As Iowa agriculture continues to navigate market uncertainty, global competition, and ongoing policy debates, industry leaders will soon have an opportunity to step back and focus on the broader picture. The Agribusiness Association of Iowa’s annual Showcase and Conference is designed to bring together education, market insight, and policy discussion at a time when those conversations are closely connected.
Julie Kenney says the Showcase serves a wide range of Iowa agriculture, bringing together agribusiness leaders, farmers, certified crop advisers, and others looking for perspective as another growing season approaches.
The conference features a variety of educational sessions aimed at helping attendees better understand the forces shaping agriculture beyond their own operations. Topics include market trends, weather outlooks, and economic factors that influence decision-making at both the local and global level.
Kenney says international dynamics, including developments in Brazil, continue to play an important role in Iowa agriculture. Even businesses focused primarily on local markets are impacted by global production trends, trade flows, and shifting demand. In addition to market-focused discussions, the Showcase will also feature speakers addressing policy developments in Washington and how those decisions could influence agriculture in the months ahead.
Along with education and policy discussion, the 2026 Showcase will also mark the debut of the Agribusiness Association of Iowa’s inaugural Agribusiness Leader Awards. The awards are intended to recognize individuals and businesses that are making a meaningful impact on agribusiness and agriculture across the state.
Kenney says networking remains a key component of the event, giving attendees the opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and build relationships that extend beyond the conference itself.
The Agribusiness Association of Iowa Showcase and Conference will be held February 10th and 11th. More information, including registration details and a full list of speakers, is available at
https://www.agribizshowcase.com
