Hotel & Venue
Join us at Hotel Canandaigua on the shores of Canandaigua Lake for a day of education, industry updates, and networking with fellow farmers and industry partners.
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Join us at Hotel Canandaigua on the shores of Canandaigua Lake for a day of education, industry updates, and networking with fellow farmers and industry partners.
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This year, we are excited to feature Aaron Putze, APR, the Chief Officer of Brand Management & Engagement at the Iowa Soybean Association.
The future of agriculture needs more than good farmers. It needs thoughtful, humble and aspirational leaders who recognize that their greatest influence often comes not from what they accomplish, but from how they make others grow. In this energetic, story-driven and practical keynote, Aaron will challenge you to make time to think, become intentional encouragers, lead with humility and care more than you have to! You’ll discover why stepping away from the daily demands of the farm to invest in personal growth isn't a luxury but a leadership necessity as we seek to build bridges with the 98 percent of the population that doesn’t farm! You’ll discover how small, intentional acts of encouragement, kindness and genuine concern build trust, strengthen relationships and elevate others. At the heart of the message is a simple challenge: You're Too Good Not to Be Better! Because becoming a better farmer leader isn't just about what you achieve. It's about who you become, who you encourage and how many others are better because you showed up!
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9:00am
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10:00am
Coffee, light refreshments and time to visit with exhibitors
10:00am
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11:00am
Aaron Putze, APR, Chief Officer of Brand Management & Engagement, Iowa Soybean Association
Aaron Putze, APR, Chief Officer of Brand Management & Engagement, Iowa Soybean Association
The future of agriculture needs more than good farmers. It needs thoughtful, humble and aspirational leaders who recognize that their greatest influence often comes not from what they accomplish, but from how they make others grow. In this energetic, story-driven and practical keynote, Aaron will challenge you to make time to think, become intentional encouragers, lead with humility and care more than you have to. You'll discover why stepping away from the daily demands of the farm to invest in personal growth isn't a luxury but a leadership necessity as we seek to build bridges with the 98 percent of the population that doesn't farm. You'll discover how small, intentional acts of encouragement, kindness and genuine concern build trust, strengthen relationships and elevate others. At the heart of the message is a simple challenge: You're Too Good Not to Be Better! Because becoming a better farmer leader isn't just about what you achieve. It's about who you become, who you encourage and how many others are better because you showed up!
11:00am
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11:30am
Celebrate two NYCSGA leadership honorees. The Seeds of Tomorrow Award recognizes an emerging leader who represents the future of New York agriculture, while the New York Legacy Farmer Award honors a lifetime of dedication and leadership in New York agriculture.
11:30am
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12:00pm
12:00pm
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1:00pm
1:00pm
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2:00pm
Mike Hunter and Alejandro Calixto
Mike Hunter and Alejandro Calixto
Practical guidance on New York field research, pest risk, scouting, seed planning, record keeping, implementation and available grower resources.
2:00pm
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3:00pm
Mike Stanyard, Cornell
Mike Stanyard, Cornell
Mike Stanyard of Cornell will present the 2026 New York Corn and Soybean Yield Contest results and recognize the top corn and soybean growers from across the state's five contest regions, including regional honorees and statewide champions.
3:00pm
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4:00pm
Closing reception with growers, exhibitors, sponsors and award recipients.
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