Crops & Cattle - Conference & Ag Expo

09/03/2026

🚜 Grain marketing doesn’t stop at price — getting crops to market matters, too.

At , industry panelists explored how transportation infrastructure, freight costs and access to rail and ports can shape marketing opportunities for producers. The discussion also looked at emerging export markets and opportunities for specialty crops.

Read the latest coverage from High Plains Journal:
https://hpj.com/2026/08/28/panelists-marketing-depends-on-transportation/

08/28/2026

🐂 What’s shaping the future of animal agriculture? Politics, technology and public perception are all playing a growing role.

At , opening keynote speaker Chelsea Good explored how policy decisions, emerging technologies and changing consumer expectations are impacting producers — and why farmers and ranchers need to be part of the conversation.

High Plains Journal’s Kylene Scott recaps key takeaways from Good’s presentation, including trade and regulation, technology adoption, consumer trust and the importance of producer advocacy.

🔗 Read the full story: hpj.com/2026/08/28/politics-technology-and-perception-reshaping-animal-agriculture/

Chelsea Good discussed how politics, technology and public perception are influencing animal agriculture and its future during the recent Crops and Cattle Convention.

08/19/2026

📊What do the numbers say about ag profitability in 2026?

At , keynote speaker Seth Meyer of FAPRI-MU broke down the growing divide between crop and livestock profitability, from high input costs and grain markets to strong cattle demand.

Read High Plains Journal’s coverage for key takeaways from his Ag Economy Outlook keynote.

➡️ Read the full story:

Livestock strength and crop struggles are telling two different stories about today’s U.S. agricultural economy, Seth Meyer says.

08/11/2026

📸 Here's a preview of our photo coverage. View more here ➡ https://cropsandcattle.com/photo-coverage/

08/07/2026

That's a wrap on !
Thank you to all the speakers, sponsors, partners, exhibitors and attendees who made this event possible.

08/06/2026

Lunch + Tax Tips today at 11:30 am!

Join Keaton Dugan, CPA, Lead Agribusiness Advisor, Commodity Crops Market at Pinion, for a Lunch & Learn on practical tax planning strategies to help producers prepare ahead and avoid year-end surprises.

Thank you to Pinion for supporting this session.

08/06/2026

THANK YOU to sponsor Pinion!

Pinion is a business advisory provider, ‘U.S. Top 100’ accounting firm, and global leader in food and agriculture consulting. With roots dating back to 1932, the firm has expanded upon traditional tax and accounting services to deliver increased value and growth for clients through its specialized advisory in the areas of sustainability, government affairs, farm programs, land/water management, financial management, succession planning, and business strategy – to name a few.

Learn more at pinionglobal.com

08/06/2026

📸 Day 2 at was a BIG one! 🌾🤠

We’re sharing some highlights from an incredible day of education, connections, exhibitors and plenty of fun at the Crops & Cattle Party! 🎉

But we’re not done yet…

🚨 DAY 3 IS UNDERWAY — AND IT’S FREE TO ATTEND! 🚨

If you haven’t made it to the Kansas City Convention Center yet, there’s still time to join us! Come catch the final education sessions, walk the show floor, connect with exhibitors, and make the most of your experience.

📍 Kansas City Convention Center
🎟️ Day 3 admission is FREE!
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08/06/2026

Last chance to climb the leaderboard!

The FIELDS to FENCES Challenge ends today at 11:00 a.m., so be sure to visit participating exhibitors and scan their QR codes in the Crops & Cattle Event App before time runs out.

📲 Download the event app, sign in, and start scanning!

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.goeshow.BMGHPJ
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/crops-cattle/id6764227617

🏆 Winners of the $150, $100, and $50 Visa gift cards will be announced during today's Lunch & Learn at 11:30 a.m.

Good luck, and we'll see you at the winner announcement!

08/06/2026

It's the last day of !

• Start the day with a coffee and continental breakfast
• The Exhibit Hall is open from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Catch Seth Meyer's Ag Economy Outlook keynote at 8:30 a.m.
• Two more education sessions follow at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
• Stay for the Lunch & Learn, No More Year-End Surprises: Practical Tax Planning for Producers, at 11:30 a.m.