2017 Young Ag Leadership Conference - October 13-15. 2017
Published
8/29/2017
Once again, we are proud to present Montana’s Young Ag Leadership Conference! This is a one-of-a-kind event, packed with everything relevant to being a young[ish] person in today’s exciting, changing world of agriculture. With workshops on marketing, finance issues, crop and livestock programs, emerging technologies, leadership development and more, there is something here for everyone.
Lodging - Attendees are responsible for making their own room reservations. Call the Radisson Colonial at (406) 443-2100 by September 29th and request the "YALC" room block for the $95 conference rate. You can also book your rooms by clicking this link, fill in the correct date of arrival, October 13, and then click go.
Event Registration
Brought to you by....Montana's Ag Organizations
Agricultural organizations play a large role in securing the future of the industry on the local, state and national levels. Ten of Montana’s most influential agricultural organizations have come together across organization and commodity lines to bring you this event. Organizational involvement is the key to making your voice heard. We hope you will take the time to learn more about your state’s agricultural organizations and how we affect your role in the industry!
Alpha Gamma Rho Alumni Assoc. Alpha Gamma Rho is an agricultural fraternity established with the purpose of making better men, and through them a broader and better agriculture. AGR has flourished at Montana State University for 90 years. AGR is committed to providing positive interpersonal and professional experiences for its members, helping prepare them to be leaders in the food and fiber industry. | MT Grain Growers Association The Montana Grain Growers Association uses the contacts and experience gained over the past 50 years to impact the legislation, regulations and marketplace that affects wheat and barley farmers’ profitability. |
MT 4-H Foundation Montana 4-H reaches over 28,000 youth through 4-H clubs, school enrichment programs, camps, and special studies. The mission of the Montana 4-H program is to educate youth and adults for living in a global world. | MSU - College of Agriculture As a land grant institution, Montana State University – Bozeman provides academic programs, research (Ag Experiment Station), and extension/outreach (Extension Service) programs focused to meet the changing needs of Montana and the nation. |
MT Farmers Union The Montana Farmers Union is a statewide grassroots organization working for family farmers, ranchers and rural communities through conferences, scholarships and other educational opportunities as well as legislative representation and support for producer-owned co-ops. | MT Stockgrowers Association The Montana Stockgrowers Association, a non-profit organization representing nearly 2,500 members, strives to serve, protect and advance the economical, political, environmental and cultural interests of cattle producers, the largest sector of Montana’s number one industry – agriculture. |
MT Farm Bureau Federation The Montana Farm Bureau is an organization of farm and ranch families united for the purpose of analyzing their problems and formulating action. Representing over 20,000 member families in the state, Farm Bureau is Montana’s largest ag organization. | MT Wool Growers Association The Montana Wool Growers Association was established in 1883, making it Montana’s oldest ag organization. We advocate for, and work on behalf of Montana’s farm and ranch interests, namely Montana’s sheep industry. MWGA also seeks to promote the economic health of Montana, its agricultural industry and the communities, businesses and people supported by agriculture. |
MT FFA Foundation The Montana FFA Association is a youth organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of nearly 2,800 students by developing potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. |
Thanks to our Sponsors
Montana Agri-Business Association Montana Beef Council Montana Grain Growers Association Independence Bank Montana Land Reliance Mountain West Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. Dow AgroSciences Montana Livestock Ag Credit BNSF Railway | Helena Chemical Montana 4-H Foundation Montana FFA Foundation MSU College of Agriculture Montana Stockgrowers Association Montana Wool Growers Association Alpha Gamma Rho Alumni Association Stockman Bank Farmers Business Network | Monsanto Crop Production Services Marias River Livestock Association Central Montana Rail First Security Bank REEF/Stockgrowers CG Ag Consulting North 40 Ag Rural Employment Opportunities Winfield Solutions |
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