2026 YF&R Conference
2026 YF&R Conference
January 23 - 24, 2026  ·  Younes Conference Center - South

Join young producers, agribusiness professionals, and agricultural advocates from across Nebraska for the 2026 YF&R Conference—a weekend of learning, networking, and growth.

It’s your chance to step inside innovative operations, hear from speakers who understand the realities of agriculture, and walk away with tools you can use in your business, career, and community. Whether you’re building your future on the farm, in the industry, or both—this is where you’ll find the people and ideas to help you grow.


Agenda
11:00 AM
11:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pre-Function Area
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Platte Generating Station - Grand Island
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Pre-Function Area
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Ruby Room
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Crystal Room - Seating by Region
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Cunningham's on the Lake - 90's Husker Party & Trivia Drinks & Snacks Available
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Pre-Function Area
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Udder Chaos: Keeping Your Sanity (and Soul) on Social Media
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Prep Work That Matters
Returning to the Family Farm
EID Tags
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Crystal Room
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Crystal Room
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Winning the Job Search
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Raise your voice while raising a glass
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Crystal Room
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
Speakers

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LOCATION
Younes Conference Center - South, 416 W Talmadge Rd, Kearney, NE 68845
Map
Location: Younes Conference Center - South, 416 W Talmadge Rd, Kearney, NE 68845
Reviews


"The YF&R Conference is a great opportunity for learning and networking. I find the breakouts to bring some light to many pieces of farming and ranching I have not given much thought. I also get to meet farmers and ranchers from across the state and create relationships that may pay dividends in the future."

- Carson Maricle


"YF&R conference is one of my favorite parts of winter. It's a fantastic networking opportunity and a great way to learn something new to take back home to the farm."

- Kaleb Sneff


"The YF&R Conference is a great experience! It gives my husband and I a chance to sit back and spend some time with other young people in our industry, making friends and building relationships. There are lots of useful and interesting breakout sessions you have the option to go to. It's like having a relaxing weekend while still accomplishing something."

- Tori Hasart