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SUMMARY:Student Day at the 2026 CPM Short Course and MCPR Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:Student Day gives high school and postsecondary students an opportunity to explore careers in crop production\, agronomy and agricultural retail while connecting directly with industry professionals. \nStudents will hear from agricultural professionals about their career paths\, the challenges facing the industry and the technologies shaping its future. They will also explore the MCPR Trade Show\, where they can meet agricultural retailers\, suppliers and innovators and learn about the wide range of careers supporting modern crop production. \nThis hands-on career exploration experience is designed to help students connect their classroom learning and interests with educational pathways and careers across agriculture. \nDate: Thursday\, December 10\, 2026Time: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Location: Hilton Minneapolis\, Minneapolis\, MinnesotaAudience: High school and postsecondary students \nLearn More About Student Day
URL:https://agcentric.org/event/student-day-at-the-2026-cpm-short-course-and-mcpr-trade-show/
LOCATION:Hilton Minneapolis\, 1001 S. Marquette Ave.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Educators,For Professionals,For Students,Workshops
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SUMMARY:2026 Ag Webcast with Dr. David Kohl
DESCRIPTION:Gain timely insight into the agricultural economy during this annual webcast featuring Dr. David Kohl\, professor emeritus of agricultural and applied economics at Virginia Tech. \nDr. Kohl will examine global and domestic economic trends\, emerging challenges and potential opportunities affecting farmers\, agricultural lenders and rural businesses. The discussion will also highlight practical business and financial principles that can help agricultural operations navigate changing conditions and improve their likelihood of long-term success. \nThis annual educational event is presented through a partnership between the Minnesota Bankers Association\, AgCentric\, the Southern Minnesota Center of Agriculture and Minnesota State. \nDate: Monday\, December 21\, 2026Time: Noon–1:00 p.m.Format: Live webinarRegistration: $200 per person \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://agcentric.org/event/2026-ag-webcast-with-dr-david-kohl/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Farm Business Management,For Educators,For Professionals,For Students,Virtual Events,Workshops
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SUMMARY:2027 Post-Secondary Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join post-secondary agriculture\, food and natural resources educators from across Minnesota for an afternoon of inspiration\, collaboration and connection at the 2027 Post-Secondary Summit. \nHeld Friday\, January 15\, 2027\, in conjunction with the Minnesota Association of Agricultural Educators Winter Ag Tech Conference\, the Summit brings together faculty\, instructors\, advisors\, program leaders and partners who help shape AFNR education throughout the state. \nKeynote Speaker: Mark C. Perna\nThis year’s keynote speaker is Mark C. Perna\, a nationally recognized generational and performance expert\, bestselling author and leading voice in education and workforce development. \nPerna has devoted his career to helping educators and employers understand\, connect with and motivate younger generations. His practical and inspiring message explores how education with purpose can lead to employment with passion\, helping young people recognize the connection between their education\, career goals and desired lifestyle. \nHe is the author of the award-winning bestseller Answering Why: Unleashing Passion\, Purpose\, and Performance in Younger Generations and founder of the national Education with Purpose & Employment with Passion movement. His work connects education\, employment and economic development to help communities strengthen career pathways and prepare young people for a changing workforce. Learn more about Mark C. Perna. \nIn addition to the keynote\, Summit participants will have opportunities to exchange ideas\, discuss shared challenges and explore ways to strengthen AFNR programs and career pathways throughout Minnesota. \nWhether you teach\, advise students\, develop curriculum\, lead a program or build education and industry partnerships\, the Post-Secondary Summit offers relevant ideas and statewide connections to support your work. \nEvent Details\nFriday\, January 15\, 2027Best Western Plus Kelly InnSt. Cloud\, Minnesota \nAdditional schedule and registration information will be announced soon. \nReverse College Fair\nPost-secondary institutions are also invited to participate in the Reverse College Fair held in conjunction with the MAAE Winter Ag Tech Conference. The fair gives colleges and universities an opportunity to showcase their AFNR programs directly to Minnesota agriculture teachers\, answer questions and build connections that can help educators guide students toward post-secondary opportunities. \nThe Post-Secondary Summit is presented in partnership with the Minnesota State Agricultural Centers of Excellence\, the University of Minnesota College of Food\, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences\, the University of Minnesota Crookston and the Minnesota Association of Agricultural Educators.
URL:https://agcentric.org/event/2027-post-secondary-summit/
LOCATION:Best Western Kelly Inn Plus\, 100 4th Ave. S.\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Educators,For Professionals,Workshops
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