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Ag Innovation Forum

  • Kauffman Foundation Conference Center 4801 Rockhill Rd Kansas City, MO 64110 (map)

Save the Date: Ag Innovation Forum 2026

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Thursday, February 26, 2026
Kauffman Foundation Conference Center | Kansas City, Missouri
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Join the Agricultural Business Council of Kansas City and the National Institute for Animal Agriculture for the 2026 Ag Innovation Forum, a full-day event spotlighting the people and ideas shaping the future of agriculture.

This year’s program will feature a keynote on the global dynamics of agricultural innovation and three expert panels exploring:

  • Ag Innovation Investment & Venture Outlook

  • Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture

  • The State of American Agricultural Research: Maintaining Competitiveness and Public Investment

Save the date and plan to be part of this dynamic exchange among leaders, innovators, and investors driving the next wave of ag innovation.


Program Outline

8:00 AM
Registration & Networking

9:00 AM
Welcoming Remarks

9:15 AM
Opening Keynote

10:00 AM
Networking Break

10:30 AM
Panel Discussions

12:30 PM
Lunch Buffet

1:30 PM
Featured Remarks

1:45 PM
Panel Discussion

2:45 PM
Summary Fireside Chat

3:30 PM
Adjourn

Meeting Venue

Kauffman Foundation Conference Center
4801 Rockhill Rd
Kansas City, MO 64110

Parking is free and available on the north side of the building.
Please enter through the right-hand set of doors for the Conference Center.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be submitted by email at least 10 days prior to the scheduled event.
No refunds or credits will be issued within 10 days of the event, including for illness.

Registrations are transferable. Please email us in advance to arrange a substitution.

Accommodations & Special Dietary Needs

If you have questions regarding accessibility or special dietary needs, please email us at least seven days prior to the event.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are available.
Please contact Erica Venancio by email for more information.


Sponsored by:

Earlier Event: January 22
Annual Legal Update
Later Event: March 11
March Luncheon Meeting