Farm Voice Live KC

North American agriculture continues to face some of its toughest conditions in recent years, with persistently low commodity prices and stubbornly high input costs becoming the new normal in 2025.

In this edition of Farm Voice Live, agri-marketers, ag media farmers and ranchers will gain valuable insights from industry thought leaders, agribusinesses and fellow producers. Together they’ll explore not only the challenges shaping today’s landscape but, more importantly, the opportunities that lie ahead for growth and innovation.

Event Details

Event Location:

Chamber Board Room,
Union Station
30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108

Please email any questions to:
Farmvoice@adfarm.com

Agenda

1:00 – 1:30 pm CDT – Registration & Check in

1:30 – 1:35 pm CDT – Welcome & Introduction  

1:35 – 2:30 pm CDT – The Evolving Farm Economy with Shaun Haney & Dr. Terry Griffin  

Opening Discussion: The Evolving Farm Economy
Join Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and Dr. Terry Griffin from Kansas State University as they explore the current state of the farm economy. Beyond analyzing today’s financial realities, they’ll explore how technology and product adoption are reshaping production agriculture. 

Featuring:
Dr. Terry Griffin, Kansas State University
Shaun Haney, RealAgriculture

2:30 – 3:30 pm CDT – Producer Panel Discussion  

Producer Panel:
Cultivating Success in a Changing Landscape 
A panel discussion featuring forward-thinking Farm Voice producers exploring the advancements, opportunities and challenges in today’s agricultural economy. Panelists will share firsthand insights on the strategies they are implementing to drive success – both in the current season and for the sustainability of future generations.

David Hemme, Hemme Bros. Farmstead Creamery
Kurt Schwarz, Three Fires Cattle Company
Kevin Johansen, 5th Gen Farmer & CEO AgButler 

Moderator: Alison Rasmussen, AdFarm 

3:30 – 3:45 pm CDT – Break  

3:45 – 4:45 pm CDT – Industry Panel Discussion  

Industry Panel:
Adapting to Producer Needs & Expectations 
Industry thought leaders from across the agri-business sector will explore the evolving expectations and challenges facing farmers and ranchers. Discussions will focus on how companies can better support producers today while equipping them with the tools and insights needed to successfully navigate to the future of agriculture.  

Tracy Linbo, AgVend 
Jeremy Hewitt, Tractor Zoom 
Lacey Seibert, Bushel

Moderator: Matt Weeks, AdFarm 

4:45 – 5:00 pm CDT – Closing remarks

5:00 pm – 6:30 pm CDT – Happy Hour @ Harvey’s

 

Last year’s event, Farm Voice: Decoding On-Farm Sustainability  brought together innovative farmers, industry leaders and connectors to discuss the sustainability drivers, influences and trends fueling the conversation. Watch the recording below.