Agriculture in Kansas City is vital to the local economy, with a $24.445 billion impact on the region and supporting 98,655 jobs. The proximity producers have to further processors and transportation hubs within a bi-state region adds immense value to the region’s important agricultural commodities. However, the entire value chain – from farm to fork – is experiencing one of the most significant talent shortages in recent history. With Kansas City consistently at 3.7% unemployment and only 50% of skilled needs being met, the skilled and baccalaureate level employment gaps could soon create significant economic pressures on being able to produce, process and ship the world’s food. This is a vital and ongoing conversation that leaders in the agricultural industry need to start having now.
Join us virtually on July 21 for a panel discussion exploring the many different aspects of workforce development. Participants will include:
Shonda Atwater, Kansas Department of Commerce - panel moderator
Chris Kuehl, director, Armada Corporate Intelligence
Dr. Shawn Strong, president, State Technical College of Missouri
Nancy Barcus, COO, Agriculture Future of America
Matt Wolters, CEO, SureFire Ag Systems
Leigh Ann Taylor Knight, president, DeBruce Foundation
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received by July 18 for refund. No refunds will be provided after July 18.