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Hear directly from Atlanta FED president Raphael Bostic as he shares insights into the forces shaping economic policy and their specific implications for the agricultural economy. The interview will explore key economic trends, the outlook for interest rates and what they mean for farming operations and your bottom line.

Stefan Soloviev runs one of the nation's largest privately held grain and transportation operations.  Since reviving the Colorado Pacific and Colorado Pacific Rio Grande Railroad, Soloviev and his team at WESKAN GRAIN are working to bring forward new options for farmers and build a better future.

Join us to recognize outstanding producers in the agriculture industry. Find out more about Top Producer Awards here.

Dinner: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Live Awards Banquet - 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Top Producer of the Year Award Sponsored by:  BASF and FENDT
Next Gen Award Sponsored by Pioneer and FENDT

Chief executives across food and agriculture share real-life examples in how they took the bull by the horns to find opportunities in times of stress, applied creativity to lead their companies to success, and their outlook on opportunties and challenges in the agriculture sector in 2026 and beyond.

Recent weather extremes have underscored the need for flexible operations and improved forecasts. Cutting-edge developments in AI (Artificial Intelligence) forecasts open new opportunities for meteorologists and growers alike. In this talk, we will discuss the major weather and climate stories of 2025 while looking ahead to the new growing season in 2026. To achieve this, the audience will learn the seasonal influences of El Niño, La Niña, and other critical climate drivers. We’ll discuss the chances for late frost, severe weather, and how the spring pattern may shape planting windows. I’ll demonstrate how AI is transforming how we predict the weather, with new models powering more accurate and timely forecasts that help mitigate risks on the farm.

Interest rates are high. Stable-to-increasing farmland values are facing off with tightness in inventory. Learn how to assess each opportunity and look beyond your common understanding of how, when and why to buy land. This asset is measured in acres but it's effect on your balance sheet, bottom line and control over your business is greater than just that.

Transform your decision-making process. Maybe you think in times like these you should hunker down and weather the economic storm. But you're wrong. Hear from other producers about how they've seized on the opporunities, no matter how hard the decision, and end up feeling good about making the tough call.

Fertilizer markets have become one of the biggest wild cards in farm profitability. Supply disruptions, currency swings, trade policies, and energy prices continue to ripple through the global system — and American farmers are feeling the impact in every ton they buy. Join a dynamic conversation connecting the dots between global market forces and on-farm fertilizer costs. From geopolitics to natural gas prices and shipping constraints, our experts unpack what’s really driving fertilizer volatility — and how you can better time, plan, and budget your nutrient strategies for 2026 and beyond.

With major policy changes, there are implications for every farm and ranch business. The Farm CPA has been tracking the latest in tax policy and government programs. Get a firm understanding of what you should factor into your farm business and potential tax implications.

Speaker: Chip Flory, Host, AgriTalk

Emerging pests and diseases represent one of the biggest challenges facing American agriculture and our global food systems today. This session, based on new research from Farm Journal Foundation, will break down the impacts of pest and disease risks, including on-farm income, trade, biosecurity, and more. This session will also look at policy-driven solutions for economic and financial sustainability in the midst of these threats.

Instead of being on the hamster wheel of managing good years with tax incentives on capital purchases, there are other ways farmers can invest for when there are rainy (or hail) days. Policy has the potential to redefine risk management tools for farmers. This includes tax-deferred savings accounts, which farmers can invest pre-tax dollars, and be ready for when the next crop destructing storm comes.

As global demand for protein evolves, so do the challenges and opportunities for U.S. producers. This session examines the forces shaping international trade, consumer trends, and supply dynamics across beef, pork, and poultry. Industry analysts and market experts will share insights on where growth is occurring, what risks to watch, and how producers can stay competitive in the shifting global protein landscape.

AgLaunch presents the innovators who are looking to bring new solutions to the industry with a farmer-centric model. These two unique rounds of pitches are a capstone for these entrepenuers who are looking for farmer input and investment.  Attendees will vote on their top choice. 

Explore the rapidly evolving landscape of alternative lending options for American producers. As traditional bank financing becomes harder to access for many farmers—especially small and beginning operations—innovative models such as agri-fintech platforms, peer-to-peer lending, crowdfunding, supplier credit, and community-based microfinance are filling the gap. Industry leaders, lenders, ag tech entrepreneurs, and farmers will share their experiences with these new financing tools, discuss the benefits and challenges, and examine how technology and partnerships are reshaping access to capital in rural America. The discussion will spotlight success stories, risk considerations, and the potential for these models to scale, while also addressing regulatory and educational needs. Attendees will gain insights into what’s working, what’s next, and how to connect with alternative financing opportunities for their own agricultural ventures.

Speaker: Chip Flory, Host, AgriTalk

Farm Journal reveals its first Ag Economists Monthly Monitor of 2026, a survey of the nation's top agriculural economists. The results will focus on what producers should expect in 2026 and what economic challenges and opportunities will exist in the coming year.

Join us on Broadway at Jon Bon Jovi Bar! Drinks included for all registered attendees. MUST wear your name badge for entrance to the venue and have valid ID to enter. Only those over 21 allowed.

Global competition is accelerating, and the landscape for agricultural trade is shifting fast. Producers are navigating new pressures and opportunities as markets worldwide evolve. Hear from experts who work directly in global trade about what’s changing and what it could mean for your operation.

Difficult topics, such as farmer suicide, are hard to confront but demand our attention. Hard times are trying times. Hear from farm families who have lost a loved one and people in agriculture on the front-lines trying to support them. This is a moment for the Top Producer family to not just better understand one of our industry's biggest threats, but also to find a way to help.

Hear from other farmers’ who have structured their farm team with long-term vision. In some cases this meant creating space for younger generations, focusing on leadership development, bringing in non-family members, and creating “chairman of the board roles.”