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Events
We have events both virtually and in-person, at several locations in Nebraska and Iowa. Check out the latest below.

Upcoming Events

From small business trainings to beginning farmer learning circles to town hall events with lawmakers and more, we strive to connect you with resources and peers across rural communities.

Jan
07
Nebraska producers, get guidance through essential topics to help scale your operations for grocery sales. From effective sales strategies to packaging, marketing techniques, and networking opportunities, you will learn what you need to level up your business.
  • Small Towns
  • Farm and Food
Jan
10
If your Conservation Reserve Program contract is nearing expiration, there are options you can consider that offer opportunities and incentives to letting others farm your acres under good conservation practices.
  • Farm and Food
  • Policy
Jan
10
The Practical Farmers of Iowa annual conference celebrates agriculture in Iowa by sharing knowledge, building connections, and good food. With more than 1,000 attendees, farmer-led sessions, and over 90 exhibitors, participants will feel a sense of curiosity and community.
  • Small Towns
  • Farm and Food
Jan
14
Aprenda como manejar las finanzas de su negocio de manera efectiva tomando decisiones informadas y obteniendo las respuestas que necesita. Te daremos herramientas para hacer las preguntas correctas a su contador y evitar errores fiscales.
  • Lending
Jan
17
Take a trip and visit three rural grocery stores and one local food store in Southwest Iowa and learn about the challenges rural grocery stores face and why they are vital to keeping communities healthy and vibrant.
  • Small Towns
Jan
31
The Nebraska Sustainable Agriculture Society Annual Healthy Farms Conference provides you with information on sustainable ag production, business, and marketing tools. You also have the opportunity to connect with other agricultural leaders.
  • Farm and Food
Feb
24
If you are a military vet and are interested in agriculture, join this 11-session series where you will learn about different types of U-Pick farm locations through agrotourism. You will hear from experienced farmers and farm leaders about the ins and outs of a U-Pick farm operation and challenges they have faced.
  • Farm and Food