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Monday-Thursday Dec. 4-7

Idaho Farm Bureau YF&R Conference and IFB Annual Meeting: The Boise Center, 850 W. Front St., Boise. This year’s Idaho Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers meeting starts Dec. 4, followed on Dec. 5-7 by the Idaho Farm Bureau annual meeting. Featured will be a fireside chat with Zippy Duvall, American Farm Bureau Federation president; keynote speaker Rulon Gardner, Olympic gold medal wrestler; and YF&R Awards and networking with games continuing through Tuesday night. Website: https://tinyurl.com/3bypnf9n

Tuesday-Thursday Dec. 5-7

2023 Oregon Farm Bureau Annual Convention: Embassy Suites, 9000 Washington Square Road, Tigard, Ore. The annual convention is the highlight of the year for Oregon Farm Bureau members. They will elect new officers and approve the organization’s policies. The OFB County Women’s business meeting will be held, as will the annual meeting of the Young Farmers and Ranchers. Email: Tiffany@oregonfb.org

Tuesday-Friday Dec. 5-8

American Seed Trade Association Field Crop Seed Convention & Expo: Hyatt Regency, Orlando, Fla. The convention features an outlook for agricultural commodity markets, educational sessions, exhibits and networking. Website: https://www.asta.swogo.com/fcsc23

Wednesday Dec. 6

University of Idaho Snake River Sugar Beet Conference: All day. Best Western Plus Burley Inn and Convention Center, Burley, Idaho. The conference will focus on agronomic issues facing growers. Information: 208 423-6606 or nicolek@uidaho.edu

Wednesday-Thursday Dec. 6-7

Sustainable Agriculture Summit: Charlotte, N.C., Convention Center. The summit will focus on collaboration to accelerate agriculture sustainability. Website: https://www.sustainableagsummit.org

Thursday Dec. 7

Idaho Mint Industry Convention: Courtyard By Marriott, 1789 S. Eagle Road, Meridian, Idaho. Discussion topics to include chemical and biological control of pests, water supply issues in the state, the water supply outlook, an Idaho State Department of Agriculture update, nematode research, fertilizer markets, and a mint market update. The Idaho Mint Growers Association board is slated to meet. Website: https://idahomint.org/

Tuesday-Thursday Dec. 12-14

Far West Agribusiness Association Annual Convention: Three Rivers Convention Center, 7016 W. Grandridge Blvd., Kennewick, Wash. The convention features speakers and panel discussions on topic important to farmers and ranchers. Website: https://www.fwaa.org/

Friday Dec. 15

CORE Pesticide Recertification Training: 7:30-11:50 a.m. Oregon State University Extension Service-Malheur County, 710 SW Fifth Ave., Ontario, Ore. Scheduled discussion topics include spray drift management, application using drones, calculating mixtures, calibrating spray equipment, and updates from the Oregon Department of Agriculture. Contact: 208-881-1417 or russell.smithollivierre@oregonstate.edu

Tuesday Dec. 19

Beef Quality Assurance Program Certification Course: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Oregon State University Extension Service-Malheur County, 710 SW Fifth Ave., Ontario, Ore. Instruction focuses on developing a continuity-focused business plan for beef or dairy cattle, from husbandry to herd operations. Lunch provided to those who RSVP by Dec. 12. Contact: 541-881-1417, sergio.arispe@oregonstate.edu

Wednesday-Saturday Jan. 10-13

American Sheep Industry Association Annual Convention: Sheraton Downtown Hotel, Denver, Colo. The convention is an opportunity for sheep producers to meet and discuss industry issues. Website: https://tinyurl.com/2dp3x5vy

Thursday-Friday Jan. 11-12

Oregon Mint Growers Annual Meeting: Salishan Resort, 7760 US-101, Gleneden Beach, Ore. Hear the latest developments in the industry. Website: oregonmint.org

Wednesday-Thursday Jan. 17-18

56th Annual Idaho Potato Conference: Idaho State University, Pocatello, Idaho. The conference offers numerous educational sessions and a trade show. Website: https://tinyurl.com/5xekxhmx

Friday-Wednesday Jan. 19-24

American Farm Bureau Convention: Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, Utah. This is your opportunity to help set the agenda for the leading voice of agriculture in Washington, D.C. Website: https://annualconvention.fb.org/

Monday-Wednesday Jan. 22-24

VISION Conference: Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa, Glendale, Ariz. The conference will focus on innovation and building a sustainable value system in food, feed, fiber and fuel through technology. Website: https://www.thevisionconference.com/

Tuesday-Thursday Jan. 23-25

Washington-Oregon Potato Conference: Three Rivers Convention Center, Kennewick, Wash. The conference features numerous educational sessions. Website: www.washingtonpotatoes.com

Friday-Tuesday Jan. 26-30

ASTA Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference: Monterey, Calif., Conference Center. The American Seed Trade Association conference will feature education and networking. Website: https://www.asta.swoogo/vf24

Wednesday-Friday Jan. 31-Feb. 2

2024 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Fla. The convention brings cattle producers together to discuss issues and network. Website: https://www.conventionncba.org

Tuesday March 26

California Dairy Sustainability Summit: University of California-Davis. Speakers will highlight progress, policies and partnerships that support the advancement 0f planet-smart dairy farm practices. Website: https://www.cadairysummit.com

Wednesday-Thursday May 1-2

Western Food Safety Conference 2024: Hartnell College, Salinas, Calif. The two-day conference provides information on produce safety, research and regulatory development. Website: https://tinyurl.com/4sa24vkx

Monday-Thursday May 20-23

Ag Transportation Coalition Meeting: Greater Tacoma Convention Center, Tacoma, Wash. The event features speakers, panels and networking. Website: www.agtrans.org

Thursday-Friday June 13-14

Western Ag & Environmental Law Conference: University of Nevada-Reno. Presented by the National Agricultural Law Center, the conference will present agricultural and environmental research and information. Website: https://nationalaglawcenter.org/western2024/