10/29/2026
🚜🌾 PROUD TO SUPPORT OUR LOCAL AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY!
Join local farmers and industry professionals for an informative day discussing the future of agriculture, farm programs, commodity markets, input costs, and more!
📅 Friday, November 6
⏰ 11 AM – 4 PM
📍 Knights of Columbus Hall | Versailles, OH
🍽️ Lunch will be provided!
📝 Registration required by November 2!
We're proud to stand behind the hardworking farmers who keep our communities growing! 🌽🚜
Join Ohio State University Extension for an informative day focused on the state of agriculture in our area. Meet industry professionals and receive valuable information at our sponsor booths. Lunch will be provided following a panel discussion.
Event Date: November 6th, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Event Location: Knights of Columbus Hall - 8840 St. Rt. 47, Versailles, OH, 45331
Event Schedule:
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. — Enjoy lunch and visit sponsor booths
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. — Ag Outlook Update Panel
Don Jones, Director of USDA Farm Service Agency
Topic— Update on FSA, Farm Programs, and Farm Bill
Justin Rismiller, Cargill
Topic— Update and outlook on crush soy and biodiesel
Garth Ruff, Ohio State Extension, Beef Cattle Field Specialist
Topic— Update and outlook on the beef industry
Barry Ward, Director, Ohio State Extension Income Tax School Program
Topic— Information on crop input cost and margins
1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. — Ag Panel Question and Answer Session
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. — Ag Outlook Presentations
Gabriel Lade, The Ohio State University Associate Professor
Topic— Update on taxes, land use, and data centers
Ian Sheldon, The Ohio State University Professor
Topic— Update on trade and trade policies
Caden Buschur, Ohio State University Extension Educator
Topic— Information on Ohio Farm Custom Rates
3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.— Question and Answer Session
Thank you to our generous sponsors:
Buds Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Cargill
Farm Bureau of Darke, Mercer, Miami, and Shelby Counties
Farm Credit Mid America
Mercer Landmark
North Star Hardware & Implement Co.
St. Henry Bank
For more information, please contact Caden Buschur at 937-548-5215 or [email protected]