2024 SCFB Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference
2024 SCFB Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference
Together, we will keep South Carolina growing towards a better tomorrow.
February 2 - 4, 2024  ·  Columbia Marriott

As a recognized leader within the agricultural community, SCFB’s YF&R Conference empowers and encourages the next generation of agri-leaders. With a focus on education, leadership development, and networking, we strive to equip the young attendees with the tools and insights they need to excel in a rapidly evolving industry.

Agenda
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
Complimentary self-parking available in garage attached to hotel for overnight guests. NO PARKING AVAILABLE FOR OVERSIZED VEHICLES. Valet parking is available for $25/day.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Check in to receive your Conference ID, swag bag, and t-shirt. Visit the Sponsor Exhibitors who made this event possible! Cash bar and light snacks. Get your County Delegation Photos taken. Stop by the YF&R Logo Store to purchase extra swag.
Submit your entries for the 2024 YF&R Photo Contest. Print & digital copies required along with release form.
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
First time Conference attendees join us to learn how to make the most of your Conference experience!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Featuring a special guest speaker and comedian.
8:30 PM - 11:00 PM
8:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Join us for a night of fun with music, casino games, photo booth and more! Enter for your chance to win one of our raffle prizes. Finger Foods & Cash Bar
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:55 AM
8:00 AM - 8:55 AM
(County YF&R Chairs Only) Training and idea-sharing to build your County YF&R program.
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Exhibitors Open County Delegation Photos: Get a group photo with all of your county representatives. Bring your Conference ID badge YF&R Logo Store Open: Stop by to purchase some YF&R branded swag to take home!
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
From NFL to Full-Time Farmer. Join us to hear the inspirational story of Jason Brown.
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Coffee / Exhibitors Open Vote on your favorite Photo Contest entry.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Learn how to find and use agricultural resources in the classroom as both a volunteer and educator.
Getting the most out of your farmland.
Incorporation of best management practices to support the production, feasibility and resilience of forage systems.
Introduction to the H-2A program, government regulation updates, and industry outlook.
Want a picket fence stand? The planter you have can give it to you if you give it the attention it deserves. Learn the little things that lead to great stands and maximize the potential of the genetics you are paying good money to plant.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Enjoy one of the many restaurants downtown Columbia has to offer, or stop by one of the food trucks in the Soda City Market right outside the hotel! County Delegation Photos & YF&R Logo Store Open: 11:30 - 12:00PM 12:30 - 1:00PM
1:00 PM - 2:05 PM
1:00 PM - 2:05 PM
Ag Advocacy and Farming Parodies. Don't miss this inspirational message and entertaining live performance!
2:05 PM - 2:15 PM
2:05 PM - 2:15 PM
Exhibitors Open Vote on your favorite Photo Contest entry
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
What are they? How do they work? And what are their benefits?
Habitat management on working lands and cost share programs that are available to help pay for them.
Learn how Farm Bureau is helping preserve agricultural land for the future of farming, and how you can be a part too!
Learn to address controversial conversations around the beef industry with both truth and respect.
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
Last chance to visit with exhibitors! Last chance to vote on your favorite Photo Contest entry!
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Interactive workshop on the motivations and opportunities for being an active participant in the YF&R Program.
Interactive workshop on designing authentic and effective communication strategies to create a personal & professional brand.
Learning to Manage Stress and Put Safety First
Industry leaders will update the attendees on new seed technology, varieties, hybrids, and chemical products for the 2024 growing season.
Hands-on workshop to learn the basics of canning food with a delicious takeaway.
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM
Current YF&R County Chairs Current & Former YF&R Award Winners Current & Former State YF&R Committee Members
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Buffet Dinner & Cash Bar. Dress: Nice Casual / Business Casual
7:30 PM - 8:45 PM
9:00 PM - 11:55 PM
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 AM
11:00 AM
Speakers

Henry McMaster

Governor McMaster has served as governor of the state of South Carolina since 2017. He has led a strong and vibrant South Carolina economy, announcing more than 83,000 new jobs and over $34 billion in new capital investment in the state.

Daniel Rickenmann

Mayor Daniel Rickenmann has served two stints on Columbia city council. Born to Swiss immigrants in Spartanburg, South Carolina, Rickenmann came to the University of South Carolina in 1987. He fell in love with Columbia at that time and never left.

Jason Brown

A native of Henderson, NC, Jason Brown is a man of faith, a former professional athlete, and community advocate.

Peterson Farm Brothers

The Peterson Farm Brothers are three brothers from central Kansas who create social media content to promote agriculture. Their videos have received over 250 million views and they have just over 1 million followers on all of their social platforms.

Clayburn Cox

Clayburn Cox (better known as “Mr. Cox”) is a high school teacher by day. By night, he’s a stand-up comedian and storyteller. Mr. Cox has appeared on Dry Bar Comedy as well as a host of other venues throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Cody Webb

Originally from Ridge Spring, SC, Cody Webb has played hundreds of dates across the country, earning thousands of fans with his keen vocals, meaningful lyrics, and distinctive guitar skills.

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Sponsors
Diamond
Platinum
Friend of a Farmer
LOCATION
Columbia Marriott, 1200 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29201
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Location: Columbia Marriott, 1200 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29201