ASA Farmer Forum: Building Your Conservation Program and Profit Potential 2025

ASA Farmer Forum: Building Your Conservation Program and Profit Potential

Join us for an afternoon of learning and engagement prior to the Farm Progress Show! Don’t miss out on this FREE opportunity to learn more about conservation incentive programs and policies that directly impact your farm.

Hear the latest news on federal conservation programs that directly affect your profit margins
Listen to updates from major consumer products companies and how they are working with farmers
Speak with technicians and crop advisors to find a conservation program that works for your farm
Network with other farmers and industry leaders during an evening reception
Discuss current events and how they impact your conservation programs

The Forum will be held at the Mt. Zion Convention Center, an elegant, multipurpose convention facility located along Illinois State Highway 121. Free and open parking is available.

***Farmers: Register for the ASA Farmer Forum and receive a free one-day admission ticket to the Farm Progress Show, Aug. 26-28, in nearby Decatur, IL. You must attend the Farmer Forum event in person to receive your ticket***

Click on the Begin Registration button to start.

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Explore highlights from the 2024 Farmer Forum in Ankeny, Iowa, where farmers connected over conservation, industry insights, and impactful conversations.

Farmers networked with others in the ag community, gaining insights to bring back to their operations.

Industry partners discussed how shifting consumer perspectives are influencing conservation and how the industry is adapting to meet those expectations.

Sponsors had the opportunity to display materials and engage with farmers throughout the program.

The 2024 program featured industry leaders and farmers discussing practical ways to boost profitability through the right conservation strategies.

Visit with other farmers, industry friends, and sponsors, while enjoying an open bar and heavy hors d'oeuvres.

Networking with industry professionals through a comprehensive program and an engaging reception.

2024 Farmer Forum – A room full of farmers from across the nation exploring ways to integrate conservation practices into their operations.

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Explore highlights from the 2024 Farmer Forum in Ankeny, Iowa, where farmers connected over conservation, industry insights, and impactful conversations.

Industry partners discussed how shifting consumer perspectives are influencing conservation and how the industry is adapting to meet those expectations.

Technical experts were on hand to answer farmers' questions as several companies and organizations hosted roundtable discussions.

Farmers networked with others in the ag community, gaining insights to bring back to their operations.

The 2024 program featured industry leaders and farmers discussing practical ways to boost profitability through the right conservation strategies.

Connect with fellow farmers, industry friends, and sponsors while enjoying our reception. Above is a photo from last year's event taken prior to the reception.

Several sponsors had the opportunity to network, engage with attendees, and distribute materials at the event. Featured above is a photo of one of our main sponsors’ trucks from last year—PepsiCo

2024 Farmer Forum – A room full of farmers from across the nation exploring ways to integrate conservation practices into their operations.

mONDAY, August 25, 2025