Tools and Resources Sessions scheduled Friday through Sunday
- Access to the Sunday Plenary Session
- Access to the Exhibit Hall and Poster Area (Sunday)
- 2 Days Continental Breakfast (Saturday and Sunday)
- 3 Days Lunch (Friday through Sunday)
- 3 Days Morning and Afternoon Coffee Breaks (Friday through Sunday)
- Opening Welcome Reception (Sunday)
Attendees registering as Weekend Only are NOT eligible to submit a poster abstract.
Exhibits-Only Guest Badges
A limited number of complimentary Exhibits-Only Guest badges are available onsite. They provide the bearer access to the Exhibit Hall to view Exhibits and Poster Gallery. They do not include access to any of the scientific sessions, workshops, plenary talks, or events.
Exhibits-Only Guest Badges which include entry to the Sunday night Welcome Reception are also available, for $100. Please purchase onsite at the registration kisoks.
Exhibits-Only Guest Badges are intended for guests of exhibitors. Exhibitor booth staff, and employees of current exhibitors are not eligible for these badges and must purchase Exhibitor Badges.
Registration and Badge Pickup
Attendees may register for the conference either online or onsite. Payment methods include credit card, check, or wire transfer.
Attendees who have registered online may pickup their badge onsite at the registration kisoks located in the Atlas Foyer, then procceed to the bag pickup area to collect their badge holder, lanyard, and show materials.
Attendees who wish to register onsite can do so via the self-serve kiosks in the Atlas Foyer. Representatives will be available to assist you.
Special Needs
Special Diets
Those who have special dietary needs (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher) should contact Darrin Scherago
Nursing Mothers
We will have a Lactation Room on site. Please contact Darrin Scherago
Childcare Services
We’ve partnered with Sitterwise to offer onsite childcare for attendees. Their insured, professional babysitters can come directly to your hotel, including the Town and Country or most city hotels Enjoy a discounted rate of $15/hour for up to two children—a 50% savings! Book at the Sitterwise website and mention you’re a PAG attendee to secure this special rate.
Accessibility
Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, PAG will provide you with any required specific aids or services for the conference. Please contact Darrin Scherago
Payment and Cancellation
For PAG payment and cancellation policies please click the link below. Please contact us at
- Attendees may register for the conference either online or onsite.
- Payment methods include credit card, check, or wire transfer (in USD). We do not accept foreign currency.
- Discounted Early Registration rates are only available online and valid athrough October 31, 2026. After that date prices will incease.
- All payment for Early Registration pricing must be be received in full by November 30, 2026 (including checks and wired funds). After that date Standard Registration rates will apply.
- All checks and wire transfers must be paid in full by December 15, 2026, or the registration will be cancelled.
- If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration. Contact us at
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and include the name and affiliation of your replacement and we will amend the registration details and badge. - To receive a cancellation refund in the form of the original payment, requests must be received in writing to
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by October 15, 2026. After that date, credits for a future PAG meeting will be issued. There is a $50 processing fee for all refunds.
Onsite Registration Hours | ||
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Thursday | January 8 | 5:00pm - 7:00pm |
Friday | January 9 | 7:30am - 8:00pm |
Saturday | January 10 | 7:30am - 5:00pm |
Sunday | January 11 | 7:30am - 5:00pm |
Monday | January 12 | 7:30am - 5:00pm |
Tuesday | January 13 | 7:30am - 3:00pm |
PAG Australia 2028
