Why Attend?

Commodity Classic: Where America's farmers meet with success.

Commodity Classic is open to all friends of soybeans, corn, wheat and sorghum—from growers to member associations to agribusiness to farm media. This is the one-of-a-kind, can't-miss, brain-engaging event for America's farmers. Here's what you'll experience at Commodity Classic:

Get the inside scoop on what's new—from the people making it happen We've lined up many innovative and thought-provoking educational sessions this year. You don't have to sign up in advance. Just drop in on any of the sessions that interest you. Between these sessions and the trade show, you'll hear every detail about "what's next" straight from the horse's mouth—and you'll have the chance for dialogue and questions. That's a lot different than simply reading a synopsis a couple of months later.

Go one-on-one with top ag and industry leaders Commodity Classic is where the corn, soybean, wheat and sorghum industries convene. So you'll have the opportunity to meet and hear people who are leading the charge—and leading the change—in agriculture. At Commodity Classic, thought leaders in agriculture share innovation, insight and information. From policy to production practices, from innovation to insight—you get to experience it all.

Be among the first to see new technology, products and equipment Commodity Classic is the early adopter's paradise. Companies choose Commodity Classic as the place to roll out new products and services. Best management practices are shared. Technological advancements are introduced. If you're looking for ways to improve your production and profitability, you're sure to walk away from here with game-changing information for your farm.

An amazing trade show with top company representatives Commodity Classic boasts one of the largest farmer-led trade shows in the nation, featuring acres of displays, equipment and new ideas (all indoors!) This year's show features more than 220 exhibitors! Better yet, exhibitors know that Commodity Classic attracts the nation's top growers. So they bring their top people to meet with you. It's your chance to ask questions and express your opinions to the suppliers and companies you depend on for your success.

Network with other talented growers from across the nation Growers who attend Commodity Classic say that having the opportunity to meet like-minded family farmers is one of the top benefits of attending. Exchange ideas. Share practices. Learn from each other. It might start with a casual conversation over coffee—and the next thing you know, you have a friend for life.

Witness your member associations in action Commodity Classic is the annual convention and trade show of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), American Soybean Association (ASA), National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) and National Sorghum Producers (NSP). Commodity Classic is also where your commodity membership associations get some serious work done. Policy recommendations on a wide variety of issues are debated, discussed and developed. These meetings, led by grower-leader delegates from across the U.S., are open to all attendees. These associations are your voice on Capitol Hill. Hear what they have to say.

Have some serious fun It's not all business at Commodity Classic. Bring the family for a little R&R. Enjoy top-flight entertainment. Attend an optional tour. Enjoy a good meal with good friends. Kick back and take it all in. Commodity Classic is the perfect place to restore your passion and pride in being an American farmer—and have some fun at the same time.

If you have attended Commodity Classic before, we invite you to join us again this year.

If you've never attended Commodity Classic, well...you need to be here. Really. You do.