2024 SCFB Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference
Together, we will keep South Carolina growing towards a better tomorrow.
February 2 - 4, 2024
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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.
Valet parking is available for $25/day.
THERE IS NO PARKING AVAILABLE FOR OVERSIZED VEHICLES.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Evening Networking Reception
Check in to receive your Conference ID, swag bag, t-shirt and more.
Visit with our sponsors who made this event possible!
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
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
Breakfast on Your Own
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
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Break
Coffee / Exhibitors / County Photos
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Morning Breakout Sessions
5 concurrent breakout sessions.
*Topics coming soon*
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Lunch on Your Own
Enjoy one of the many restaurants downtown Columbia has to offer!
1:00 PM - 2:05 PM
2:05 PM - 2:15 PM
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Afternoon Breakout Sessions
5 concurrent breakout sessions
*Topics coming soon*
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Afternoon Breakout Sessions & Workshops
5 concurrent breakout sessions
*Topics coming soon*
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
7:30 PM - 8:45 PM
7:30 PM - 8:45 PM
9:00 PM - 11:55 PM
9:00 PM - 11:55 PM
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Morning Devotion (optional)
11:00 AM
11:00 AM
