Inside Food & Ag
Go Beyond the Headlines. Explore the Issues Shaping Agriculture.
Open to anyone interested in learning more about food and agriculture.
Customize Your Event
Build a Unique Experience for Your Team
Agriculture touches every aspect of our lives, yet many of its biggest challenges—and opportunities—happen out of public view.
Inside Food & Ag are specialized workshops that can be custom built for groups or teams interested in stepping outside of the Board Room and into the field to gain in-depth, immersive knowledge about the food and ag sectors. Designed as a professional development opportunity, Inside Food & Ag can focus on a single issue in the sector or provide a deep dive into the sector as a whole. If you’re interested in creating a unique opportunity for your team, contact us to design your event.
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Understand Complex Issues
Explore the trends, innovations, and challenges influencing food and agriculture today.
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Learn From Diverse Perspectives
Hear directly from producers, researchers, business leaders, policymakers, and innovators.
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Leave Better Informed
Gain practical knowledge and new perspectives you can apply in your work and everyday conversations.
Why It Matters
Better Understanding Leads to Better Decisions
Everyone benefits from a strong agricultural sector, and everyone is impacted by food—so everyone deserves the opportunity to learn more about the industry that sustains us all.
Agriculture is facing increasingly complex challenges—from food security and sustainability to technology, trade, workforce development, and public trust.
Understanding these issues requires more than one perspective.
Inside Food & Ag creates opportunities for people from different backgrounds and sectors to learn together, ask thoughtful questions, and explore the opportunities and challenges shaping agriculture.
When people have access to credible information and diverse viewpoints, they are better equipped to make informed decisions and contribute to meaningful conversations about agriculture’s future.
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Education Builds Understanding
Every event is designed to connect people with reliable information, practical insights, and experts who bring real-world experience to today's most important agricultural topics.
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Mission Connection
Inside Food & Ag advances Farm Foundation's mission by building trust and understanding between agriculture and society through education and open dialogue.
Who It's For
Is Inside Food & Ag Right for You?
If you're curious about the future of food and agriculture, this program is for you. Whether you're part of the agricultural industry or simply want to better understand the issues shaping our food system, Inside Food & Ag provides an accessible place to learn.
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Participants Include
- Farmers and ranchers
- Agribusiness professionals
- Educators and researchers
- Students and emerging leaders
- Policymakers
- Community members interested in agriculture
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No Special Requirements
- Open registration
- No prior agricultural experience required
- Attend one event or many
- Participate at your own pace
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You'll Enjoy These Events If You
- Like learning from experts
- Enjoy thoughtful discussion
- Want to stay informed about agriculture
- Appreciate diverse perspectives
- Are curious about the future of food and agriculture
FAQ
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Who Can Attend?
Inside Food & Ag is open to anyone interested in learning more about food and agriculture.
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Do I need an agricultural background?
No. Events are designed to be welcoming and informative for both industry professionals and those new to agriculture.
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Are events virtual or in person?
Programming varies throughout the year and may include virtual, in-person or hybrid experiences.
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Is there a registration fee?
Registration requirements and fees vary depending on the event.
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How do I hear about future events?
Join our mailing list.
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Can I set up an event for a group?
Yes! Contact us about setting up a special event just for you and your group.
Contact
Get In Touch
If you’re interested in attending an event or learning about how to create a unique one for your organization, reach out.
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