The North Dakota Grain Growers Association announced on Aug. 22 that it will partner with the Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers to hold its annual marketing seminar during the Big Iron expo on Wednesday, September 11, from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn in Fargo. The event is free and open to the public, but attendees are required to pre-register by contacting MN Wheat or visiting mnwheat.org.
The seminar aims to provide farmers and agricultural professionals with information on current market conditions, management strategies, and business planning. The North Dakota Grain Growers Association seeks to promote economic vitality for farmers through advocacy, education, and market development; it also works statewide in North Dakota while engaging at the federal level and influences state and federal policy for wheat and barley producers, according to the official website.
This year’s program features several speakers covering a range of topics relevant to grain growers. Luke Swenson of The Money Farm will discuss politics, trade issues, supply and demand challenges facing agriculture this year. Bret Oelke from Innovus Agra will focus on creating competitive advantages through improved management practices. Dr. Frayne Olson of North Dakota State University will address marketing strategies for volatile markets with an emphasis on understanding key assumptions.
Russ Tweiten from AgCountry Farm Credit Services is scheduled to provide insights into farm transition planning—a topic important for those considering succession or retirement options within their operations. Additional updates will be given by Clara Konetschka from the National Agri-Marketing Association NDSU Student Chapter.
The event schedule includes registration beginning at 3:30 p.m., followed by presentations throughout the afternoon and evening with a dinner planned at 7:00 p.m., offering time for informal discussion among participants.
The North Dakota Grain Growers Association obtains funding through membership dues from farmers and agricultural leaders; it collaborates with organizations such as the Midwest Council on Agriculture for advocacy work while aiming to boost profitability for local growers through leadership efforts, according to the official website.
