Special Events & Experiences
The American Farm Bureau Convention provides events and experiences that expand your mind, deepen your knowledge and entertain your hearts. See below some of the experiences we have planned and stay tuned for additional details as they become available.
Young Farmers & Ranchers Competitive Events
Jan. 8 - Jan. 11
YF&Rs from across the country come together to compete in national competitive events. Convention attendees are welcome to attend all rounds of the Discussion Meet competition, the Excellence in Ag presentations, and all announcements related to YF&Rs advancing in the competitions.
Details12:00 p.m.
Ag Innovation Challenge Final Four Live Pitch Competition
Cultivation Center Stage
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Communicate, Collaborate and Influence (CCI) Consumer Engagement Workshop
The Communicate, Collaborate and Influence (CCI) pre-convention programming is open to any Farm Bureau member interested in confidently connecting with consumers to build trust and confidence in American agriculture.
Details8:00 a.m.
Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser
See what the Foundation accomplished in 2026, what is to come in 2027 and of course find out the 2027 winner of the Book of the Year Award.
9:30 a.m.
Opening General Session
CCC Hall A
Farm Dog of the Year Award
In celebration of farm dogs who work alongside their people to bring nutritious food to our tables and our pets’ bowls, the 2027 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year award ceremony, brought to you by Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, is presented at the AFBF Annual Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina.
8:45 a.m.
Youth Leadership Program
As a 4-H, FFA, or Jr. MANRRS member, you are invited to take part in the Youth Leadership Program!
4:00 p.m.
Mid General Session
11:30 a.m.
Closing General Session
Times are expressed in Eastern Standard Time
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