2025 NSAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE
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January 31-February 1, 2025
Lied Lodge at Arbor Day Farm
2700 Sylvan Rd
Nebraska City, NE 68410
This two-day conference will feature sessions on wide-ranging food and agriculture topics led by farmers, service providers, and food system advocates.
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Come to network with farmers, ranchers, eaters, and local food system promoters. Visit the trade show, support the silent auction, and enjoy local food with a flair!
Speak at the 2025 NSAS Annual Conference!
We’re gearing up for the 2025 NSAS Annual Conference at The Lied Lodge, Nebraska City, on January 31 & February 1, 2025. We're seeking engaging speakers for a diverse audience of producers, students, chefs, and educators.
Submit your proposal to cover topics like:
Soil Health - Marketing - Business Management - Grants & Financing - Specialty Crop Production - Row Crop Production - Pasture Management - Animal Husbandry - Community Health - Land Management - Food Processing - Food System Equity - Climate Resilience - Waste & Nutrient Cycling​ - and more!
Session Details:
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60 minutes long (45 minutes presentation + 15 minutes Q&A)
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Formats include discussions, panels, demos, and more
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Up to 4 presenters per session
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Audio-visual equipment provided
Benefits:
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$150 honorarium
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Free registration for both days
Deadline to Submit: Monday, September 30, 2024
If you missed the deadline, please submit anyway...we want to hear your ideas.
Notification of Selection: Monday, October 7, 2024
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Ready to share your expertise?
Fill out this short proposal form here!
Keynote Speakers​​​​
Friday, January 31
JAY YOUNG
Young Red Angus
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Jay Young practices regenerative agriculture on his Kansas ranch, raising cattle year-round on cover crops. He advocates for regenerative practices including drought tolerant agriculture, compost extracts, and rotational grazing to improve soil health.
Saturday, February 1
JIM KLEINSCHMIT
Other Half Processing
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Jim partners with grass-fed, regenerative farmers to verify, trace, and buy hides and byproducts, selling them to apparel, food, and pet sectors. OHP ensures transparent, fair pricing, and traceable, verified materials for various sourcing needs.
"I learned a lot and met so many people that I will connect with in my current and future projects."
"We are always changing and this event allowed me to connect with lots of new producers and people who are building resilient food systems along with us."
"I truly appreciated the diversity of session topics."