Welcome to Santa Fe, New Mexico!

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The New Mexico State University Veterinary Entomology Research Laboratory is delighted to welcome you all to the 68th Annual Meeting of the Livestock Insect Worker’s Conference in historic Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Santa Fe is renowned for its rich culture, art, cuisine, and natural beauty. From the world-famous Santa Fe Plaza and Canyon Road art district to hiking trails, museums, local breweries, and vibrant markets, the city offers something memorable for every visitor.

Our venue for this year’s meeting will be La Fonda on the Plaza, a historic hotel reflecting Santa Fe’s deep cultural heritage located directly on the central Plaza. We look forward to exploring the latest advancements in livestock entomology, sharing insights across our groups, and fostering new collaborations that will help shape the future of our discipline. We are eager to learn about the research each of you has conducted over the past year.

The conference will begin with a welcome reception on Sunday evening, June 28th, in the Santa Fe Room located on the ground level of La Fonda. Attendees can enjoy light appetizers, beverages, and the warm, artistic charm the city and the hotel are known for. This private event offers a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, meet new attendees, and experience a taste of Santa Fe culture.

Presentations will take place all day Monday, and half days on Tuesday and Wednesday in the New Mexico and Portal Room of La Fonda. In keeping with LIWC tradition, Tuesday afternoon will be free for everyone to explore Santa Fe. Whether you spend time visiting museums, strolling the Plaza, discovering local shops, or savoring New Mexican cuisine, you’ll find that Santa Fe is full of unique experiences—no long travel required!

Our annual banquet, celebrating student travel award recipients as well as our Lifetime Achievement and Industry Award honorees, will be held Tuesday evening, June 30th, in the La Terraza & Garden Terrace rooms located on the top floor of La Fonda.

The conference will conclude Wednesday morning with the business meeting, where we will also hear more about LIWC 2027.

 

Sincerely,

The Local Arrangements Committee Brandon G. Smythe and Luisa Oroz