Milwaukee Set to Host Nation’s Ag Lenders for Insightful Industry Discussions
Source: American Bankers Association News Release
Who: Agricultural Bankers from across the U.S.
What: ABA Agricultural Bankers Conference
When: November 12-15
Where: Baird Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Agricultural bankers from across the country are gearing up for the 72nd annual ABA Agricultural Bankers Conference, held November 12-15 at the Baird Center in Milwaukee. The conference will feature over 30 sessions that explore the latest trends in agricultural finance, economic outlooks, and essential topics like risk management and the integration of clean energy into agriculture.
Highlights: The conference will open with a timely perspective on Washington, D.C., following the recent elections. The event also includes presentations by notable speakers such as:
- Zippy Duvall, President of the American Farm Bureau Federation
- Craig Culver, Co-Founder of Culver’s
- Tim Hammerich, Creator of the Future of Agriculture Podcast
- Scott Moore, Retired Navy Rear Admiral
- Dr. David Kohl, Professor Emeritus of Agricultural Finance at Virginia Tech
Session Highlights: The program will cover essential topics, including:
- ABA/Farmer Mac Ag Lender Survey Results
- Strategies for Supporting Producers in Financial Record-Keeping
- Relationship Banking in the Modern Era
- Financing Clean Energy Solutions within Agriculture
- Innovations and Trends in Ag Lending
- Addressing Ag Labor Challenges
- Navigating Urban Agriculture’s Role in Finance
- Key Insights on Financial Statements for Producers
With more than 30 sessions designed to equip bankers with tools to support today’s ag sector, the conference is set to provide invaluable insights and networking opportunities.
About ABA:
The American Bankers Association represents the $23.9 trillion U.S. banking industry, supporting small, regional, and large banks employing 2.1 million people, safeguarding nearly $18.8 trillion in deposits, and extending $12.5 trillion in loans.
Learn more about the ABA Agricultural Bankers Conference and view the full program here.