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This year’s schedule includes three pre-conference short courses, 60-plus farmer-led sessions on a wide variety of agricultural topics, 80-plus exhibitors, locally sourced meals and a spirit of curiosity and community.
Since our founding in 1985, the annual conference has been a keystone event for sharing knowledge, building connections and celebrating agriculture in Iowa (and good food!). As our conference grows to over 1,000 attendees, we are pleased to offer three pre-conference short courses, 60- plus farmer-led sessions on a wide variety of agricultural topics, 80-plus exhibitors, locally sourced meals and a spirit of curiosity and community. Please note, we are moving to a new venue this year! Our 2024 conference will take place at the Iowa Choice Convention Center at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines (833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA). We hope to see you there!
2024 Annual Conference
833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IAPractical Farmers of Iowa works to equip farmers to build resilient farms and communities. Our values include: welcoming everyone; farmers leading the exchange of experience and knowledge; curiosity, creativity, collaboration and community; resilient farms now and for future generations; and stewardship of land and resources. Our programs are guided by the interests and priorities of our members.
Kate Edwards
Iowa City, Iowa
Ralph Gauer
Silver City, New Mexico
Rory Van Wyk
Winterset, Iowa
Dave Schmidt
Exira, Iowa
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