From American Farmland Trust:
Saving America’s Working Lands National Conference, happening April 23–25, 2025, in Dallas, Texas!
This national event brings together passionate leaders, practitioners, and advocates dedicated to protecting the irreplaceable farmland that feeds our nation, fuels our economy, and supports vibrant rural communities.
Who Should Attend?
Whether you’re a farmer, rancher, policymaker, researcher, conservationist, student, or engaged citizen, there’s something for you! Join peers from state agencies, farm organizations, land trusts, and beyond to learn, connect, and collaborate.
What to Expect:
With dynamic field trips, hands-on workshops, and two days of sessions led by top experts, you’ll explore:
- It’s Not Farmland Without Farmers: Agricultural Viability & Planning
- Changing Hands: Land Transfer, Access & Affordability
- Environmental Resiliency & Economic Sustainability: Managing Working Lands
- Forever Working Lands: Agricultural Conservation Easements
Why Attend?
Network & Engage
Farm and conservation organizations, planners, state and county agencies, researchers, land trusts, and more from around the country, working on farm and ranch land protection and retention are registering every day. Attend to network and engage in discussions with peers and colleagues from across the country to generate new ideas, solutions, and strategies, enabling you to bring fresh perspectives to your work.
Learn & Develop
Top-notch speakers are being added to a full spectrum of sessions every day. Attend to network and hear stories about innovative approaches to farm and ranch land protection.
Brainstorm & Strategize
There are four "discussion sessions" on the agenda. Instead of presentations from speakers, discussion sessions will have a designated facilitator to set the stage and moderate an open discussion among attendees. Attend to participate in conversations about the future.
Restore & Regroup
You could use a break. Conference planners are working hard to create an atmosphere of calm and restoration. Attend to enjoy good meals with like minds, immerse yourself in a sustainable environment (the Fairmont-Dallas is amazing!), treat yourself to a field trip, grab a new headshot at the photo booth, and meet new friends.
Register Now!
Early bird pricing ends this Friday, March 14th. Student and group discounts available!