By Scout Nelson
The Agricultural Commodity Futures Conference (AgCon) 2026, organized by Chairman Michael S. Selig and the Risk Management Center at Kansas State University in collaboration with industry stakeholders, will bring together agricultural and financial leaders in Overland Park, Kansas, on October,22-23, 2026, to discuss key issues affecting commodity markets, risk management, and the farm economy.
The conference agenda will cover topics including market structure, emerging markets, financing trends, data management, access to clearing services, artificial intelligence, and current agricultural economic conditions. These discussions aim to help industry participants better understand the changing landscape of agricultural markets.
AgCon serves as a platform for farmers, agribusinesses, commodity traders, exchanges, researchers, and regulators to exchange ideas and address challenges facing the sector. The event is designed to encourage collaboration and identify opportunities that can strengthen agricultural markets and improve risk management strategies.
The conference will also examine how technology, policy developments, and global economic forces are influencing agriculture. By bringing together experts from across the industry, AgCon aims to support informed decision-making and foster dialogue on the future of agricultural commodity markets.
The event will be held at the Marriott Overland Park Hotel in Overland Park, Kansas, and is expected to attract stakeholders seeking insights into market innovation, risk management, and the evolving farm economy.
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