Young Farmers & Ranchers 2026
March 21 - 22, 2026  ·  Craftsman Inn & Suites

Why you should attend: Break the Mold. Build the Legacy.
Today’s farm leaders need more than grit—they need skills, strategy, and a strong network. This conference is a focused, hands-on experience designed to accelerate your growth as a leader while strengthening the future of your operation.

What you’ll gain:

  • Proven leadership tools for communicating with confidence, coaching teams, resolving conflict, and making better decisions under pressure.
  • Business & succession readiness—from cash flow and capital planning to transition conversations, governance, and building a legacy that works for family and business.
  • Operational resilience—risk management, diversification, marketing, and technology adoption you can implement now.
  • Advocacy & influence—learn how to tell your story, engage policymakers, and move issues that matter to agriculture.
  • A trusted network—connect with peers, mentors, and resource partners from across New York who will continue to support you long after the conference ends.

You won’t just listen—you’ll practice.  Whether you’re preparing to take on more responsibility, stepping into a management or ownership role, or guiding the next generation, you’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and concrete next steps.

If you’re ready to challenge old patterns, sharpen your leadership, and invest in the long game of your farm and family, this is your moment to break the mold—and build the legacy.

Join us for Casino Night on Saturday!



Agenda
Saturday, March 21
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Congressman John Mannion & NYFB's Ashley Sardo
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Kaitlyn Briggs
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Henry Mondschein
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday, March 22
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Tour of Byrne's extended shelf-life (ESL) and ultra-high temperature (UHT) pasteurization plant in DeWitt
5:00 PM
5:00 PM
Sponsors
LOCATION
Craftsman Inn & Suites, 7300 E Genesee St, Fayetteville, NY 13066
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Location: Craftsman Inn & Suites, 7300 E Genesee St, Fayetteville, NY 13066