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MIDWEST Agriculture Summit
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he 2024 Midwest Agriculture Summit, held at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds in the Butler Machinery Arena, converged key agricultural leaders, industry experts, policymakers and community members, all uniting to shape the future of agriculture in the Midwest.
Dr. Greg Lardy, Joe and Norma Peltier vice president for agriculture at North Dakota State University, opened the event, emphasizing the vital role agriculture plays in the region’s economy, history and future. He highlighted the contributions of The Chamber’s Agribusiness Committee in shaping the Summit’s agenda, emphasizing the importance of policy decisions, innovation, research and sustainabilit y in agriculture. The Summit addressed the challenges and opportunities within the industry, with a focus on the Midwest's unique contributions to agricultural innovation and sustainability.
Dr. Greg Lardy
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The first speaker, Billi Hunt, executive director for America’s Cultivation Corridor, provided Industr y Insights on the next generation of agriculture. She dis c u s s e d t he evo lu t io n of generational perspectives, the impact of social media trends and the industry’s ongoing concerns about greenhouse gas emissions and water availability. She emphasized the importance of sharing information to broaden participation and awareness in agricultural advancements.
Billi Hunt
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July - August 2024
Dr. William Wilson, distinguished professor of agribusiness and applied economic s at Nor th Dakota State University, delivered a comprehensive keynote address on the current and future state of agriculture. Wilson highlighted the significant changes driven by technology, the impact of climate change and the importance of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) in agriculture. He also discussed international market dynamics, trade policies and the geopolitical implications of global conflicts on the agriculture industry.
Dr. William Wilson