2024 Minnesota Ag & Food Summit Hosted by AgriGrowth

Registration is now open for the 2024 Minnesota Ag & Food Summit!

*Pre-conference Reception at Brit's Pub will held on November 6, 2024 from 4:30 - 7:30 PM, and is a separate ticketed event.

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‍Thursday, November 7, 2024
 

8:00a.m.        Registration and Engaging Breakfast
 
9:00 a.m.        Welcome and Summit Kick-off
 
Unpacking the Ag and Food Impact on Minnesota’s Economy

Attendees will learn the latest economic trends from AgriGrowth’s yet-to-be-released economic impact study highlighting agriculture and food’s important contribution to Minnesota’s economy.Presenters will share the latest data and trends and how Minnesota compares to its neighbors.

 
Minnesota’s Current Trajectory for Agriculture and Food
Dr. Michael Swanson, senior vice president & chief agricultural economist at the Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute, will discuss how Minnesota stacks up against our Midwest neighbors and how we can make our state more competitive. Why is Minnesota’s ag and food economy falling behind, and are state policies hindering key opportunities for agriculture and food? 
 
Research &Data-Driven: Putting Minnesota Agriculture Back on the Right Path
Newly inaugurated University of Minnesota President Dr. Rebecca Cunningham will share her unique perspective on reinforcing Minnesota’s role as a global leader in agriculture and food manufacturing and how the University of Minnesota can be a vital partner in economic development, research, and development. 
 
Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Helping Minnesota’s Farm Economy Take Off
Panelists from the farm, energy, and transportation sectors will share their perspectives on how sustainable aviation fuel and the next generation of biofuels can jump start Minnesota’s farm economy.  
 
12:00 p.m.     Networking Lunch
 
Recognition of Minnesota’s Young Farm Leaders
 
Distinguished Service Award Presentation
 
Keynote Speaker
 
Making Agriculture Bipartisan Again
Everything we do is now shaded in hues of red and blue. A panel of state leaders will share their unique perspectives on how we can make agriculture bipartisan again.
 
2:30 p.m.        Closing Remarks and Adjourn

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                                                                                                Thank you to our summit sponsors!

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